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Seller, in acknowledgment and consideration of a total payment of <span style='background: #BBBBBB;'>_____________<\u002Fspan>,  by Buyer, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, hereby sells, transfers, assigns, and conveys to Buyer the following item(s) (hereinafter, the "<strong>Property<\u002Fstrong>"):<\u002Fli><ol>    <\u002Fol><li><strong>Seller Covenants, Warranties, and Representations<\u002Fstrong>. Seller covenants, warrants, and represents as follows:<\u002Fli><ol>  <li>Unless otherwise stated herein, Seller currently holds all rights and titles to the Property, and that such Property is being transferred to Buyer without lien, charge, claim, or other encumbrance of any kind whatsoever.<\u002Fli>  <li>Seller has the authority to sell the Property to Buyer.<\u002Fli>  <li>Buyer shall, immediately after execution and delivery of this Agreement, have quiet and peaceful possession and enjoyment of the Property for its own use and benefit without any manner of hindrance, interruption, molestation, claim, or demand whatsoever of, from, or by Seller.<\u002Fli>  <li>Unless otherwise stated herein, Seller will, from time to time and at all times hereafter, on every reasonable request of Buyer, make, do, and execute, or cause to be made, done, and executed, all further acts, deeds, or assurances as may be reasonably required by Buyer for more effectually and completely vesting Buyer the Property.<\u002Fli>  <li>Unless otherwise stated herein, Seller shall indemnify and hold harmless Buyer from all costs, damages, expenses, and other losses resulting or arising from the breach or untruth of any covenant, warranty, or representation made or given by Seller hereunder.<\u002Fli><\u002Fol><li><strong>Disclaimer<\u002Fstrong>. This Agreement includes no warranties, expressed or implied, in addition to the warranties stated in this Agreement, if any. <strong>THE PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD AND TRANSFERRED "AS IS," WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND WITHOUT ANY RECOURSE TO SELLER FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER, PROVIDED THAT BUYER ACCEPTS SAID PROPERTY AFTER HAVING AN OPPORTUNITY TO INSPECT THEM.<\u002Fstrong><\u002Fli><li><strong>Governing Law<\u002Fstrong>. This Agreement is executed and delivered in, and shall be construed and enforced in accordance with, the laws of Alabama, and shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the successors and assigns of the Parties hereto.<\u002Fli><li><strong>Date of Effectiveness<\u002Fstrong>. This Agreement will become effective when both Parties have signed it. The date on which this Agreement is signed by the last Party to sign it (as indicated by the date associated with that Party's signature) will be deemed the date of this Agreement.<\u002Fli><li><strong>Counterparts, Facsimiles, and Electronic Signatures<\u002Fstrong>. This Agreement may be signed in one or more counterparts, which together will form a single Agreement. This Agreement may be signed electronically.<\u002Fli><\u002Fol><p>Each Party is signing this Agreement on the date stated opposite that Party's signature.<\u002Fp><div class='-page-break'><\u002Fdiv><center><p class='title center'><strong>Instructions for Your Bill of Sale<\u002Fstrong><\u002Fp><\u002Fcenter><br \u002F><br \u002F><p>Your bill of sale will serve to memorialize the important details of your transaction and acts as a receipt for the buyer. It is an essential tool for proving the terms of the agreement down the road, and many states require the use of a bill of sale when transferring automobiles, aircraft, watercraft, and similar items.<\u002Fp><p>To complete your bill of sale, start by specifying what kind of property is being sold. You will need to use multiple bills of sale if you want to transfer multiple types of property. When describing the property, include as many identifying details about the property as possible.<\u002Fp><p>Next you will include the names and addresses of the buyer and seller. If the buyer and\u002For seller is acting under a business entity, then use their respective business addresses here.<\u002Fp><p>You will then be asked to enter the other important terms of the transaction, such as the price and whether there are any encumbrances on the property being sold. An encumbrance is a lien, loan, or other restriction on the owner's title to the property. Common examples include mechanic's liens, security interests in the property as collateral for a loan, legal judgments, tax liens, and other government liens.<\u002Fp><p>You will also be required to sign the bill of sale. While some jurisdictions require only the seller for some transactions, it is recommended that both parties sign the bill of sale to ensure its validity. With the exception of Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, and Oklahoma, most jurisdictions don't require that a bill of sale contain witness signatures. However, it is recommended to have witnesses to serve as evidence that the parties entered into the bill of sale if the matter goes to litigation.<\u002Fp><p>By law, a notary public must witness both parties signing the document in Alabama, Hawaii, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and West Virginia. 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It is an essential tool for proving the terms of the agreement down the road, and many states require the use of a bill of sale when transferring automobiles, aircraft, watercraft, and similar items. Described bellow are the essential elements of a legally compliant bill of sale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Property Type\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>To complete your bill of sale, start by specifying what kind of property is being sold. You will need to use multiple bills of sale if you want to transfer multiple types of property. When describing the property, include as many identifying details about the property as possible. It is also important to clearly state the item's condition in the bill of sale to ensure transparency and help prevent future disputes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Buyer and Seller Information\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>Next you will need to add the names and addresses of the buyer and seller. If the buyer and\u002For seller is acting under a business entity, then use their respective business addresses here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Cost and Other Terms of the Deal\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>You will then need to add any other important terms of the transaction, such as the price and whether there are any encumbrances on the property being sold. An “encumbrance” is a lien, loan, or other restriction on an owner’s title. Common examples include collateral for a loan, mechanic’s liens, legal judgments, tax liens, and other government liens. You should also specify the payment method, such as cash, which is often used for high-value transactions and can affect how ownership is transferred in the bill of sale. Additionally, the bill of sale may include a clause stating that the buyer accepts the item in its current 'as-is' condition, acknowledging and agreeing to the sale terms without warranties.