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How to Sign an Assignment of Title by a Registered Owner

When you're ready to sell a car, sign the Assignment of Title by Registered Owner to get the buyer on his way to transferring the title into his name. Most states require the Assignment of Title -- which can be found on the back of your personal title -- as proof that the sale is legitimate. Signing the Assignment of Title by Registered Owner should take mere minutes. Once it's gone, your vehicle is as good as registered to someone else.

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Print your name, the date you're selling the vehicle and the price of the sale.

Fill in the odometer reading, if necessary. In Tennessee, for example, an odometer reading is only required on vehicles newer than 10 years.

Sign your name as the seller, where indicated.

Give the form to the buyer. She should fill out her name and address and then sign as the buyer.

Bring the Assignment of Title by Registered Owner to the office that issues new motor vehicle titles. In Virginia, for example, it's the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.

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Title Transfers in Utah

• Make sure the seller completes the title assignment on the title certificate, and provides you with a bill of sale and odometer disclosure (if applicable).
• Complete the vehicle title application form .
• Provide proof of vehicle safety/emissions inspection , if applicable.
• Submit the above with payment for titling fees and sales tax to the DMV.

Keep reading for more detailed information about title transfers in Utah.

New-to-State Title Transfers

After you have completed your move to Utah, you can transfer your out-of-state vehicle title by submitting the following to the Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV):

• If you are paying a car loan and have a lien hold on your car, you can use your current out-of-state registration to register your car without applying for a Utah title certificate . You may also have to provide your lender's information (name and address).
• A completed Vehicle Application for Utah Title (Form TC-656).
• Safety and/or emissions inspection certificate (if applicable).
• Visit our Smog Check and Car Inspection in Utah page for more details on both of these inspections.
• If the car is being leased , submit the following from your lessor:
• Power of attorney.
• Billing statement.
• Utah sales tax number.
• Payment for required title fees .

Buying or Selling a Car in Utah

Buying from dealers.

Typically, when you purchase a vehicle from a dealership, your dealer will handle all title and registration paperwork. Additionally, you can expect the dealer to collect any titling fees and sales tax as part of the transaction.

Buying from a Private Seller

To complete a vehicle title transfer, after purchasing a car from a private seller , submit the following to your local Utah DMV office :

• NOTE : If the title is lost, the title assignment can be made on the Application for Utah Duplicate Title (Form TC-123).
• Buyer/seller names , addresses , and signatures .
• Vehicle description and VIN .
• Purchase date and price .
• Trade-in description and allowance , if applicable.
• Completed Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form TC-891) if the car is less than 20 years old .
• Safety and/or emissions inspection certificates (if applicable).
• Payment for title transfer fees and sales tax .

Selling a Vehicle in Utah

It is the buyer's responsibility to complete a title transfer. However, when you sell a car , you must provide the buyer with the following:

• Title certificate assigned to the buyer.
• Current registration .
• Completed Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form TC-891) if the car is under 20 years old.
• Current safety and/or emissions inspection certificates.

You should also keep the license plates , as well as notify the DMV in writing about the sale. Include the following in the notification:

• Plate number or VIN.
• Your signature.

You can submit this notification:

• Division of Motor Vehicles
• MVCC Correspondence
• P.O. Box 30412
• Salt Lake City, UT 84130
• By fax to: (801) 297-3570.

Transferring Non-Titled Vehicles

If you are purchasing a car for which no title is available (usually older cars), you can apply for a title by submitting the following to your local Division of Motor Vehicles office location:

• An explanation of why the car does not have a title or current registration from a non-title state.
• How you obtained the car.
• The name of the person from whom you obtained the car.
• A statement of any existing liens (if applicable).
• A statement of any previous titles or registrations.
• Detailed description of the vehicle's condition .
• Any other relevant information regarding your possession of the car.
• Bill of Sale (Form TC-843) and any other release of ownership documents.
• Receipts for repairs (if available).
• VIN inspection (unless the car has a current Utah registration).
• Pictures of the exterior and interior of the car taken from all angles.

Gifted, Donated & Inherited Vehicles

The steps for completing a UT car title transfer of a gifted, donated , or inherited vehicle, may differ depending on the situation. Most are likely very similar to the process for buying or selling a Utah vehicle .

