Vermont Bill of Sale Templates
In Vermont, you are only required to complete a bill of sale for the buying and selling of any car/vehicle and motorboat. You can use the government official form, or create your own as long as you include the necessary elements.
It’s never necessary to have them notarized but is encouraged.
Vermont General Bill of Sale
It’s not necessary to complete a general bill of sale in Vermont when buying or selling personal property. It’s always better to have one completed, though, as this document protects the interests of all parties involved.
Your document must include the following information:
- Description of the property, including the condition and any serial numbers, if applicable
- Purchase price
- Date of sale
- Seller’s and buyer’s name and address
- Signatures of seller and buyer
Vermont Car Vehicle Bill of Sale
Any time you buy or sell a car in Vermont, you have to fill out a car bill of sale. You can draft your own as long as you include the correct information.
Your document must include:
- Description of the vehicle, including the VIN, year, make, and model
- The odometer reading at the time of purchase
- The purchase price
- Seller’s and buyer’s name and address
- Signatures of both parties
Vermont Motorcycle Bill of Sale
In Vermont, motorcycles are the same as cars, so you do need a motorcycle bill of sale when you transfer ownership of the motorcycle by either buying or selling. You need this document to register the bike and to pay sales tax on the fair price.
You’ll need the following information:
- Description of the motorcycle, including the VIN, year, make, and model
- The odometer reading at the time of purchase
- The purchase price
- Seller’s and buyer’s name and address
- Signatures of both parties
Vermont Boat Bill of Sale
If you plan to take your motorized boat to public waters, you’ll need a validation sticker and a certificate of registration. You’ll need to complete a bill of sale to register your boat.
The document must include:
- Description of the vessel, including the make and year
- The hull identification number
- Purchase price
- Purchase date
- Signature of seller
Vermont Trailer Bill of Sale
A trailer is classified as a motor vehicle, so you have to complete the Vermont trailer bill of sale when buying, selling, or gifting one.
You’ll need to include:
- Description of the trailer, including the VIN, year, make, and model
- The purchase price
- Seller’s and buyer’s name and address
- Signatures of both parties
If you want to know about any other requirements for trailers or the fees for registering, check with the Vermont DMV.
Vermont Firearm Bill of Sale
In Vermont, outside of three exemptions, only licensed dealers who can complete a background check can transfer ownership of a firearm. The dealers have to keep records of all of these transactions, and a bill of sale is one way to do that.
The document must include:
- Description of the firearm, including the caliber, make, model, and year
- Purchase price
- Date of sale
- Name and address of buyer and seller
- Signatures of buyer and seller
This document acts as proof of ownership if you want or need to get a permit.
Vermont Horse Bill of Sale
A bill of sale isn’t required to buy, sell, or transfer ownership of a horse. However, it’s a good idea to have one on hand. Getting one made is strongly suggested if you are purchasing or selling your horse to an out-of-state buyer.
Your document must include:
- Description of the horse, including the name, sex, and breed
- The purchase price
- The date of sale
- Name and address of the seller and buyer
- Signature of the seller and buyer
This document will outline who is responsible for the horse and its behavior at any given time.