A Michigan bill of sale is a form that is used to document the transfer of goods between a private seller and a buyer. The completed form will relay the price paid, the date of transaction, a description of the item sold, and the name, address, and signature of both parties. By executing the bill of sale, the buyer accepts that they cannot return the item once it has been paid for. Likewise, the seller cannot change their mind and reclaim the item once it has been transferred. Although a bill of sale isn’t required for motor vehicle and boat registration, it can be used as proof of purchase when the buyer pays the sales tax.

Types (4)

Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale – A bill of sale used to record the transfer of ownership of a motor vehicle.
 
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Firearm Bill of Sale – A signed receipt for the private sale of a firearm.

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Boat Bill of Sale – Reports the purchase and sale of a vessel between parties in a private arrangement.

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Generic Bill of Sale – Completed by a buyer and a seller when concluding a private sale of personal property.

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Registration Resources

Motor Vehicle

• Secretary of State – Motor vehicles are registered and titled with the Office of the Secretary of State.
• Secretary of State online services – An online portal where individuals can schedule an appointment to register and title their vehicle.
• Insurance Requirements – Information on vehicle insurance requirements in Michigan.

Firearm

• Concealed Pistol License (CPL) – CPL information, form, and instructions provided by the Michigan State Police.
• CPL Application Form – Must be completed to apply for a CPL.
• CPL Requirements – The criteria that applicants must fulfill to be approved for a CPL.
• County Clerk Locations – Search for county clerk offices by county. CPL applications are processed by the applicant’s county clerk.

Boat

• Secretary of State – Processes boat registrations and titling.
• Form WR-11L – The form that must be completed to apply for a boat title.
• Displaying Decals – Information on how registration decals should be displayed.
• Fee Schedule – License plate, registration, and titling fees.