Drivers are already dealing with high gas prices. But now you’ll be paying more to buy a car in Maryland, too.
State lawmakers approved an increase in what is called the “dealer fee.” That’s a fee that car dealers are allowed to charge for completing paperwork for the new vehicle.
The fee will now go from $100 to $200. And after three years, dealers will be able to charge $300 for the paperwork. The state expects to generate about $6 million a year from the charge.
The fee is not mandatory, and is usually worked into the price of vehicle, meaning you can negotiate the fee amount when buying a car.
