State Sales Tax Credit & Disclosure Rules
Under the federal Truth in Lending Act (TILA), dealerships must disclose rolled-over negative equity on line item 1 of your buyer's order as a separate itemized charge.
| State Grouping | Trade-In Sales Tax Credit Rule | Negative Equity Tax Policy |
|---|---|---|
| 42 Full Credit States (e.g. TX, FL, NY, OH) | Full sales tax credit on trade-in market value. | Rollover shortfall is NOT tax deductible. |
| Capped Credit States (e.g. MI, IL) | Tax credit capped at state dollar limits ($10k max). | Rollover shortfall taxed as cash. |
| No Trade Credit States (e.g. CA, VA, DC) | Zero sales tax credit on trade-in vehicles. | Full new vehicle price taxed upfront. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, provided the total loan amount complies with lender LTV limits and itemized Truth in Lending disclosures.
Sales tax credits apply to trade-in market value. Negative equity shortfalls added to loans do not lower tax.