Contact the Utah DMV for specific information regarding your situation.

Removing a Lien

After you have completely paid off your car loan, your lender should release the lien on your car and send you the title certificate.

For complete details on lien releases, contact the Utah DMV .

UT Title Transfer Fees

The following are the basic Utah title transfer fees:

• Title fee : $6.
• Duplicate title : $6.
• Correction or name change titling fee : $6.
• Sales tax : Varies by city .

Duplicate Utah Titles

You can replace your lost title certificate by submitting a Vehicle Application for Utah Duplicate Title (Form TC-123), along with payment for the duplicate title fee .

You can also use the form to assign a title to a new owner.

Changing Title Information

If you need to add, remove, or change a name on your Utah title certificate, you will need to complete and submit a Vehicle Application for Utah Title (Form TC-656). Additionally, you will need to pay the vehicle titling fee .

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Instructions on preparing a Washington (WA) title

Your title is a legal document. Incorrectly completing your title may void it, requiring you to obtain a duplicate copy . Please read all of the instructions and tips before signing your title.

Don't void your title

Use black or blue pen, only

Don't use a highlighter or white-out

No strikethroughs, write-overs, scribbles, or tears

Do not sign in the Dealer Reassignment section , unless you're an authorized dealer

** If your title design varies from the image shown below, review your title carefully before proceeding. While the signature and printed name fields may be in a different location, you will still need to print and sign your name in the appropriate areas.** ​

The person(s) named on the front of the title must follow these steps:

Sign the front of the title on the "Signature of Registered Owner" line and the "Signature of First Legal Owner" line.

Note : Only sign on the "Signature of First Legal Owner" line if your name is listed as the Legal Owner. If there is a Lien Holder name printed as the Legal Owner, they will need to sign as the First Legal Owner. ​

Sign the front of the title where it reads "Signature of Transferor/Seller" in the assignment of title.

Print name on the front of the title where it reads "PRINTED Name of Transferor/Seller."

* Steps 2 and 3 are only required for vehicles Model Year 2011 or newer and less than 20 years old but can be completed for all vehicles. ​

If there's a lien listed on the title, it must be released on the title (on the "Signature of First Legal Owner" line), or accompanied by a separate lien release letter.

Signature Tips

The name(s) used to sign the title must exactly match the name(s) shown on the title. If you have changed your name since the title was issued, do not sign with your new name. Go ahead and sign with the name shown on the title. 

If there are two owners on the title, BOTH owners must sign. Don't worry about the Buyer line, you should leave that blank.

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We are Title Wizards, here to help you sign your title correctly and to answer all your questions. We’ve created instructions on how to sign your title in accordance with state requirements. Feel free to call 1-877-957-2277 or email us [email protected] if you don’t see your question answered below.

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Q&A’s

How do i transfer my title.

In general, when selling or donating a vehicle you must complete the section of the title labeled “Assignment of Title by Owner” or “Transfer of Ownership”. There are typically one or more sections of the title dedicated to dealer reassignments which should be left blank.

In the “Assignment of Title by Owner” or similar section, any fields that require information about the seller/owner/transferer are asking for information about you. When the title asks for the seller’s name you would either print or sign your name exactly as it appears on the title where you are listed as the owner. Most states require that all owners listed on the title must print and sign their name when transferring ownership.

Any fields that require information about a buyer/purchaser/transferee are asking for information about the person you are selling or donating the vehicle to. This section should never, under any circumstances, be left completely blank as this can lead to abuses and liability for you.

How do I obtain a duplicate title?

To apply for a duplicate title, choose your state from the dropdown below:, state duplicate title links.

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What documents do I need to donate a car to charity?

Our title specialists can tell you what is required in your state. Most states require that you have a clear title to the vehicle; some states also require a notarized signature to complete the transfer. If you cannot locate or have lost the certificate of title, we can help guide you in the right direction of how to obtain a duplicate title.

How do I obtain a California duplicate title?

If your car was last registered, titled and being picked up in California instead of obtaining a duplicate title (California DMV Form REG227) , we have a quicker solution for you. We can accept a Reg 262 and Reg 227 in place of the pink slip. The Reg 262 is a secure form that needs to be obtained at your local DMV or if you call us at 1-877-957-2277 we can mail you one. Together these forms can be used in lieu of a title.

