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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.…

Clearing the Decks: How to Obtain a Vessel Certificate of Deletion in the US

A Certificate of Deletion, or COD, is an important document that the United States Coast Guard (USCG) issues in order to officially remove a vessel from the USCG documentation database. This document is issued in the form of a certificate. When a vessel owner wants to sell their vessel, export it to another country, or…

The Whys and Hows Of Conducting a Documented Vessel Search

Have you ever been unable to locate your vessel or pondered whether or not it is still out on the water somewhere? In that case, you are not the only one. Many boat owners, particularly those who have their vessels documented by the Coast Guard, share this particular concern. Using a documented vessel search offered…

The Benefits of Secure Online Boat Documentation

It’s a wonderful experience to own a boat, but it also comes with a lot of responsibilities to take care of it. Boat documentation is one of the most important responsibilities that boat owners have. Documentation for your boat is a requirement at the federal level, and it results in the generation of a one-of-a-kind…

The Advantages of Going Digital With Boat Documentation

Being the owner of a boat can be one of the most gratifying experiences one can have in their lifetime. Being out on the open water, with the wind blowing through your hair and the sun warming your skin is an experience that cannot be matched by anything else. However, ownership of a boat comes…

Why Owning a Coast Guard Documented Vessel is a Smart Move

If you are the owner of a boat, you may be debating whether or not you should register it with the United States Coast Guard.  Documenting your vessel is something you should give some thought to doing for a number of reasons, despite the fact that it is not necessary for all boats. In this…

The Cost of Boat Ownership in the U.S.: What You Need to Know

Owning a boat is a dream for many people, but it can quickly turn into a nightmare if you’re not prepared for the costs associated with it. The costs of owning a boat in the U.S. can add up quickly, between repairs, maintenance, registration fees, and insurance. In this article, we’ll talk about the different…