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Michael Collado

Michael Collado

Michael Collado is a car buying expert and has been a professional automotive writer since 2009. He’s written about dealership sales, vehicle reviews and comparisons, and service and maintenance for over 100 national automotive dealerships. Previously, Collado was a copywriter at the ad agency TBWA/Chiat/Day where he worked on brand campaigns for Nissan, ABC Television, Sony PlayStation, and Energizer. His recognition in the ad industry includes awards from Communication Arts and The Clios. Collado has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of South Florida, with a major in Psychology and a minor in Marketing.

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Texas Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Texas [TX] Car Sales Tax (State + Local) Calculator | Fees to Consider

ByMichael Collado January 31, 2025January 31, 2025

If you’re looking to purchase a vehicle in Texas, then you should know current state sales tax on vehicle sales. The state sales tax for cars…

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Maryland Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Maryland Vehicle Sales Tax & Fees [+Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 31, 2025January 31, 2025

Are you ready to buy a car in Maryland? Then you should know that the state sales tax in Maryland is 6%. You’ll also likely want to…

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Massachusetts Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Massachusetts Vehicle Sales Tax & Fees [+Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 31, 2025January 31, 2025

The state sales tax of 6.25% can affect the final purchasing price of your vehicle. Because of this potential expense, you lilely want to know if tax exemptions or…

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Kansas Car Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Kansas Vehicle Sales Tax & Fees [+ Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 31, 2025January 31, 2025

If you’re in the market for a new or used vehicle in Kansas, understanding the financial landscape is key, especially when it comes to state…

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Mississippi Car Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Mississippi Vehicle Sales Tax & Fees [+ Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 31, 2025January 31, 2025

It’s exciting to buy a new (or new for you) car, but it’s also far from cheap. Things like sales tax and other fees are often forgotten about in…

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Kentucky Car Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Kentucky [KY] Vehicle Sales Tax & Fees [+ Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 30, 2025January 30, 2025

Ready to buy a car in the state of Kentucky? Then you should be aware of the 6% sales tax that you will have to…

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Arkansas Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Arkansas [AR] Vehicle Sales Tax & Fees [+ Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 30, 2025January 30, 2025

Before you buy a car in Arkansas, you’ll want to be aware of the state’s 6.5% car sales tax which can impact the purchase price of the…

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Iowa Car Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Car Sales Tax in Iowa (IA) & Fees [+ Tax Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 30, 2025January 30, 2025

Sales tax and other fees are vital to consider when buying a new car. Car sales tax in Iowa is 5% of the vehicle’s purchase price.  Local governments may…

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Indiana Vehicle Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Indiana (IN) Car Sales Tax & Fees [+ Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 30, 2025January 30, 2025

Sales tax and other fees are often forgotten about in the excitement of making a new car purchase. You can expect to pay 7% in…

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Colorado Vehicle Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Colorado (CO) Vehicle Sales Tax & Fees [+ Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 30, 2025January 30, 2025

Are you planning to purchase a new or a used vehicle in the state of Colorado? Make sure you know the rules that govern sales tax…

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Utah Car Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Utah (UT) Car Sales Tax & Fees [+ Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 30, 2025January 30, 2025

Sales tax and other fees are often forgotten about in the excitement of making a new car purchase. But in Utah, you’ll need to be prepared to spend…

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Louisiana Sales Tax
Car Buying & Selling

Louisiana (LA) Vehicle Sales Tax & Fees [+ Calculator]

ByMichael Collado January 30, 2025January 30, 2025

If you’re planning to purchase a vehicle in Louisiana, then you will need to be prepared to pay the state sales tax. The state sales tax…

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