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Little Rock, Arkansas Travel Trailer Bill of Sale for Family transferPrint a Ready-to-Sign Form

Print a travel trailer bill of sale form for your family transfer in Little Rock, Arkansas. Fill in the details online, then print the completed document for both parties to sign.

Print Instructions

Paper Size

US Letter (8.5 × 11 in)

Margins

0.5 in minimum all sides

Ink

Black ink, laser or inkjet

Before You Print

  • Verify the VIN matches the travel trailer title exactly
  • Confirm buyer and seller names match government-issued IDs
  • Have both parties present at the time of signing
  • Bring a valid photo ID accepted by Arkansas
  • Print at least two copies — one for each party

Both parties should sign with a ballpoint pen in blue or black ink. Initial any corrections rather than using correction fluid.

Family transfer — What You Need to Know

The vehicle is transferred between immediate family members. Many states offer reduced or waived sales and use tax for qualifying family transfers.

Seller guidance

Identify whether your state's DMV has a specific family transfer exemption form or requires a relationship affidavit. Qualifying relationships vary by state but typically include spouses, parents, children, siblings, and grandparents. Keep the bill of sale simple and clearly state the relationship.

Buyer guidance

Even if no money changes hands, you will owe use tax on fair market value in some states unless you qualify for the family exemption. Bring your relationship documentation (marriage certificate, birth certificate) to the DMV when re-registering. The title transfer process is otherwise the same as a standard sale.

Legal note

Family transfer tax exemptions are defined by individual state statutes. For example: California Vehicle Code § 9102, Texas Tax Code § 152.025, Florida Statute § 319.17. Gift tax rules (IRS Form 709) still apply if the vehicle's value exceeds the annual exclusion. These transactions are not always arm's-length, so document fair market value to prevent future audit issues.

Family transfer checklist

  • Confirm qualifying family relationship under your state's DMV rules
  • Obtain the required family transfer exemption form or affidavit
  • Document fair market value on the bill of sale (for tax records)
  • Bring relationship proof (marriage certificate, birth certificate) to the DMV
  • Determine if IRS Form 709 is required if value exceeds the annual gift exclusion

Travel Trailer Safety & Recall Information

Data sourced from NHTSA safety ratings and recall databases

Average Safety Rating

0 / 5

Avg. Price Range

$10,000–$80,000

Odometer Disclosure

Not required

Safety checkpoints for travel trailer buyers

  • Inspect roof and seams for water intrusion — use a moisture meter on walls and floor
  • Check propane system and all LP-fueled appliances
  • Verify slide-out operation and seal condition
  • Test water heater, furnace, and AC in all operating modes
  • Confirm smoke, CO, and LP detectors are operational and within manufacturer date
  • Verify fire extinguisher is present and properly charged
  • Test emergency exit window operation and condition
  • Check tire DOT codes — RV-class trailer tires age out before they wear out

Common recall categories

Propane/LP GasElectricalAxle/SuspensionWater SystemFire Hazard

On average, each travel trailer model has approximately 3.5 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov/recalls before completing a sale.

Arkansas Tax & Fee Summary

State Sales Tax Rate

6.5%

Title Transfer Fee

$10

Private Party Exempt

No

6.5% state plus local taxes up to 5.125%

Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases

Visit the official Arkansas DMV website

Local Requirements — Pulaski County

DMV / Title Office

Arkansas DFA – Revenue Office Little Rock

Address

1900 W 7th St, Little Rock, AR 72201

Phone

(501) 682-4692

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/motor-vehicle

Transfer Fees & Taxes — Little Rock

Title Transfer Fee

$10.00

Sales Tax Rate

9.625%

Base Registration Fee

$17.00

Arkansas state rate 6.5% + Pulaski County 1.125% + Little Rock city 2.0%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Arkansas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title and bill of sale are sufficient.

Little Rock Transfer Checklist

  • Title must be transferred at the Pulaski County Revenue Office within 30 days
  • Arkansas sales tax collected at time of title transfer
  • Seller must sign the title assignment and provide odometer disclosure
  • Safety inspection required before vehicle registration

County Information — Pulaski County

County Clerk / Recorder

Pulaski County Clerk

Phone

(501) 340-8500

Little Rock Family transfer travel trailer printable — when to file

Arkansas requires title transfer within 30 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For family transfer transactions specifically, file at Arkansas DFA – Revenue Office Little Rock (1900 W 7th St, Little Rock, AR 72201) during normal hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Miss the 30-day window and Arkansas typically charges a late-transfer penalty plus accrued use tax, and the seller can remain on the title for civil liability until the buyer completes retitling. Bring the signed title, the completed Little Rock bill of sale, your government-issued ID, and payment for the $10.00 title transfer fee plus 9.625% sales tax on the purchase price.

Printable reminder. Whether you keep your printable as a printed two-copy paper record, both buyer and seller should leave the signing with an identical executed copy. The buyer needs the original to present at Arkansas DFA – Revenue Office Little Rock; the seller keeps a duplicate to prove the date of transfer if a future liability question arises before the title fully retitles.

Frequently asked questions

What family transfer documents do I need for a travel trailer sale in Little Rock, Arkansas?

For a family transfer travel trailer transaction in Little Rock, you need: Confirm qualifying family relationship under your state's DMV rules; Obtain the required family transfer exemption form or affidavit; Document fair market value on the bill of sale (for tax records); Bring relationship proof (marriage certificate, birth certificate) to the DMV; Determine if IRS Form 709 is required if value exceeds the annual gift exclusion.

What is the sales tax on a travel trailer private sale in Little Rock, Arkansas?

The combined sales tax rate in Little Rock is 9.625%. Arkansas state rate 6.5% + Pulaski County 1.125% + Little Rock city 2.0%

Do I need to notarize a travel trailer bill of sale in Arkansas?

No, notarization is not required. Arkansas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title and bill of sale are sufficient.

What are common recalls for a travel trailer?

Common recall categories for travel trailers include: Propane/LP Gas, Electrical, Axle/Suspension, Water System, Fire Hazard. On average, each travel trailer model has approximately 3.5 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov before completing a sale.

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