Trailer Title Transfer & Registration
A trailer title transfer and registration refer to the legal process of transferring ownership of a trailer from one party to another and obtaining official documentation of that ownership from the appropriate state authority. This process typically involves the following steps:
- Title Transfer: The seller must transfer the title of the trailer to the buyer. This involves completing the necessary paperwork, which may include signing the title and providing relevant information about the buyer and the sale.
- Registration Application: The buyer must apply for registration of the trailer with the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or equivalent agency. This typically requires submitting the completed title transfer paperwork along with any additional required documents, such as proof of purchase and identification.
- Payment of Fees: The buyer is usually required to pay registration fees and any applicable taxes at the time of registration. The amount of these fees varies depending on the state and the value of the trailer.
- Inspection: Some states may require trailers to undergo a safety inspection before they can be registered. This inspection ensures that the trailer meets certain safety standards and is roadworthy.
- Issuance of Title and Registration: Once the title transfer and registration application are processed and approved by the DMV or relevant authority, the buyer will receive a new title in their name and a registration certificate indicating that the trailer is legally registered and can be operated on public roads.
Documents required:
To facilitate the transfer of title and registration of a trailer under your ownership, we require the submission of the following documents:- Original title, duly signed by both the seller and the buyer, with dates affixed.
- Desired name for the new title holder.
- Address for inclusion on the new title.
- Mailing address, if distinct from the aforementioned address.
- Purchase price of the vehicle.
- Current odometer reading, where applicable.
- Social Security Number (SSN) if the title is to be registered under an individual’s name, or Employer Identification Number (EIN) if under a corporate name.
- Driver’s License Number (DL #) of the new vehicle owner.
- Details of any lienholder, including name and address, if applicable.
- Name and address of the company to which the vehicle will be leased.