In a transaction involving a mobilehome trade-in, who is responsible for obtaining consent from the legal owner?

In a transaction involving a mobilehome trade-in, the dealer is responsible for obtaining consent from the legal owner. This is crucial because the legal owner holds the title to the mobilehome and any trade-in must be done with their explicit permission. The dealer facilitates this process by ensuring that all necessary documentation and agreements are in place to comply with legal requirements.

When a mobilehome is traded in, the dealer typically manages the paperwork involved and ensures that the legal owner is notified and agrees to the terms of the trade-in. This role is essential in maintaining proper title transfer processes and protecting all parties’ rights involved in the transaction.

Other parties involved, such as the purchaser or the buyer's bank, may have responsibilities regarding the financial aspects of the deal but do not have the authority or obligation to secure consent from the legal owner of the mobilehome. Likewise, escrow agents facilitate the transaction but are not specifically tasked with obtaining owner consent for trade-ins. Therefore, it falls squarely on the dealer to handle this aspect of the transaction effectively.