Spring brings a renewed spirit to nature, with boat enthusiasts eagerly personalizing and prepping their vessels. Amidst this excitement, one often overlooked aspect is the decision to define the hailing port of your boat. The hailing port goes beyond mere decoration; it is a vital identifier required by the federal government, holding significant importance in…
When it comes to pre-season preparations, avid boaters and entrepreneurs scour the market for their next great aquatic venture. Often, this includes finding “project” boats—vessels that hold potential for restoration, sale, or enjoyment. However, what happens when you discover the perfect boat only to realize it comes without a title? This blog post, brought to…
Has something changed in your life that you think may need to be reflected in your vessel documentation? Did you move? Did you move your boat? Has a new owner joined your vessel (or has one left?) These are all life changes that require updating your ship documentation. The good news: we can help. Here…
Do you find it tiring to have to search all over the internet for the vessel documentation forms you need? Are you unsure about exactly which forms you’ll need and when? We created the National Documentation Portal to not just serve as a home of vessel documentation forms, but also as a home of vessel…
As the snow thaws and the temperatures begin to rise, have you been thinking about getting your boat out of storage? Or, like many, have you been taking your boat out all year long? Here at the National Documentation Portal, we offer access to documentation forms for vessel owners from all walks of life. No…
Have you been trying to renew your vessel documentation online but found it’s more complicated than it should be? Does it feel like a chore having to go through the entire vessel renewal process year after year? Our National Documentation Portal is here to help. In fact, renewing your documentation is one of the most…
Have you been thinking about getting out on the water but are concerned about the still-cold weather? Do you want to enjoy boating safely but want to stay warm and cozy, too? Cold weather boating, right on the cusp of spring, can be a truly enjoyable way to celebrate the transition of one season to…
Do you have your eye on a vessel but aren’t sure how you’ll be able to afford it? Do you want to get a Ship’s Preferred Mortgage Form on a vessel and want to know that you’re in compliance with the authorities? Our National Documentation Portal offers a form to apply for that form. We…
Do you find yourself procrastinating on completing your vessel documentation? Do you take every opportunity to put off getting it done? If you’re like so many other vessel owners, it can feel like there’s always something else that you’d rather be doing. Here at our National Documentation Portal, we do everything in our power to…
Have you gotten to the part of the initial vessel documentation application that asks about your “endorsement?” Are you unsure which endorsement is right for you? That’s one of the many ways we can help here at our USCG documentation portal. Picking the right endorsement is crucial for using your vessel how you want to,…