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Witnessing Your Document\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>Many states require a notary public to witness both parties signing the document. However, it is recommended that you use a notary to witness the document regardless of the state you are in. This will help prove the authenticity of the document if there is ever a dispute in the future. If the buyer and seller are in different locations and want to have the document notarized, they will each need to get it notarized separately. Your bill of sale will be considered fully executed once it is completed, signed, and notarized (if included). Then make sure that both parties get a copy of the fully executed agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":216,"heading":217,"background":218,"blockName":81,"items":219,"blockType":240,"visibility":241},"6a15a1aaf13133005943df32","Frequently Asked Questions","white",[220,224,228,232,236],{"id":221,"question":222,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":223},"6a15a1aaf13133005943df2d","What is a bill of sale?","\u003Cp>A bill of sale is a legal document that is used to certify the transfer of legal title to a new owner. As such, it acts as a receipt for both the buyer and seller and can sometimes also be used as proof of ownership by the buyer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In many states, a bill of sale is required to document the transfer of a motor vehicle between parties. It is also commonly used in sales of equipment, animals, watercraft, and aircraft, as well as other large, expensive, or rare items.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":225,"question":226,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":227},"6a15a1aaf13133005943df2e","When should I use a bill of sale?","\u003Cp>Buyers and sellers can use a bill of sale to memorialize any sales transaction besides the purchase of real estate. These documents are frequently used when transferring title to motor vehicles, including all types of cars, trucks, recreational vehicles, motorcycles, boats, and airplanes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While they are common for motor vehicles, bills of sale can also be used to document sales of other types of personal property such as furniture, machinery, jewelry, animals, exercise equipment, clothing, bicycles, appliances, tools, and more.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":229,"question":230,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":231},"6a15a1aaf13133005943df2f","What is included in a bill of sale?","\u003Cp>A bill of sale should, at a minimum, include information identifying the parties to the transaction (the buyer and seller), the total purchase price, and a specific description of the item that was sold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the case of a motor vehicle, it is important that the bill of sale includes specific identifying information such as the make, model, year, body type, and vehicle identification number (VIN number).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bills of sale also typically include the following information:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>'As is' language, stating that the buyer agrees to accept the item in its current condition (whether the item is currently working as originally intended or not).\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>A statement that the seller has the legal authority to sell the item and that nobody else has a claim to the item.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>A provision stating that the buyer has inspected, or had an opportunity to inspect, the item before the transaction.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Identification of the state whose laws govern the transaction.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Sales of motor vehicles should also include the odometer reading at the time of the transfer between parties. Bills of sale for motor vehicles should include an \"Odometer Disclosure Statement.\" In this statement, the seller affirms that the odometer reading is accurate and was not altered while in the seller's possession or at his or her direction.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>",{"id":233,"question":234,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":235},"6a15a1aaf13133005943df30","Does a bill of sale include warranties?","\u003Cp>While a bill of sale can include specific warranties, it usually does not include specific assurances or promises about the item being sold. Instead, a bill of sale typically includes an \"as-is\" provision. This is important because it limits the seller's future liability. The \"as-is\" language means that there is no warranty included and that the buyer agrees to accept the item in its current condition, whether or not faults are readily apparent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bill of sale may also include a statement that the seller warrants that there are no liens or other encumbrances on the property being sold and that the seller actually has proper title and the legal authority to enter into the sales transaction.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":237,"question":238,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":239},"6a15a1aaf13133005943df31","Are there limitations on when a bill of sale may be used?","\u003Cp>A bill of sale can only be used to transfer personal property that the seller already owns and that is movable, such as motor vehicles, animals like horses or dogs, or household goods. A bill of sale cannot be used to transfer something that the seller does not own or that the seller does not have the legal right to transfer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When selling real property (real estate), a bill of sale cannot be used. 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