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• How do I replace a lost title or a damaged car title in GA?

  • Title > Lost Title

  You must contact the Georgia (GA) Department of Revenue (DOR) if you lose or damage your GA car title. Before you do, though, you can get your paperwork and fees prepared. Replace Your Lost or Damaged Georgia Auto Title First, complete Form MV-1 (Title and Tag Application). You can download the application online at the GA DOR website. The form is also available at local Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) offices. To complete the duplicate title application: Provide the vehicle identification number (VIN). Fill in the make, model, year, and color of the auto. Write in the odometer reading. Give the date you purchased the motor vehicle. Provide your name and contact information (i.e. street mailing address). Complete an application for each lost title that you need replaced. You will need the..

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• What is the new car tag title tax in my state?

  • Buying and Selling > Buying a New or Used Car > Vehicle Tax

  The grid below outlines the new car use and sales tax for each state. Before you jump in, note that the method used to determine your sales tax varies from state to state. Most often, you’ll pay a percentage of the new car’s price; however, some states – and even the towns, cities, and counties within the states – will use different methods. Also note that in addition to sales tax, new car costs generally include additional fees such as title and registration costs and any license plate transfer costs. You might even need to pay a use tax; some states charge use tax in instances when you don’t have to pay a sales tax. You’ll want to check with your state motor vehicle agency not only to make sure the taxes haven’t changed and to get specific..

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• What are the fees to replace a lost title?

  • Title > Lost Title

  Duplicate Titles and Fees Each state charges a different duplicate title fee for replacing a lost title. The process is easy, usually requiring completing a duplicate title application, providing proper identification, and paying the required fee with cash, check, or credit card. Some states require applying in person only. Others also allow the option of applying by mail.   If you sell your vehicle, you will need a car title. Without it, you'll delay the title transfer process and, possibly, lose a prospective buyer.  Contact your local DMV for the lost title requirements in your state. ..

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• How do I get a replacement title?

  • Title > Duplicate Title

  The process is usually pretty simple: You’ll fill out a form, submit it along with any other required documents and fees, and wait for your replacement title. However, as is the case with most vehicle transactions, the fine print related to obtaining a replacement car title varies from state to state. The grid below outlines whether you can: Obtain the duplicate title application online. If your state doesn’t offer the form online you’ll need to call or visit your motor vehicle agency for a copy. Mail the application, additional kinds of paperwork, and fees to your motor vehicle agency. Submit the application, additional kinds of paperwork, and fees in person at your motor vehicle agency. A handful of states allow you to apply by phone; check the notes for your state in..

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• How do I make a correction or name change to an existing auto title in GA?

  • Title

  Contact the Georgia (GA) Department of Revenue (DOR) if you need to correct information on your auto title. Data that you can correct on the title includes your name, address, and vehicle title assignment (i.e. lienholder information). Making Assignment Changes to Georgia Auto Titles If errors appear on your car title beyond an address or name change, gently write through the incorrect data. Complete Form T-11 (Application for Correction). The form is available for download at the DOR website. Information that you will fill out on the application includes: Make, model, and year of the auto. Description of the error (i.e. typo, seller assigned the title to the wrong buyer). Sign and date the application. Before you submit the completed application to the DOR, get the application notarized...

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