When you buy or sell a vehicle, you need to transfer ownership through your state's motor vehicle department. This involves completing a title transfer and often a bill of sale—the legal documents that prove who owns the vehicle and record the transaction details. Understanding what paperwork you need, how to fill it out, and what to submit helps you complete the transfer correctly the first time.

The articles here explain what information goes on a title transfer form, how to handle a bill of sale, what happens when a vehicle has a lien, and what documents the motor vehicle department requires. You'll also find guidance on transferring titles for different situations—inherited vehicles, gifts, trades, and out-of-state purchases.