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Free Massachusetts Bill of Sale Form

Use our Massachusetts Bill of Sale to record the sale of any item and protect both buyer and seller.

Updated May 23, 2022

A Massachusetts bill of sale form is a legal document used to record the sale of personal items in the state of Massachusetts. Bills of sale are particularly useful (and sometimes required) when selling property such as vehicles, boats, and firearms, as they help legally protect both the buyer and seller in the event of a dispute. In Massachusetts, some bills of sale will need to be notarized before they can be signed by both parties and made official.

Table of Contents
  • Types of Bill of Sale
  • Massachusetts Bill of Sale Requirements
  • Massachusetts Vehicle Bill of Sale Requirements
  • Massachusetts Gun Bill of Sale Requirements
  • Free Massachusetts Bill of Sale Templates

Types of Bill of Sale

Vehicle Bill of Sale Form

Massachusetts Vehicle Bill of Sale

Use a Massachusetts vehicle bill of sale form to buy or sell a motor vehicle in Massachusetts. In many states, a bill of sale is required to register a vehicle at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

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Bill of Sale Form Example

Massachusetts General Bill of Sale (Personal Property)

Use a Massachusetts general bill of sale to buy or sell personal property in Massachusetts. This form can be used to transfer ownership of any valuable item between a buyer and seller.

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Massachusetts Boat Bill of Sale

Use a Massachusetts boat bill of sale to transfer ownership of recreational water vehicles (such as motorboats, sailboats, yachts, and jet skis) in the state of Massachusetts.

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Trailer Bill of Sale Form Example

Massachusetts Trailer Bill of Sale

Use a Massachusetts trailer bill of sale to buy or sell a trailer (or any non-motorized vehicle pulled by another vehicle) in the state of Massachusetts and register it at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

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Firearm Bill of Sale Form Example

Massachusetts Firearm Bill of Sale

Use a Massachusetts firearm bill of sale to transfer ownership of a gun (such as a handgun, rifle, or shotgun) in the state of Massachusetts, and avoid legal or criminal issues involving the weapon after it is sold.

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Massachusetts Horse Bill of Sale

Use a Massachusetts horse bill of sale to record the transfer of a horse or pony in the state of Massachusetts. By detailing information about the animal being sold, you can protect yourself from fraudulent sales.

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Massachusetts Bill of Sale Requirements

The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) does not specifically require a bill of sale for vehicles, unless registering a vehicle that is exempt from titling. In that case, a bill of sale and a previous registration are required in order to register the vehicle. A bill of sale is, however, required in order to sell, purchase, or register a vessel.

Language Requirements

Massachusetts does not provide bills of sale or any other forms in other languages, but the RMV does provide interpreters to translate documents and the parties’ answers to questions asked on forms. Any translation must be accompanied by a Translation Certification Format form in order to be considered valid.

Number of Copies

Since a bill of sale is not always required in vehicle sales transactions, only two copies, one for the buyer, and one for the seller should do. However, in-vessel transactions and vehicle transactions where bills of sale are necessary, an extra copy will need to be filed with the Boat, ATV, and Snowmobile Registration Bureau or the RMV.

Massachusetts Vehicle Bill of Sale Requirements

Bills of sale in Massachusetts, while sometimes required, do not have to be notarized. While Massachusetts does provide a form, you can also hand-draft your own, or use a custom vehicle bill of sale template. All bills of sale, however, should contain the following criteria:

  • The names, contact information, and signatures of the buyer and seller
  • The sales price
  • The purchase date
  • The vehicle identification number (VIN)
  • Identifying information regarding the vehicle
  • The make, model, and year of the vehicle

After Purchasing a Vehicle

In addition to a proper bill of sale, there are many other items that you must complete and submit in order to register your vehicle in Massachusetts. Here is a brief list:

Dealership Sales

For buyers:

  • In Massachusetts, the dealer will usually take care of all registration and titling paperwork for you.

Private Sales

For sellers:

  • Fill out the seller-indicated area of the certificate of title, including the odometer reading, and sign and date it. Then pass it to the buyer. All vehicles built after the model year 1980 must have the original title in order to be sold and registered in the state.
  • You may sell a vehicle that is older than the model year 1980 without a title, as long as it was purchased prior to November 26, 1990, and you have a bill of sale and the current registration.
  • You must remove the plates from the vehicle immediately. You may attach those plates to a new vehicle, but you must do so within 7 days of selling the previous vehicle.

For buyers:

  • You must fill out the Application for Registration and Title, or RMV-1 Form. Once you insure your vehicle, your insurance company will have to sign and stamp the form to prove that the vehicle was insured prior to the registration process.
  • You can title and register your vehicle simultaneously in Massachusetts. You will need to appear at your local RMV office in person with the certificate of title, signed by you and the seller, with the price indicated on it. If the price is not written on the title, or the car is too old to require a title, you will need a bill of sale, indicating the price, and the current registration. You must also bring the Application for Registration and Title, or Form RMV-1, already stamped by your insurer, and money to pay the registration and titling fees and sales tax.
  • Sales tax, without a bill of sale or an indicator of the price on the title, is based upon the type of vehicle you are registering and its current market value. However, it is usually assessed at 6.25% of the purchase price. Additional fees include a title transfer fee of $75, and either a registration fee of $25 for transferred registrations, or a registration fee of $60 for new registrations and plates. You will get your new title and plates immediately afterward at the RMV office.
  • You have 10 days to title and register your vehicle unless you are transferring your registration from a prior vehicle. In that case, you will have 7 days from the day you disposed of the previous vehicle.
  • Once your vehicle is registered, it must be inspected for safety and tested for emissions within 7 days, even if the last inspection is still considered valid. Inspection stations are found throughout the state. Inspections will need to be conducted annually once the vehicle is registered.

Massachusetts Gun Bill of Sale Requirements

In Massachusetts, you must have a state permit to carry any firearm, but there is no official registration. Unofficially, firearms must be recorded with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS), and firearm bill of sale information can be submitted electronically online. When submitting your gun bill of sale, make sure you meet the following criteria:

  • The buyers’ and sellers’ names, contact information, and signatures
  • The make, model, caliber, and serial number
  • The purchase price
  • The sales date

Free Massachusetts Bill of Sale Templates

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