How do I obtain a Washington duplicate title?

If your car was last registered, titled and being picked up in Washington instead of obtaining a duplicate title (Washington Title Replacement Affidavit) , we have a quicker solution for you. We can accept an Affidavit in Lieu of Title. This can be obtained at any of your local quick title offices (Washington Quick Title) .

What if the vehicle isn’t registered in my name?

The vehicle does not have to be registered in your name. The name on the title and the name on registration documents often differ. Contact our processing center at 1-877-957-2277 for more information.

How do I know my title is a clear, transferable title?

• The title must be in your name, with no cross-outs or errors.
• All liens must be released, if there is a lien listed on your title, it must be signed off on the title, or you must provide a separate lien release document.
• You must sign as the seller per our title instructions. These instructions are sent to you after you complete our donation process and are included in your Thank You Letter from your charity. Or please choose your state from the dropdown below:

My name has changed since the car has been titled. How do I sign?

You must sign the title with your name as it is shown on the front of the title. If you do not, the title will be void and you may need a correction form or duplicate title.

My title is signed over to someone else. Can I cross it off and write in Advanced Remarketing Services? Or use the next section?

No, if you do this your title will become void. Unless you are a licensed dealer, you must transfer the title into your name. Once a title is issued in your name we can then proceed with your donation. Please contact us and we will happily advise you on how to obtain the documents necessary to complete your car donation.

There are 2 people listed on the title, do both of us need to sign?

Yes. If there are 2 owners listed on the front of a title, the majority of the time, both people will need to sign as the seller. If there is an ‘or’ in between the names, typically only 1 signature is required. Check your state title instructions from the links below for your specific state.

The title is in a deceased person’s name. How do I complete the transfer of title?

Different states require different paperwork. Usually, this involves a copy of the death certificate, executor rights paperwork, and the signed title. Please call us at 1-877-957-2277 to confirm what is needed in your state.

I made a mistake/error on my title. What do I do next?

Stop! Do not cross out or write over the error. Please call us at 1-877-957-2277 or email our specialists at [email protected] and they will guide you in the right direction.

What if my car’s registration isn’t current?

Most states do not require your registration to be current. So long as you have the most current title you are able to donate; however, in the state of Oklahoma, your registration must be current in order for us to accept your donation.

More questions?

Feel free to call 1-877-957-2277 or email us [email protected] .

Release of Liability Information

Do i have to no tify the dmv about my car donation.

These states require the donor/owner of the vehicle to fill out and submit a Release of Liability form after your car has been picked up : Alaska , California , Colorado , Florida , Iowa , Illinois , Louisiana , Minnesota , Missouri , Mississippi , Oregon , South Carolina , Texas , Washington . The tow driver or program vendor cannot report this to the state on your behalf. Failure to submit these forms will result in fines from your state.

When should I cancel my insurance?

You should cancel your car insurance after the vehicle has been picked up. Please do this AFTER you have notified your state that you donated a vehicle.

Should I remove my license plates?

It depends on the state. The confirmation email that you received after you submitted your donation will specify your state’s policies. Click  here to find your state’s license plate return policy.

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Selling Vehicle In Louisiana? Do This To Assign Car Title To Buyer

• May 12, 2023
• If you're selling you car in Louisiana, you must assign the title to your buyer
• Complete a notice of transfer form DPSMV 1967 with the LA OMV
• Don't forget to fill out an odometer disclosure statement and have it notarized
• Buyer must complete a title transfer for the ownership to legally be theirs

Time to sell your car, pickup, or SUV? As the seller, there are a few things you need to take care of paperwork-wise so your buyer can request a title transfer and you can be free of any association with the vehicle. So once sold, none of the parking tickets, tolls, registration, or accidents will be connected to you, the seller.

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Assign the Louisiana car title

Fill out the “assignment of title by registered owner.” Make sure you include date of sale, price, and a notarized signature on the title. If there’s no space on your title for this info, you can give your buyer a bill of sale (notarized). If you lost your car title, you must request a duplicate title in order to sell the vehicle. Then assign that duplicate to your buyer. SEE ALSO: SELLING YOUR CAR IN LOUISIANA, BUT LOST TITLE? GET A DUPLICATE!

