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What is an auction?

An auction is defined as a public sale of goods or property which prospective purchasers bid until the highest price is reached.

 
Definitions
 
Auctioneer

The person who conducts an auction, accepting bids for the audience.

Bid Assistant

A licensed auctioneer who assists the bidder.  Calls out bidders' bid and answers questions.

Buyer's Premium

An amount (usually a percentage) that is added to the winning bid to determine the contract selling price the buyer pays for the property being sold.
The use of the buyer's premium is so effective because it benefits both the buyers and the sellers.  Sellers benefit because it helps to defray many of the expenses associated with conducting an auction.  The buyer benefits because without the use of this tool, there may not have been an auction.  The open and competitive bidding process might not exist if the buyer's premium were not used to offset some of the auction related expenses.

Absolute Auction

The property sells to the highest bidder regardless of price.  This typically generates a much greater interest among potential buyers resulting in greater attendance at the auction.

Reserve Auction

The seller establishes a confidential reserve price and has the right to accept or decline the highest bid if it falls below the established reserve.  If the reserve auction method is chosen, it is imperative that the reserve be realistic.

 
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
 
Can anyone attend a Bowman Realty & Associates auction?
Sure! All Bowman auctions are open to the public, but remember the registration and funds requirements in order to be eligible to bid.

Why is this property being sold at auction?
The typical seller in our auctions is a motivated Seller who desires to shorten the time to sell their property by selecting the auction method of selling and "setting" the date on which their property will sell.  Most properties are not foreclosures nor are the owners in bankruptcy.

What is the asking price and what is it appraised for?
The beauty of the auction method of selling is that the buyer gets to bid what they think the property is worth, not what someone else thinks it is worth.  Typically, we do not know the appraised value.  You set your own limit on price.

How do I qualify as a bidder on auction day?
You are required to register upon arrival.  Be prepared to deliver a cashier's check or certified funds in the amount required for each property and to sign a contract to purchase the property that calls for closing within 30 days of the auction.

How may I inspect the properties to be sold?
For all homes and for commercial property, call our office (800-541-5976) for an appointment.  If you desire to have a home inspector look at the home, please feel free to engage one at your own expense.

Are there any minimum bids?
There are never minimum bids.  Properties marked Absolute will be sold regardless of price.  Other properties will be sold subject to seller's confirmation; however, the seller's will be present at the auction and will make an immediate decision on most properties.  Our history is that over the years, over 80% of the bids were accepted the day of the auction.

 

                    

 

H. Glenn McDonald

FIRST REALTY COMPANY

2625 North Main Street, Suite 203

Crossville, TN  38555

Office: 931.484.1005 ~ Toll Free: 800.948.3728

Cell: 931.260.0098 ~ Email: gmcbroker@yahoo.com

TN License Number: 00009356

TN Auction Number: 00001223

 

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