Buying at Auction

Advantages of Buying at Auction

You Set Your Own Price and Establish a Value.
You are in control at an auction. You decide when to bid and how much to bid how high or low you want to go.

Certainty of Knowing What You're Getting.
Linkous Auctioneers deal’s with a wide range of merchandise. We are educated professionals who know value and price. We have two auctioneers with certifications in personal property and estate appraisals.

Opportunity for Good Value.
With the wide array of items up for bid, there's always an opportunity to get a good deal. Sometimes it's a matter of just wearing down those other bidders.

Fun and Excitement.
There's no doubt that an auction is entertainment at its finest. Crowds of people competing for unique property, combined with that lively and rhythmic auction chant make for some great entertainment and fun. It's an event the whole family can enjoy.

Honesty of the Transaction.
Auctions are very organized and the rules are straightforward. Auctioneers who are members of the National Auctioneers Association, as we are, are bound by a code of ethics that protects consumers against unfair auction practices.

When Attending an Auction

• Show Up Early.
  Arriving early will give you time to preview the merchandise or items being sold. You can see the items close up and start planning for which items you will make bids on. Most of the time this is two hours before the auction.
  
  
• Make Sure You Register.
  Anyone who bids must have a bidder number and this can only be secured through registering before or during the auction.
  
  
• Be Prepared to Bid.
  Bidding is simple. But if you're doing it for the first time, it can be intimidating. Here are some general guidelines:
1. Make sure you clearly understand the terms and conditions of the auction before making a bid
2. Listen closely to the auctioneer. The auctioneer will determine the increments of bidding. If you are having a bit of trouble understanding the auction chant, plan to listen for a few minutes and get a feel for it before you jump in and begin bidding.
3. Be sure you make eye contact with the auctioneer when you bid.
4. The process is fast so if you wish to bid, quickly raise your hand or shout out loud.

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