When And Why The Dealer Will Not Provide The Title - They Don't Have It.

Why would a car dealer sell you a car they don't have the title for? Often, it's because the car was a trade-in with an unpaid lien, or they never got the title from the previous owner but didn't want to lose the sale. Maryland auto fraud lawyer Daniel Whitney, Jr. explains this scheme, what happens when your temp tags expire, and why the dealer suddenly starts ignoring your calls.

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Daniel W. Whitney, Jr., Esq.
Whitney, LLP
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Towson, MD 21204
Phone: 410 583 8000
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Website: https://www.whitneyfirm.com

Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

0:01 - Why Dealers Sell Cars Without a Title
0:38 - Maryland Law on Dealer Titles
1:21 - The Trade-In Title Problem
1:50 - How They Sell Cars With an Unpaid Lien
2:27 - The Temp Tag Nightmare Begins
3:03 - Why the Dealer Starts Ignoring You
3:34 - The Moral of the Story: One Question to Ask
4:12 - Your Legal Rights (Fraud, Consumer Protection)

Q&A's
Q: What should I do if my dealer sold me a car without a title? A: If your temp tags expired and the dealer won't provide a title, you may be stuck. You can file a complaint with the MVA, but they are often very bus and can take over a month to investigate. The most effective option is often to contact a consumer attorney, as a letter from an attorney or a lawsuit often gets a dealer's attention much faster than a complaining customer.

Q: Why is my car dealer ignoring me about my tags and title? A: Dishonest dealers often ignore customers after the sale is complete. Once they have their money, there is no financial incentive for them to deal with the title problem they created, so they simply stop answering your calls.

Q: How can I avoid buying a car without a title? A: Before you buy, ask the dealer one simple question: "Do you have the title in hand right now?". If they give any answer other than "Yes, here it is," you should think twice about buying the car. Excuses like "we're getting a duplicate" or "it's on the way" are major red flags that could lead to a nightmare.

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