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What happens when you pay off a car loan?

I just finished paying off my first-ever car loan, and I’m not sure what’s next. What happens when you pay off a car loan?

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Jack Walsh · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congratulations! Paying off your
car loan
is a significant accomplishment, and you now have full ownership of your vehicle!
Now that the loan has been repaid, there are just a few things you should do:
  • Get your car title back from the lender. Fortunately, this step is easy, and the lender should mail you a clear and free title within a few weeks. However, if you are non-title-holding, meaning you still have possession of the title, you’ll have to submit the appropriate
    lien
    removal documents to the DMV.
  • Notify your
    car insurance
    company that you no longer have a lienholder.
  • Shop around and review the
    types of coverage
    you need.
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