Bid at an auction - the best 10 tips bidding on a house

Ensure all the property & finance checks have been completed.

Myself
Myself
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Visit other auctions so you are very familiar with the process. Even see the same auctioneer in action, for the property you are bidding on.

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Know your purchase price limit & vow to stick to it

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Register with plenty of time & collect a bidders paddle. Remember your ID too.

Real Estate For Sale
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Say hello to the auctioneer, as you want them to like you. Stand in a position where the auctioneer can clearly see you & you can see potential bidders too.

Real Estate Buyers Agents
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PMC Property Buyers
 

Make a bid to brush away the nerves. Use different non-round number bids or, price increases, to slow the pace. Make confident bids - especially when the property is on the market & when near your price limit.

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Watch the body language of other bidders, as they may indicate their price limit

Real Estate Buyers Agents
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PMC Property Buyers
 

Do not be bluffed by the auctioneer counting 1st & 2nd call, as the property wont sell until it passes the reserve. Even ask the Auctioneer.

Real Estate Agents
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Ray White - Freshwater
 

Consider using a buyers agent to bid for you

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PMC Property Buyers
 

You are now ready. All the best!

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