Features
BoatForms analyzes your situation and tells you exactly what you need, correctly, the first time.
The Right Forms, Filled Correctly
Your state requires specific forms based on your situation: new or used boat, in-state or out-of-state, dealer or private sale. BoatForms selects the right forms and fills every field based on your answers.
- 219 form fields mapped and validated
- Automatic HIN formatting and splitting
- Phone number and address field optimization
- Checkbox fields auto-selected based on your answers
Your Exact Fee Total
The amount you owe depends on your sale price, purchase date, transaction type, and whether penalties apply. BoatForms calculates the exact total so you write the right check.
- SC: $20 combined registration & title fee
- 5% casual excise tax, capped at $500
- Late fee detection: $15 (31-60 days) or $30 (60+ days)
- Family transfer tax exemptions applied automatically
Only What Applies to You
Not every question applies to every boat. BoatForms adapts the process to your situation, skipping irrelevant sections and showing only what matters.
- Smart skip logic: only see what applies to you
- Progress bar showing exactly where you are
- Dynamic button labels ("Continue to Review")
- Back and forward navigation at every step
Catch Mistakes Before They Cost You
After you complete the wizard, BoatForms generates your PDF and shows you a full preview right in the app. Review every field before saving. Catch errors before they cause a rejection.
- Full-page PDF preview with zoom
- Tab navigation when multiple documents are generated
- Save, email, or print directly from the preview
Works on Every Device
Start a form on your phone at the marina, finish it on your laptop at home. BoatForms runs on iOS, Android, and any modern web browser.
- Native iOS and Android apps
- Full web app: no download required
- Responsive design that works on any screen size
Your Complete Submission Packet
For supported states, BoatForms doesn't just give you forms. It assembles everything you need to submit, tailored to your specific situation.
- Scenario-based document checklist: what to include based on your boat's history
- Itemized fee breakdown with late penalty detection
- Where to submit: mail and in-person addresses
- What you'll receive back from the state agency
Currently available for Arkansas, North Carolina (NC VL-1), and South Carolina (SC BTR-1). More states coming soon.