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How To Write a Bill of Sale<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Jordan Walker, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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To make a legally binding bill of sale, you must follow state laws and include specific information like the buyer\u2019s name, seller\u2019s name, contact information, description of the item, sale price, date of the sale, seller\u2019s signature, and in some cases, the buyer\u2019s signature.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n

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This article explains what a bill of sale is used for and guides you through the process of making your own bill of sale, including a free bill of sale template you can customize and use for your transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n Jump to Free Bill of Sale Form<\/span>\n <\/i>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

What Is a Bill of Sale?<\/b><\/h2>\n

A bill of sale<\/a> is a document that records the sale of an item between one party and another. It serves as a receipt, proving that a transaction has taken place and providing details like:<\/p>\n