Vehicle titling using the bonded title process is an excellent choice in most states if you are missing the prior title or other proof of ownership. You may use the bonded title process to obtain a vehicle title if you are unable to provide a prior title. In a bonded title procedure, a bond is…

The manufacturer’s statement of origin (MSO), also known as the manufacturer’s certificate of origin (MCO) is the original document from the manufacturer that states the VIN and other vehicle specifications. You can think of the MSO as the vehicle’s “birth certificate”. The MSO will identify the vehicle’s model year, color, optional equipment, and other important…

A VIN (vehicle identification number) is a specific 17-character string of numbers and letters that uniquely identifies a specific vehicle. Every car has its own VIN, no two cars are exactly alike. The VIN is assigned to the vehicle when it’s manufactured. Checking the VIN can reveal information about the vehicle dating back to when…

The vehicle title, registration, and bill of sale are all very important documents to have as a vehicle owner. These three documents may seem similar, but they have very different purposes. In this article, we’ll explain the difference between each document. Vehicle title The vehicle title, also known as the certificate of title, is a…

A branded title is a designation on a vehicle title that signifies that the vehicle has been involved in a previous insurance incident and has been deemed by the insurance company subject to damage or a total loss. The claim may have been filed by an insurance company or by the owner of the vehicle….

Title jumping is a federal crime in most US states, and having a jumped title can make it nearly impossible to sell the vehicle, or transfer ownership. If you purchase a vehicle with a jumped title, you may be left with incurred expenses from the previous owner or may end up with a vehicle title…

What’s the difference between the title number and the vehicle identification number? The title number and the VIN number were made for two different reasons. Title number vs. Vehicle identification number (VIN) The title number is typically a 7-8 character or number string that identifies the owner of the vehicle. It doesn’t necessarily tell you…

There are many different types of car titles. A car title is a legal document that proves ownership of a vehicle. While most vehicles require a title, obtaining a vehicle title isn’t necessarily a cookie-cutter process. There are several types of titles for different types of vehicles and for different situations. These titles come with…

Many people who obtain a vehicle title wonder if the title will ever become void. A vehicle title is usually never voided, with few exceptions. This article will outline the most common reasons for a vehicle title to be void. Damaged or mutilated titles If the title is damaged or mutilated, it can’t be used…

If you’ve paid off your vehicle loan, how do you obtain a new clean title from your lienholder? When you borrow money to buy a car and use the car as collateral, your creditor places a lien on the vehicle. The lienholder’s name appears on the title along with the owner of the vehicle. If…