Homes, land, farms, commercial buildings, and investment property all sell at auction. Most sellers aren’t in distress — they simply want a faster, more transparent way to sell than the traditional listing process.

Yes. Auctions put the timeline in the buyer’s hands — you know exactly when the property will sell, and the process is open and competitive rather than negotiated behind closed doors.

Walk the property and pull the public records ahead of time. Know exactly what’s included in the sale. Line up financing or proof of funds in advance, since most auction contracts don’t include a financing contingency. Read every document in the auction package, including the purchase agreement, before auction day.

No — property sells as-is, where-is. It’s on the buyer to inspect and evaluate the property before bidding. We encourage every prospective buyer to walk the property during a scheduled preview rather than relying on photos alone.

Our purchase contract requires the seller to deliver clear, marketable title along with an owner’s title insurance policy for the full purchase price. Closings are handled through a licensed closing attorney or title company, who runs the title search and prepares the transfer documents.

Each auction has its own Terms & Conditions covering the earnest money deposit, closing timeline, and any special conditions of sale. These are published as part of that auction’s Property Information Package, usually available in advance of auction day. Announcements made from the podium on auction day override anything published earlier.

Raise your bidder number, your hand, or call out to get the auctioneer’s attention. Ringmen work the crowd and can relay your bid if you’re not close to the auctioneer. If you’re ever unsure whether you’re the current high bidder, ask — we’d rather confirm than have you miss a chance to bid.

A sale with no reserve — the property goes to the highest bidder regardless of price. This format tends to draw strong turnout and competitive bidding. All published Terms & Conditions still apply.

A bid submitted ahead of time by a pre-qualified buyer who can’t attend in person. Payment arrangements must be made in advance, and availability varies by sale — check with us before auction day.

Property sold with no warranties about its condition or suitability for any particular use. Buyers are responsible for their own inspection before bidding. Placing a bid means accepting the property in its current condition.

The seller keeps the right to accept or reject the final bid, and a minimum acceptable price may or may not be disclosed. The seller isn’t obligated to sell unless that reserve is met.

The seller commits to selling to the highest bidder with no minimum price. Once the first bid is taken, the property can’t be pulled from the sale. Functionally the same as an Absolute Auction.

A percentage added to the winning bid to determine the total purchase price. Any buyer’s premium will be clearly stated in that auction’s Terms & Conditions before bidding opens.

The homework a buyer does before bidding — checking the property’s condition, title, zoning, and anything else that could affect value. Since everything sells as-is, this step is entirely on the buyer.

A sale where several tracts are offered individually, in combinations, or as a whole, giving bidders flexibility to assemble the parcels that make sense for them. The exact structure is spelled out in the Terms & Conditions for that sale.

Scheduled times before the auction when buyers can walk the property. Attendance is strongly encouraged — since everything sells as-is, bidding is treated as acknowledgment that you had the chance to inspect.

A packet we put together on the property being sold — descriptions, available surveys, and the auction terms. It’s for general information only, not a warranty, so buyers should verify anything important on their own.

The step required to become an eligible bidder — typically valid ID and, in some cases, proof of funds. Requirements vary by sale. Registering doesn’t commit you to bid or buy.

The binding rules for a specific auction — payment method, buyer’s premium if any, possession date, reserve status, and closing requirements. Bidding at the auction means you’ve accepted those terms.