File a notice of transfer

When you sell you private vehicle in Louisiana, it’s important to file a notice of transfer vehicle known as form DPSMV 1967 with the LA OMV. To complete the notice, you need the details of the vehicle you’re selling: VIN, model, year and the like. You also need to provide your personal information such as name, address, driver’s license number, as well as the car buyer’s info, plus sale price. Then mail in the Notice, or submit online.

Once completed, your OMV record will be immediately flagged indicating that you sold the vehicle. But, the vehicle ownership won’t be legally transferred until the new owner applies for a new title in their name through a title transfer. Buyer has 40 days to get new title; eTags can help with a Louisiana title transfer online Form DPSMV 1799.

Louisiana odometer disclosure

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For a vehicle sale through December 31, 2030, any vehicle of model year 2011 or newer requires an odometer disclosure. Starting on January 1, 2031, any vehicle that is less than 20 model years old will need one.

Don’t forget to remove your license plate; the buyer will have to register the vehicle when transferring title.

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Proof of Residency is required by the State of Tennessee Dept. of Revenue. For the fees associated with this transaction, please call 865-215-2385 or email us at [email protected] .

If you can't personally transact this business you may designate a representative by a notarized Power of Attorney . The Power of Attorney form must identify the vehicle by make, model and identification number and the individual presenting the Power of Attorney will need to come in with a drivers’ license for identification purposes. A free form for this purpose may be obtained at any office location, by calling 865-215-2385, clicking on the link above, or printing the PDF version from our forms list . Power of Attorney designations cannot authorize a person to sign the odometer certification both as the seller and the buyer of a vehicle.

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The dealership usually handles the title and registration of a new vehicle for the customer. The dealership may make application for title and registration in the county where the purchase took place or send the title application to the Knox County Clerk’s office to process. If we receive the title application, we will either notify you by mail or simply process the application if the appropriate fees are provided. If the title work is given to you to process, you will need to bring all documentation to our office for processing. Application for title and registration may be made at our main office or any one of our satellite offices . You cannot apply for a title only; the vehicle must be registered at the time when you make application for title. You must be the owner of the vehicle or furnish a notarized Power of Attorney form from the owner.  You will be required to furnish a copy of your driver license or acceptable proof of identification .

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If there are two names on the front of the title and the names are joined by the conjunction “AND”, both parties must sign the back of the title. Upon receipt of the Certificate of Title you should sign to accept ownership of the vehicle and bring the title to the clerk’s office. You will be required to pay sales tax on the vehicle, a registration fee, and a title fee. You cannot apply for a title only; the vehicle must be registered at the time when you make application for title. Application for title and registration may be made at any one of our locations . You will be required to furnish a copy of your driver license or acceptable forms of identification .

If you bought the vehicle for considerably less than retail market value, the seller must sign an Affidavit of Non-Dealer Transfers of Motor Vehicles and Boats A form for this purpose may be picked up at one of our seven offices, or downloaded from the link above. If you are unable to locate the seller, a notarized appraisal from a licensed dealer is acceptable; otherwise tax will be based on the NADA book value .

In cases where a title does not exist, depending on the age of the vehicle, the owner may need to furnish a certificate of ownership . Please click the link and read carefully to determine whether you qualify. Situations vary, so please call one of the Clerk’s locations to speak with one of our motor vehicle clerks.

Name and Address Changes – If your name has changed , you must come in person to one of our office locations with the title to the vehicle and the paperwork verifying your name change, i.e. a court decree or marriage certificate. If your address has changed , please have your vehicle tag number or VIN number ready and call or come in to one of our offices and we will be happy to make that change on the database for you.

Transfer of Title for Vehicles Awarded by Divorce Decree – If you are to be awarded a vehicle by divorce decree and you need to transfer the title registration, please bring a certified copy of the final marital dissolution agreement and final divorce decree signed by the presiding judge. Your attorney should present the Court with the year, make, model and vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle you are to receive in order to get it properly entered onto your marital dissolution agreement. If you do not have a copy of your Divorce Decree and marital dissolution agreement, the court where you received your divorce will be able to furnish you with a certified copy. You will also need to bring the vehicle tags, and title. You may also be asked to provide an odometer reading if the vehicle is less than ten years old,. You will exchange your old tags for the new vehicle plates.  If there is a lien, the title is held by the financial institution. You will need to come in person for this transaction. The fee is $76, including the Knox County Wheel Tax. Alterations, erasures or white out voids Tennessee Certificates of Title.

