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Boat Bill of Sale
If you are buying or selling a boat or other vessel, a Boat Bill of Sale helps to record the transaction. By getting the details in writing, you'll have documentation of the sale, which you may need... Read more
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Making a Boat Bill of Sale
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What is a Boat Bill of Sale?
If you are buying or selling a boat or other vessel, a Boat Bill of Sale helps to record the transaction. By getting the details in writing, you'll have documentation of the sale, which you may need in order to transfer ownership legally.
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How do you write a Bill of Sale for a boat?
Making a Boat Bill of Sale using Rocket Lawyer is simple. You just need the following information:
- Registration number of the boat
- Make and model of the boat
- Style of the boat
- Type of features included with the boat
- Payment details
With this information, you will be able to automatically generate your own Boat Bill of Sale. Once the document is made you can edit, print, download, or share it with someone else. Make sure you keep a copy for your records.
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Does a Bill of Sale for a boat have to be notarized?
Notarization requirements differ depending on your state. Check with the appropriate state agency that handles boat registrations (e.g. DMV or game and wildlife agency) to find out whether your Boat Bill of Sale will have to be notarized. You can also ask a lawyer about what is required in your area.
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Can you sell a boat without a title?
It depends. Certain states require a title for any transaction to occur while others do not. Make sure to check with the state agency that manages boat registrations to ensure that you are allowed to sell a boat without a title. Talk to a lawyer for more guidance, or consider contacting agencies such as the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or the game and wildlife agency.
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