New York State: First-Time Vehicle Registration Requirements
From passenger cars to trucks, motorcycles to SUVs, and more vehicles, a registration is needed for each. In New York State, a vehicle registration is renewed every two years. You…
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What Is a Car Repossession And How Does It Hurt Your Credit Score
If you miss your monthly car payments, you’ll probably default on your car loan and eventually have your car repossessed. A car repossession means the bank, or other financial institution…
How To Remove a Lienholder From a Vehicle Title In New York
A vehicle lienholder, typically the financial institution of where you bought your car such as Honda Financial Services or Toyota Financial, has a legal right to the vehicle. They’re the…
Understanding Electric Vehicles Federal Tax Credits: EV & Plug-In Hybrids Incentives
With the coronavirus in full swing, and even surging as wintertime is approaching, the topic of electric vehicles is grabbing plenty of attention. From startups getting in on the EV…
5 Tips For Buying A Family Car: Safety Features and More
Is your household growing? Are you thinking of buying a new car to accommodate your family’s needs? If you went from living single to marriage and kids, there’s a pretty…
Vehicle Transactions Not Subjected To Use Tax In California: Inheritance, Gifts, Domestic Partner Title Transfers & More
California has over 27 million licensed drivers, with over 31 million registered vehicles. If you buy a vehicle in California, be it a motorcycle, truck or car, you have to…
Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle: Manufacturer CPO vs. Dealer CPO
Used cars has definitely had its moment during the past several months. Despite the nationwide pandemic, this past summer used car sales went up nearly 20%. SUVs, pickups and other…
Used Car Inspection Guide: A Comprehensive Checklist For Vehicle Exterior
Used cars are selling really well these days, both from dealerships and private sellers. Even as prices increase for used cars, they’re still a hot commodity due to the pandemic.…
3 Vehicle Alternatives For Low-Inventory Cars During Covid-19
During normal times, it takes about six to eight weeks for an auto manufacturer to distribute vehicles to dealers to supply car salesmen and women with inventory. Drivers visit showrooms,…
What Is The Pennsylvania Sales Tax On a Vehicle Purchase
How much sales tax you have to pay when buying a vehicle, from sedan to motorcycle, truck and others, depends on the laws of your home state and the purchase…