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Buying/Selling Your TN Vehicle?

• The seller(s) is responsible for completing and delivering the Certificate of Title to the purchaser of the vehicle.  The top section titled, “ ASSIGNMENT OF TITLE BY REGISTERED OWNER “, on the back of the Certificate of Title should be completed for sale between individuals.
• The signature and printed name of seller(s)
• the buyer’s name
• date of sale
• sales price
• odometer reading for vehicle model year 2011 and newer
• If the transaction is between family members or has a low selling price, the Non-Dealer Transfer Affidavit will also need to be completed and given to buyer.
• THE SELLER’S PLATE DOES NOT GO WITH THE VEHICLE .
• It is a good idea to make a copy or picture of the back of the title once the seller and buyer have signed and the other information is completed. If a copy of the title cannot be made, the seller may want to have the purchaser sign a statement taking responsibility for the vehicle as of the sales date.
• Only the registered owner(s) (or their legal designee) showing on the front of the title can sign as seller.
• Any alteration or erasure voids the Certificate of Title.
• The Re-assignment section on the back of the title is to be used by licensed dealers only.
• For additional questions, contact our office 615-452-4063.
• Dealer Purchase : If you are buying from a dealer, their title department will usually process all the paperwork for you.  The dealer will need a copy of your most recent registration if you wish to transfer a license plate.  The ownership name(s) on the new vehicle must remain the same as the previous vehicle to be eligible for a plate transfer.  A licensed dealer can process the work in the County Clerk’s Office where the vehicle was sold or Clerk’s Office where the purchaser resides. If the dealer does not process the work, you will need the properly assigned title/mso and a bill of sale to bring to our office.
• Individual Sale : Only the registered owner(s)   showing on the front of the title ,  or their power of attorney, can legally transfer ownership of a vehicle.  If there is more than one owner and their names are joined by the conjunction “and”, all owners will need to sign as sellers.
• The seller and buyer sign the upper most section of the back of the title. The Re-assignment sections on the back of the title is to be used by licensed dealers only.
• Any alteration or erasure voids the Certificate of Title

Applying for Title

1. In Person – Sumner County Clerk locations –   https://sumnertags.com/information/locations      You will need to bring the completed title, proof of residency and payment to one of our locations.    Payment can be made by check, cash, or credit card (Discover, MasterCard, or Visa.) The drive-thru windows in Gallatin and Hendersonville will process basic MVD renewals only.  If  you are applying for a title or updating your expiration date, the work will need to be done inside.

2. Mail title and fees to the address below. The back of the title will need to be fully completed. Both the seller and buyer must sign and print their names on the back of the TN title. Sale date, sales price and odometer reading (for vehicles model year 2011 and newer.)

Power of Attorney (POA) Form

Proof of Residency.  A TN driver’s license (D/L) showing your Sumner County address will serve as both primary proof.  The name, address and signature on the D/L will need to match the buyer’s information on the title. If the address on the title and the D/L are different, you will need to provide two secondary proofs of residence.  Examples on TN.gov

If the vehicle is being obtained from a direct family member or the sales price is less than 75% of the vehicle’s value, the following form will need to be included   https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/revenue/documents/forms/sales/f1301201Fill-in.pdf

Regular plate and title:                       $95.00

                  or, transfer a plate and title:                  $18.50  transfer plate must be unexpired and registered in the same name as buyer., if noting a lien:                                       $11.00, calculate sales tax:                              $ click here, license plate postage:                        $ 5.00,  regist & title    + sales tax  + plate postage + lien if one = total fees, ($95 or $18.50)+ sales tax +       $5.00            +  $11 if lien = total fees, checks should be made payable to: sumner county clerk ., have additional questions, leave your contact phone number at 615-452-4063 or [email protected] and we will call you..

Mailing Address:

Sumner County Clerk

355 n belvedere dr rm 111, gallatin, tn 37066-5410.

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