The Expert Podcast

• Explanation of curbstone as an illegal car-selling practice.
• Its resurgence despite its previous decline in the '90s was due to a lack of prosecution and regulation.

• Description of an individual selling cars illegally from their backyard.
• Lack of proper licensing, insurance, and adherence to regulations.

• Vehicles were not accurately represented or inspected.
• Difficulty in obtaining valid titles for purchased vehicles.

• Importance of verifying the legitimacy of the seller.
• Checking the title and ensuring it matches the seller's identity.
• Warning against "flip" or "jump" titles.
• Limitations of a bill of sale in obtaining a title.

• There are various obstacles to obtaining a title, such as back taxes or liens.
• Risk factors are involved in purchasing vehicles without titles.
• State-specific requirements, like inspections or emissions tests.

• Resources are available on the website cartitles.com for individuals facing title issues.
• Offer of free consumer advice, consultations, and document preparation services.
• Acknowledgement of the effort required to obtain a title, with assurance of potential success in most cases.

• Encouragement for listeners not to despair if facing title issues.
• Assurance of assistance and support from the website's resources.
• Invitation to reach out for help with obtaining vehicle titles.