The Role of Abstract of Title in Ensuring Smooth Boat Transactions

If you’ve been in the boating business for a while, the question about what is an abstract of a title probably popped into your head a few times. A document known as an Abstract of Title offers a historical account of all of the ownership changes and legal events that have been involved with a vessel.…

How is an Abstract of Title Useful for Vessel Owners?

Any vessel that has been registered within the US Coast Guard (from now on to the USCG) has been generated what is called an abstract of title. We will explain its utilities in this article, but it normally includes information such as ownerships, interest, liens, and encumbrances that affect the title. What’s on the Abstract…

Abstract of Title: Nothing Abstract About Why You Might Need One

How an Abstract is Different from a Vessel Documentation Site  “But wait,” you might be saying at this point, “do I really need to apply for an abstract through your site? I can see you have a link for a ‘vessel documentation search.” Our vessel documentation search can be very helpful indeed. But, crucially, it…

Why a US Coast Guard Abstract of Title is the Best Choice?

The easiest way to ensure you have all the information you need about your boat is to get an abstract of title from the United States Coast Guard. This document contains a comprehensive history of your vessel, including any liens or other information that may have an impact on its own, as well as other…

What is an Abstract of Title, and What Does it Pertain To?

An abstract of title is a legal document that provides a concise account of the succession of owners for a specific parcel of land or property. This document can potentially be of great assistance to owners of vessels since it can offer specific information on any encumbrances (such as liens or mortgages) that may exist…

Information You Can Find on an Abstract of Title

The first time a vessel is documented, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) generates a record attached to the file, which is normally referred to as “Abstract of Title” or “General Index”. Apart from the basic information about the vessels, all of the transactions in which the boat was involved like changes of ownership, mortgages,…

A Beginner’s Guide on Vessels’ Abstract of Title

You finally were able to purchase the boat of your dreams. With current inflation and all of the different regulations instaurated, keeping your vessel up to date is not as simple as it used to be. Find out about the necessary documentation, in particular about the vessels’ abstract of title in this beginner’s guide. Abstract…

Abstract Of Title for A Vessel for New Boat Owners

When you buy a registered vessel with the United States Coast Guard (USCG), you are obligated to get a title for it and register it with the USCG (USCG). To do this, you need to have an abstract of title for the vessel—an abstract of title details a vessel’s current owner and previous ownership transactions.…