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  Calculate the Used Car Sales Tax and Fees Before You Buy a Pre Owned Vehicle

  SUMMARY: Include vehicle tax and fees when you budget for a used car purchase. Be prepared as vehicle taxes and fees could greatly increase the purchase price.
  www.dmv.org/buy-sell/used-cars/ used-car-taxes-fees.php

• Guide for Car Buyers in the Market for a Used Car or Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle

  SUMMARY: Be prepared when you buy a used car by learning about car inspections, vehicle history reports, used car sales tax and fees and more.
  www.dmv.org/buy-sell/used-cars/ buying-used-car.php

• Guide for Car Buyers in the Market for a Used Car or Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle

  SUMMARY: Be prepared when you buy a used car by learning about car inspections, vehicle history reports, used car sales tax and fees and more.
  www.dmv.org/buy-sell/used-cars/

• Guide to Selling a Used Car Online, Locally and the Paperwork Involved

  SUMMARY: Sell your used vehicle online or locally using the Web, newspaper ads or signs or donate your vehicle. Prepare the bill of sale, release of liability and other paperwork.
  www.dmv.org/buy-sell/selling-your-car/ guide-to-selling-your-car.php

• Pros and Cons of Car Leasing and Buying a New or Used Car

  SUMMARY: Consider resale value, monthly car payments, depreciation, sales tax, repair bills and more when deciding whether to buy or lease a vehicle.
  www.dmv.org/buy-sell/new-cars/ leasing-vs-buying.php

• Guide for Car Buyers in the Market for a New Car or Looking to Lease a Vehicle

  SUMMARY: Be prepared when you buy a new car by learning about manufacturer incentives, leasing, shopping online, new car taxes and fees and more.
  www.dmv.org/buy-sell/new-cars/buying-new-car.php

• The Pros and Cons of Online Car Shopping for New and Used Cars

  SUMMARY: Online car shopping for used and new cars is quick and easy. Ordering vehicle history reports can also save you time and money.
  www.dmv.org/buy-sell/used-cars/buying-online.php

• Auto Loan Calculator for Financing New and Used Cars

  SUMMARY: Determine the car loan amount you might get from an auto lender or financial institution for a new or used car using the auto loan calculator.
  www.dmv.org/buy-sell/auto-loans/ auto-loan-calculator.php

• Iowa Car Registration Guide - Renewals, Changing States, New Vehicle Purchases, Non Operational

  SUMMARY: Iowa car registration information, forms, and procedures. Registration renewal information, new to a state, registering a new vehicle, non operational.
  www.dmv.org/ia-iowa/car-registration.php

• Guide to Donating Your Car to a Charity and Getting a Tax Write-off

  SUMMARY: Before you donate your car, research various charities, learn about write-offs and how to obtain a notice of transfer and cancel your license plates and tags.
  www.dmv.org/buy-sell/selling-your-car/ donate-car.php