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Free Indiana General Bill of Sale

A general Indiana bill of sale is a flexible instrument for transferring ownership of personal property that the state does not separately title — anything from a used tractor or a generator to a mountain bike or a piece of art. Indiana applies its 7% sales tax to retail transactions, but casual one-off private sales between individuals usually fall outside the seller's collection duty. The bill of sale itself is what proves the transfer and protects both parties.

Indiana Requirements: Transfer title within 45 days. 7% sales tax.

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A general bill of sale works for furniture, tools, equipment, or any personal property — but only if written correctly. Our step-by-step guide shows exactly what language to include so the document holds up if there is ever a dispute. Read: How to Write a Bill of Sale (Step-by-Step) →

Indiana General Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
Indiana DOR / BMV
Indiana Department of Revenue (for tax) / Indiana BMV (titled property)
Primary ID Field
Serial Number
Sales Tax
0.07%
Title Required
No
A general bill of sale is used for personal property that is not titled by the state — tools, equipment, electronics, livestock, furniture, collectibles, and similar goods. Titled property (vehicles, ATVs, boats with motors, mobile homes) requires the appropriate state-specific form instead.
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

Indiana's 7% sales tax applies to most retail sales of tangible personal property. Casual private-party sales of used personal property are generally not subject to state sales tax collection by the seller, though the buyer may still owe use tax in some circumstances.

Exemption: Casual sales of personal property between individuals are typically not taxed. Agricultural and manufacturing exemptions are available with Form ST-105. Resale exemptions require a registered retail merchant certificate.

Indiana General Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Describe the item with make, model, serial number, and condition
  2. Include sale price, payment method, and date of sale
  3. State whether the sale is "as-is" or with any specific warranties
  4. Both buyer and seller sign and date the document
  5. Include a clear identification of both parties (name, address)
  6. Keep copies — Indiana courts will rely on the document if disputes arise

Common Pitfalls

  • Using a general bill of sale for property that actually needs a state title (vehicle, ATV, boat with motor)
  • Leaving out the serial number on serialized equipment
  • Forgetting to mark "as-is" — Indiana implies certain warranties under the UCC absent disclaimers
  • Not getting both signatures — a one-sided document is much weaker in court

Pro Tip

Build an Indiana-ready general bill of sale with the right description, "as-is" language, and signature blocks in under two minutes — useful for any non-titled personal property transfer.

Indiana General Bill of Sale — FAQs

When should I use a general bill of sale in Indiana?
Use a general bill of sale for personal property that Indiana does not separately title — tools, equipment, generators, lawn tractors, electronics, furniture, livestock, collectibles, art, and similar goods. For titled property like cars, motorcycles, ATVs, RVs, or boats with motors, you should use the vehicle-specific Indiana form (44237) and go through the BMV instead. The general form is the right tool when there is no state agency that issues ownership papers for the item.
Does Indiana sales tax apply to a private sale of used goods?
Generally no for casual one-off sales. Indiana's 7% sales tax is collected by retail merchants — businesses regularly engaged in selling tangible personal property. A private individual selling their own used lawnmower or used desk to a neighbor is typically not acting as a retailer and has no duty to collect tax. If you sell frequently enough to look like a business, however, you may need to register with the Indiana Department of Revenue and collect tax going forward.
Does an Indiana bill of sale need to be notarized?
No. Indiana does not require notarization for a general bill of sale to be valid. The signatures of both buyer and seller, with a clear description of the property and the sale terms, are enough to create a legally enforceable transfer record. Notarization can add weight in a contested transaction or for high-value items, but it is optional. For titled vehicles, no notarization is required for the title assignment either.
What protects me if the item turns out to be defective?
In Indiana, the wording on the bill of sale controls. A clear "as-is, where-is, with all faults" clause disclaims most implied warranties under the Uniform Commercial Code, leaving the buyer with limited recourse for ordinary defects. Without that language, Indiana law may imply warranties of merchantability that survive the sale. If the seller affirmatively misrepresents the item — claiming a generator works when they know it does not — the buyer may still have a fraud claim regardless of "as-is" language.

Other Indiana Templates

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