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Southaven, Mississippi

Documents Needed to Sell a Farm Equipment in Southaven

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private farm equipment sale in Southaven, Mississippi. File at the DeSoto County Tax Collector — title transfer fee: $9.00, sales tax: 5.00%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Farm Equipment title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Lien release letter (if a loan was paid off) from the lender

Buyer Must Bring to DMV

  • 1Signed Farm Equipment title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $9.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 5.00% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Mississippi insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Mississippi

Mississippi does not require notarization.

Where to File in Southaven

Office

DeSoto County Tax Collector

Address

365 Losher St, Hernando, MS 38632

Phone

(662) 469-8359

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Farm Equipment Title Transfer in Southaven

Title Transfer Fee

$9.00

Sales Tax Rate

5.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Mississippi 5% use tax on private vehicle purchases

FAQ — Documents for Farm Equipment Sale in Southaven

What documents do I need to sell a farm equipment in Southaven?
To sell a farm equipment in Southaven you need: a signed Farm Equipment title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the DeSoto County Tax Collector.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a farm equipment in Southaven, Mississippi?
Yes. The DeSoto County Tax Collector requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Mississippi-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the farm equipment title transfer fee in Southaven?
The title transfer fee in DeSoto County is $9.00. Sales tax of 5.00% is also due at the time of registration. Mississippi 5% use tax on private vehicle purchases
Where do I file a farm equipment title transfer in Southaven?
File at the DeSoto County Tax Collector, 365 Losher St, Hernando, MS 38632. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (662) 469-8359.

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