Madison Heights, Michigan
Documents Needed to Sell a Horse Trailer in Madison Heights
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private horse trailer sale in Madison Heights, Michigan. File at the Secretary of State – Madison Heights — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 7.50%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Horse Trailer 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 Horse Trailer title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.50% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Michigan insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Michigan
Michigan does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Where to File in Madison Heights
Office
Secretary of State – Madison Heights
Address
Visit https://www.michigan.gov/sos for the nearest Madison Heights, MI office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Horse Trailer Title Transfer in Madison Heights
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Michigan state rate 6% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for Horse Trailer Sale in Madison Heights
- What documents do I need to sell a horse trailer in Madison Heights?
- To sell a horse trailer in Madison Heights you need: a signed Horse Trailer title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Secretary of State – Madison Heights.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a horse trailer in Madison Heights, Michigan?
- Yes. The Secretary of State – Madison Heights requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Michigan-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the horse trailer title transfer fee in Madison Heights?
- The title transfer fee in Madison Heights County is $15.00. Sales tax of 7.50% is also due at the time of registration. Michigan state rate 6% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a horse trailer title transfer in Madison Heights?
- File at the Secretary of State – Madison Heights, Visit https://www.michigan.gov/sos for the nearest Madison Heights, MI office. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.