Bonded Titles

How to Title a Motorcycle With A Missing Title: Should You Even Try?

How to Title a Motorcycle With A Missing Title: Should You Even Try?

Titling a motorcycle without a title can be a nightmare, but it’s not impossible. With Vermont's out-of-state vehicle registration loophole closed, a lot of riders think their options are limited. Not so. With Dirt Legal's bonded title service in Montana, you can still recover your motorcycle's title and get it street legal. From obtaining a notarized bill of sale to securing a surety bond and VIN inspection, there are steps you can take to ensure you're the rightful owner of your bike. While buying a bike without a title requires caution, Dirt Legal is here to guide you through the process and help you avoid common pitfalls.

How To Understand the Importance of Proper Vessel Title Documentation

How To Understand the Importance of Proper Vessel Title Documentation

You know the importance of titles for cars, trucks, trailers, and RVs. But did you know that boats and vessels need titles, too? And if you don't have one, you can't register your boat or vessel to legally operate. Not only is this a killjoy, but it will also significantly lower the resale value of your boat. But don't worry, Dirt Legal can help.

How to Title a Boat (and Why You Should Do It in Montana)

How to Title a Boat (and Why You Should Do It in Montana)

You might not be thinking about it, but motorboats almost always require a title, just like a car or truck. If you've got a boat the needs a title but it's missing or you never had one, you might be getting worried. Don't. Dirt Legal's boat title recovery service will get you back on the water.

What Can You Do About a Lost Boat Title?

What Can You Do About a Lost Boat Title?

Losing a boat title can be stressful, but Dirt Legal is here to help. A title is essential for proving ownership, and without it, registering or selling your boat can be a hassle. While some boats may not require a title, others do, depending on state regulations. If your boat title is lost, you can seek a replacement through your state, or if necessary, pursue a bonded title.

Dirt Legal specializes in helping boat owners recover lost titles through a simple process, including a Hull Identification Number (HIN) inspection and required documentation. With their guidance, you can get a clean, bonded title and secure legal ownership of your boat.

The Vermont Loophole has officially closed, but the game is unchanged

The Vermont Loophole has officially closed, but the game is unchanged

Don’t panic, car enthusiasts and drivers of the world. Dirt bikers, military vehicle enthusiasts, even RVers and van lifers can all celebrate Montana for the same beautiful freedoms Vermont once offered to the world. We hear there’s more space for all of us there, too.

You Can Still Register a Barn Find With a Lost or Missing Title

You Can Still Register a Barn Find With a Lost or Missing Title

Barn finds can make a great project vehicle! They are rich in history, and if kept in an actual barn, they are often in good shape. But finding the title can be a different matter. Don’t let a missing title hold you up; check out how Dirt Legal will get you a title fast!

Vehicle Surety Bonds 101: How They Work and All the Risks

Vehicle Surety Bonds 101: How They Work and All the Risks

While some surety bonds are based on your credit, a lost title surety bond is based strictly on the value of your vehicle. Most states require your bond value to be 1.5 to 2 times the vehicle’s value as determined by the DMV. You will only be required to pay this if someone else makes a successful claim against your bond.

Bonded Car Titles: What Are They? Is This the Right Option?

Bonded Car Titles: What Are They? Is This the Right Option?

Technically, a bonded title is considered to be a provisional document. Some states allow the bonded title to be challenged up to several years after the issue date, so if there is any chance you don’t own the vehicle outright, you need to know how long that window is in your state.

Car Titles 101: History, Types, Statuses, and Brands

Car Titles 101: History, Types, Statuses, and Brands

Learn all about the types of car titles, title statuses, and title brands in this comprehensive guide to car titles.

Here's How to Tell if a Vehicle Is Stolen or Has Liens

Here's How to Tell if a Vehicle Is Stolen or Has Liens

A little caution goes a long way. Here’s how to tell if that shiny new car is stolen or belongs to the bank.