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July 2009

Dear Friend,

Welcome to the second edition of our quarterly e-newsletter, "Dealer Talk".

Increase in Motor Vehicle Registration Fees

This year, the Florida legislative session ended on May 8, 2009 after a one week extension focused on resolving a $6 billion revenue shortfall.  To bridge part of the revenue gap, legislators increased motor vehicle and drivers’ license fees.  Read More >   

Do you want to become an EFS Dealer?

What is EFS you ask?  It stands for Electronic Filing System.  This gives you, the dealer the ability to…Read More >

Do you have questions about Dealership Closures?

Recent news of possible Chrysler and GM dealership closures across the nation is likely to raise concerns among car buyers. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles answers questions that both consumers and dealers may have surrounding potential dealership… Read More >

Do you know which Power of Attorney form to use?

HSMV 82053 is a non-secure power of attorney form and may be used when an individual or entity appointed as the attorney-in-fact will be completing the odometer disclosure statement as the buyer only or the seller only.  This form cannot be used to…  Read More >

Could your business benefit from Advanced Dealer Training?

ADTI Schedule of Florida Vehicle Dealer Licensing Classes...
West Palm Beach classes held: July 29-30; Aug 26-27; Sept 30- Oct 01; Oct 28-29; and Dec 02-03
Location:   Read More >

Sales tax collection from Out-Of-State residents when selling a vehicle

When selling a vehicle to an out-of-state resident the sales tax charged will be at the tax rate of the state in which the client resides.  This rate can range from “0” to over 7%; you must never…  Read More >

Have We Got A Treat For You!

The Palm Beach County Tax Collector’s Office will be offering the benefit of ACH (Automated Clearing House) payments for dealers to process title work and other motor vehicle transactions. Read More >

Friendly Reminders

When submitting transactions be sure to include…  Read More >

Palm Beach County Tax Collector’s Office Holiday Closings

Independence Day - Friday, July 3, 2009
Labor Day – Monday, September 7, 2009

I hope you enjoy our quarterly updates, and please feel free to contact our office with any questions or comments.

Regards,

Anne M. Gannon

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