Do’s and Don’ts:
DO:
◆ Come early and preview all items, this will give you a chance to familiarize yourself with what is offered for sale.
◆ Make sure you have a catalog and make notes about any potential items you want to bid on.
◆ Determine the maximum you are willing to pay for an item before the bidding starts.
◆ Get close to the auctioneer and make eye contact.
◆ Make sure the auctioneer understands your cues.
◆ Speak loud and clearly.
◆ Present your bidder card number to the auctioneer when you are the successful bidder.
◆ Remain cool. If the bidding goes beyond the maximum amount you anticipated to pay, stop bidding, and wait for the next lot of interest.
◆ Remember, you're buying properties "as - is" and all sales are final.
◆ Remember that your will be paying a 5% buyers premium and local tax will be added to the final amount of your purchase.
◆ Ask questions.
◆ Secure your items when the auctioneer says “Sold” and records you bidder number.
◆ HAVE FUN!!!
DON’T
◆ Talk to the clerk. Please limit your conversations near the auctioneer.
◆ Interrupt the auctioneer or the auction process when there is active bidding.
◆ Move items from one location or box lot to another.
◆ Don’t forget to check your receipt to determine if you have all your purchases with you when you depart.
Come Enjoy an Auction!