Parkland, Florida
How to Fill Out a Parkland Boat Bill of Sale
Complete guide for filling out a boat bill of sale in Parkland, Florida (Form HSMV 82050). Includes the exact Tax Collector – Parkland location, current tax rates, and notarization requirements.
Title Transfer Fee
$75.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Step-by-Step: Filling Out Your Parkland Boat Bill of Sale
- 1
Enter seller and buyer information
Write full legal names and current addresses exactly as they appear on government-issued IDs. Both buyer and seller must use their full legal names — no nicknames or abbreviations. Errors here cause delays at the Tax Collector – Parkland.
- 2
Record Boat details and VIN
Enter the year, make, model, body style, color, and the 17-character VIN exactly as printed on the dashboard (visible through the windshield) or door jamb sticker. The VIN must match the vehicle title exactly.
- 3
Record sale price, date, and payment method
Write the agreed sale price in both numeral form ($12,500.00) and written form (twelve thousand five hundred dollars). Enter the exact date of the sale — this date triggers the Florida title transfer requirement. Note payment method: cash, check, or other.
- 4
Both parties sign and date
Both buyer and seller sign and date the completed form. Sign with blue or black ballpoint ink. Florida does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient. Print at least two originals — one for each party.
- 5
Submit to the Tax Collector – Parkland
Bring the signed bill of sale, the vehicle title (signed over on the back), and a valid ID to: Visit https://www.flhsmv.gov for the nearest Parkland, FL office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers. You'll pay the title transfer fee of $75.00 and sales tax at 7.50%.
Parkland Title & Registration Office
Office
Tax Collector – Parkland
Address
Visit https://www.flhsmv.gov for the nearest Parkland, FL office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Special requirements in Parkland County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local Florida title office within the required timeframe
- Tax based on purchase price or NADA book value, whichever is higher
- Both buyer and seller should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of insurance
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ✗Signing before the notary if notarization is required — the notary must witness the signature
- ✗VIN errors — even one wrong character causes the FL DMV to reject the title transfer
- ✗Leaving the sale price blank or writing "gift" if money changed hands — this triggers audit risk
- ✗Using correction fluid to fix mistakes — always initial handwritten corrections instead
- ✗Not keeping a copy — both buyer and seller need a signed original
FAQ — Boat Bill of Sale in Parkland
- Where do I file a boat bill of sale in Parkland?
- File at the Tax Collector – Parkland, located at Visit https://www.flhsmv.gov for the nearest Parkland, FL office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Parkland?
- The title transfer fee in Parkland County is $75.00. Combined sales tax rate: 7.50%. Florida state rate 6% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Does Parkland, Florida require notarization for a boat bill of sale?
- No. Florida does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
- What form do I use for a boat bill of sale in Florida?
- Florida uses Form HSMV 82050 for boat title transfers. You can download it from the Tax Collector – Parkland or generate a state-compliant version at BillOfSaleNow.