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First Preferred Ship Mortgage

First Preferred Ship’s Mortgage Empowering Your Nautical Dreams

Do you have your eye on a vessel but don’t know how you’ll be able to afford it? Are you looking for financing options on the vessel of your dreams? That’s exactly what a First Preferred Ship’s Mortgage can be. Here at the National Documentation Portal, we can help you to not just apply for…

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Unlocking Your Vessel’s Past: A Deep Dive into the USCG Builder’s Certificate

When it comes to owning a boat, whether used or brand new, understanding its origins and operational history is critical. A tool that can provide a wealth of information about your vessel’s past is the USCG Builders Certificate. You can think of this document as your boat’s birth certificate, providing crucial details about its construction,…

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What Should a Float Plan Contain for Safety Requirements

Now that summer is upon us, are you thinking about going out on the water with friends and family? Safety is key whenever you’re on the water. Before you go out, ask yourself: “What should a float plan contain?” A float plan is a crucial document that boaters should create and share before heading out…

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CG 1280 Renewal of Certificate of Documentation: What Vessel Owners Need To Know

If you are the owner of a USCG vessel, you must maintain the most recent versions of the essential papers to sail lawfully and without incident. The CG 1280 Renewal of Certificate of Documentation (COD) procedure doesn’t have to be as difficult as you think, and that’s the good news! In this article, we will…

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How to Boat Safely in Fall from Our Vessel Documentation Online Site

How to Boat Safely in Fall from Our Vessel Documentation Online Site

As winter draws near, the call of the water may still beckon, inviting you to embark on one last aquatic journey. Or, you may take the opportunity to make memorable autumnal aquatic escapades with loved ones. Yet, whether your vessel’s bow cleaves the waves now or later, one truth remains unwavering: safety is the guiding…

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Keeping Your Documented Vessel Number When Things Go Awry

Has something gone wrong with your vessel documentation and you’re worried you’re going to lose your documented vessel number? Did something with your vessel documentation go awry, not like you planned, and now you’re dreading the fallout, so to speak? First off, from having spoken to so many vessel owners over the years in your…

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