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What will happen after you pay off your car loan?
I only have two months left on my car loan, and having some extra cash every month will be a huge relief. But honestly, I don’t know what happens when I make my last payment. What happens after you pay off your car loan?
Jack Walsh · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
In terms of what happens after you pay off your car loan, you gain full ownership of the car and don’t have to do much except make sure the
lien
has been removed from your title. Also, you should notify your car insurance
company of the change.The process to remove the lien and get your free and clear title varies by state, as well as who holds the title. But it shouldn’t require more than a bit of patience and a possible trip to the DMV.
- If you currently have the title, you likely live in a non-title-holding state and will have to visit the DMV to have the lien removed.
- If the lender currently has the title, you likely live in a title-holding state and should be mailed a free and clear title within a few weeks. Occasionally, the lender may send the old title and a lien release document. In that case, you would need to visit the DMV.
You should notify your insurance company once your title is squared away because your rate will likely be adjusted. If you’d like, you can now drop your
comprehensive
and collision
coverage—although they are wise to keep if you can afford it.If you want to ensure you’re not overpaying for your coverage, use
Jerry
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