Tired of navigating multiple websites to complete your National Vessel Documentation forms? That’s why we established the National Documentation Portal, your one-stop hub for all of your Coast Guard Boat Documentation needs. We’ve streamlined the process entirely for your convenience. All the forms in one place, in an easy to complete way from practically anywhere…
Are you on the brink of a vessel purchase, seeking to validate all that’s attractive about your choice? Do you worry that the vessel which seems too good to be true really is too good to be true? The prospect of acquiring a vessel only to discover it veiled in misleading or erroneous information is…
As a vessel owner, you know the importance of having an up-to-date abstract of title for your boat. It’s not only important for legal reasons but also to ensure that all paperwork is in order when unique circumstances occur that can impact the ownership and operation of the vessel. That’s why it’s so critical to…
Are you looking for the owner of a particular vessel? Have you looked online and either can’t find the information or, alternatively, don’t trust the information you have found? Here at the National Documentation Portal, we can help. We know that, when it comes to an investment as sizable (literally and financially) as a vessel,…
Do you want to know more about a particular vessel but are unsure about who you can trust online? Does it seem like every site that promises “more info about vessels” is exactly the caliber of the site you shouldn’t trust for more information? It can be deeply frustrating to search online and be unable…
If you buy or sell your boat, you may come across the term “abstract of title.” This is a document that provides a summary of the ownership history of a vessel. It is vital to understand what it is and why it matters if you are planning or selling your boat. What is an Abstract…
If you are currently on the hunt for a new boat, then it is worth remembering that most of the story of any vessel can’t be told just from looking at it in its current condition. You should never buy any vessel without a thorough knowledge of it and its history. Even the best-looking vessels…
As of this writing, it’s a good time to buy a boat. The weather’s getting nicer, summer is almost here, and there are plenty of great boats on the market. However, with so many deals around, there are some pretty bad ones too. The last thing anyone wants is to go through the entire process…
Are you in the process of researching a vessel and aren’t sure what’s the right one to purchase? Does it seem like you found the absolute perfect vessel yet just want to be 100% sure before you sign? Have you been wondering “just how do I get an abstract of title?” These questions make all…
Are you researching your next vessel purchase? Does it feel like the information you’re finding is almost “too good to be true?” Do you harbor concerns that you won’t know the whole truth about a vessel before you buy it, thus having a great chance that you’ll buy a “lemon?” Those are entirely human worries,…