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3 Things You Need to Know About Heavy-Duty Truck Titling

September 11, 2020 | all 50 states

While titling a passenger vehicle is a pretty straightforward process, titling specialty vehicles, like heavy-duty trucks, involves a wide range of requirements. Items such as tax exemptions, weight and length requirements, any necessary documents, along with a number of other specifications, need to be considered for heavy-duty truck titles. At Consolidated Automotive Services of Indiana, we make this confusing process much easier for your business to navigate. While requirements vary by state, the following are some of the most common items that are necessary to title or register your heavy-duty truck.

Information Your Clients Need to Buy a Boat Without a Title

Information Your Clients Need to Buy a Boat with No Title

August 18, 2020 | all 50 states

As a bank or finance company, you’re in the business of helping your customers make large purchases, such as vehicles, RVs, and boats. What do you do if there’s no title for the boat or watercraft your client wishes to purchase? This is where the professionals at Consolidated Automotive Services of Indiana can help. We are experts at acquiring new or replacement titles for all types of motorized vehicles, including boats, across all 50 states. If you wish to help your client apply for a boat title, they will need the following information and documents before beginning the title process.Information About the BoatThere are basic details your client will need when requesting a title for their newly purchased watercraft. This information includes the date of sale and the price. Other data specific to the purchased boat are the hull identification number (HIN), color, make, model, and year.Type of BoatEach state … Continued

How Consolidated Auto Processes Out-of-State Title Transfers

How We Process Out-of-State Title Transfers

July 13, 2020 | all 50 states

Does your automotive dealership often acquire vehicles from out-of-state auctions? If so, then you’re fully aware of the mountains of paperwork required in order to obtain titles for these vehicles. Thankfully, Consolidated Automotive Services of Indiana is here to assist. We handle title processing for a variety of vehicles including cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, motorcycles, and more. How exactly do we help you? Keep reading to learn more.Complete All PaperworkEach state has its own set of rules and regulations when it comes to applying for a vehicle title transfer. Our team is well-versed in regulations across all 50 states. This will save your office staff from spending a lot of time researching the vehicle title process. Depending on the specific requirements, we may need to complete:Title transfer documentsVehicle registration paperworkOdometer disclosure statementsAnd others as neededVerify Vehicle InformationOnce our staff has all the correct forms and documents, we then begin the … Continued

Why Choose Consolidated Automotive for Vehicle Title Transfer Services?

June 5, 2020 | all 50 states

When a customer purchases a vehicle from your automotive dealership, you only have so much time to transfer the vehicle into their name. If you happen to be dealing with a busy time of year for car sales, this process could get backed up, causing stress for your staff and your customer. Take advantage of the vehicle title transfer services that Consolidated Automotive Services of Indiana has to offer. With experience processing titles across all 50 states, you can trust us for dependable and efficient vehicle title processing.Out-of-State TitlesWe have been offering title transfer services for all 50 states since our company opened. Our professional team knows how to navigate the rules and regulations of every single state. Backlog of TitlesAutomotive dealers have busy seasons just like any other business. During this overwhelming time, let us pick up the burden of processing vehicle titles for you. Not only will your staff … Continued

3 Circumstances That Require a Duplicate Vehicle Title

May 14, 2020 | all 50 states

Consolidated Automotive Services of Indiana understands that your priority is selling and financing vehicles. As a commercial automotive dealership or a vehicle finance company, a delay in paperwork can lead to lost revenue. If you have a customer who is trading in a vehicle without the proper documents, such as a title, this will definitely place a snag in the vehicle-selling process. When your customers find themselves in any of the three following situations, you can assure them of your complete assistance when you take advantage of our duplicate title services. 1. Lost TitleInevitably, it does happen. A customer arrives wanting to trade in their vehicle, but has lost the title. He or she has searched everywhere but simply can’t find it. With our vast knowledge of vehicle title laws and regulations across all 50 states, we are more than capable of handling any type of duplicate title needs you may … Continued

Why Lien Searches Are Important for Auto Dealerships

April 14, 2020 | all 50 states

For commercial auto dealers, lien searches are an important step in the process of buying or selling a vehicle. You’re in the business of selling cars, and you don’t want anything to complicate that process. Discovering there’s a lien on a car you wish to sell can extend the length of time that car remains on your sales lot. Take advantage of the lien search services from Consolidated Automotive Services of Indiana. Not only will it save you precious time, but it can also save you thousands in lost car sales.Cannot Sell the CarFirst and foremost, a thorough lien search can reveal if a vehicle you’re trying to sell is owned by a third party. If so, as a commercial auto dealer, you have no right to sell that vehicle. Avoid this situation altogether by allowing our experts to perform professional lien searches on all vehicles that end up on … Continued

Specialized Title Services We Can Handle For Automotive Dealers

3 Specialized Title Services We Can Complete for Automotive Dealers

March 12, 2020 | all 50 states

At Consolidated Automotive Services of Indiana, we handle more than the basic title and lien searches or simple title transfers. There are a number of circumstances that could require a specialized type of title. When your automotive dealership encounters a variety of these situations – UCC filings, repossession titles, and more – you need a title company that you can count on to accurately expedite these documents. Below are three different circumstances where our team is ready and available to assist you.1. UCC FilingsA UCC filing needs to be completed when a creditor, such as an automotive dealer or car finance company, wishes to lay claim to a vehicle that was purchased via an automotive loan by one of their customers. It’s a legal document that protects the rights of a finance company, in case the lender needs to take possession of the vehicle for repayment purposes.2. Repossession TitlesUnfortunately, there … Continued

4 Situations That Will Require a Vehicle Title Transfer

February 10, 2020 | all 50 states

Any time a vehicle changes ownership or information on a vehicle title needs to be updated, a title transfer must be performed. Be ready and prepared to assist your clients with their title transfer needs with the vehicle title services from Consolidated Automotive Services of Indiana. While there are a variety of situations that require a change in vehicle titles, you’ll most likely experience one of these four vehicle title situations.1. Buying a CarWhen your customers are purchasing a vehicle, they don’t want to wait longer than necessary. They’re pretty excited to drive that new or gently used car or truck off the lot. Take advantage of our fast and efficient vehicle title transfer process and make the entire vehicle purchase experience a positive one for your customers.2. Selling a CarWhen a client is selling their vehicle, they want a quick and simple process. They may be selling a vehicle … Continued

6 Services We Provide Beyond Vehicle Title Transfers

January 19, 2020 | all 50 states

Did you know that Consolidated Automotive Services of Indiana performs title services beyond title transfers? That’s right! We offer several specialized title vehicle services such as inquiries, replacements, filings, and many more. Learn more about our services below.

4 Types of Documents Required for All Vehicle Title Transfers

December 10, 2019 | all 50 states

At Consolidated Automotive Services of Indiana, we process vehicle title transfers across all 50 states. While each state has similar document requirements, there are often varied and miscellaneous certificates, registrations, and other forms that may be needed. Our team is well-versed on the specific documentation each state requires for the transfer process. To help make it easier for our clients, we’ve included a list of paperwork that is always required when transferring ownership of vehicles from one customer to another.1. Title DocumentsWhen transferring a vehicle from the seller to the buyer, the original title needs to be signed by the seller and re-assigned to the new owner. We take care of processing this title transfer request. All you need to do is gather the correct signatures.2. Insurance FormsIn order to permanently transfer the vehicle title to the buyer, proof of insurance for the new owner must be included with the … Continued

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