From there, we determine how the vessel was owned.
Why Does the Manner of Ownership Matter?
If there were multiple owners, we need to see exactly how their ownership was listed.
For example, the vessel may have been owned:
- By one individual
- By multiple individuals with a survivorship designation
- By multiple individuals without survivorship rights
- By a Trust or other entity
That determines who now has the legal authority to transfer the vessel and what additional documentation will be required.
Depending on the ownership, we may need estate, probate, trust, survivorship, or other supporting documents before the vessel can be sold or transferred.
The bottom line
Send WaterProof a certified copy of the Death Certificate and the vessel's current ownership documents.
We'll determine how ownership was held and tell you exactly what documents are needed to move forward.
Every situation is a little different, but once we establish the manner of ownership, we know which path to take. ⚓
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Official sources
- U.S. Coast Guard National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC)
- Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Requirements change. Confirm current requirements with the applicable agency or a qualified professional for your specific transaction.