Rev Up Your Knowledge: Mastering Jump Starts and Skipping Issues in Your Car
Download MP3Introduction to Title Issues:
- Addressing the common problem of jumping or skipping titles when buying and selling vehicles online.
- Many use platforms like Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and OfferUp to trade cars.
Understanding Title Basics:
- A title isn't just a vehicle ownership certificate; it contains important details about the current and previous owners.
- Front of the title shows the current owner; the back indicates who it's been signed over to.
Illegal Practice of Jumping Titles:
- Selling a vehicle without transferring the title properly is illegal in most states.
- It's akin to tax evasion and complicates obtaining a valid title in your name.
Implications of a Misused Title:
- Simply having a certificate doesn't mean it's usable if you're not the intended recipient listed on the back.
- Attempts to alter or invalidate the title (e.g., using correction fluid) render it useless.
Solutions to Title Problems:
- Options like bonded titles or court order titles can rectify these issues.
- Detailed guidance available on our website for fixing jumped or skipped titles yourself or through our title services.
Buying Safely Online:
- Before exchanging money, ensure you receive a valid title directly from the owner listed on the front.
- Verify their identity to prevent scams or forged signatures.
Conclusion and Key Advice:
- Never proceed with a vehicle purchase unless a valid title is in hand.
- Encourage sellers to obtain a new title in their name before transferring ownership to avoid legal and administrative complications.
