Boating in Florida: What Do You Need?

The FLHSMV is in charge of many boating legalities in Florida: boating registration, requirements to operate a vessel, and more. Since we have the benefit of so many beaches and docks, owning a boat in Florida is par for the course for most people. However, figuring out what you need to drive that boat legally in the State can be confusing. June is Boat Safety Month, and we’re here to help you make sure you have what you need before the boating starts! Registering your Boat in Palm Beach: The beauty of living in Florida is that you don’t have to go to the DMV to drive your boat legally. At Auto Tags of Florida, we can register your boat and take care of the paperwork for you. It can take some time for you to do the paperwork yourself, however, with our experience and knowledge, we can get your boat registered in just a day! You won’t have to leave the comfort of your home or office.

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Is Living on a Boat all It’s Cracked Up to Be? Florida Boat Owners, Feel Free to Weigh In!

South Florida is a funny place. Nowhere else in the world could someone casually bring up the topic of owning a boat without anyone batting an eye. If someone way up north or in the Midwest mentioned owning a boat, you may think of a fishing dinghy. Of course, we use our boats to go fishing out here, too. But for some of us, owning a boat – and living on it -- is actually a lifestyle choice. While it may seem like a fun and exciting one at first, the truth is, living on a boat may be something that’s best reserved for fantasy if you’re not properly prepared for it.

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Great Florida Day-Trip Destinations to See By Boat

One of the best parts of living in Florida is that if you don’t have a boat, you probably know somebody who has one. With a boat, there are things that go with it. We love our boats, which is why we also know about these three hidden gems that are best accessed by boat from South Florida.

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Florida Boater's Registration: a Simple Process

One of the best parts of living in Florida is that you’re always close to the coast. Whether you fancy yourself a young Don Johnson in a speedboat, or you want to live a leisurely life cruising on sailboats in your spare time...

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Papers for the Seafarer: How to Acquire a Boat Title and Registration

Living in Florida means you're always somewhere near the seas. Sailing on blue waters is a wonderful experience, especially if you have a boat to carry you from these beautiful shores towards the sunset. However, when you own a vessel that navigates through the state's public waters you'll need more than just your wits, your love of the sea or a sense of adventure.

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How to Buy a Used Boat in Florida

How to Buy A Used Boat In Florida There's a unique freedom to owning your own boat - and in Florida, it can be one of the most freeing recreational activities. Fortunately, since so many people move in and out of our beautiful state, there are many opportunities to buy a used boat. Buying a used boat, while risky at times, can be a great alternative to buying something new and paying full price or dealing with a huge loan.

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