Putting your house up for sale during the holiday season may seem like a crazy concept, but it happens more often than you might think. Although it’s not ideal timing, selling at this time of year does offer certain advantages—less competition on the market and a more serious buyer pool to name a few. If… Read more »
Tag: Real Estate Auctions
Common Myths About Real Estate Auctions Debunked
Real estate auctions are becoming more and more popular because they offer good deals on various properties in a consumer-friendly environment. Whether you’re selling real estate or land at auction, you’re bound to have some preconceived notions about the process. Here are some of the most popular misconceptions about real estate auctions debunked! Myth: If… Read more »
3 Ways to Keep Your Emotions in Check When Selling Your Home
Our homes are an extension of who we are. They hold a plethora of memories that we cherish and look back on fondly. When it comes time to move and sell our homes, we can get hit with a wave of conflicting emotions that can be hard to manage. Here are three ways to keep… Read more »
Real Estate Auctions: What to Know
It is becoming more popular for home buyers to look towards real estate auctions for their big purchase. However, before taking on the auction block, there are a few key things to understand in order to achieve success. The different types of real estate auctions Before attending an auction, it’s important to understand what type… Read more »
Bidder’s Choice: What Does it Mean?
Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just a beginner, everyone can agree that the extensive vocabulary you hear at an auction can be a little overwhelming. Between the statement, the hammer and the rhythmic chant, there’s a lot to take in, but it’s “bidder’s choice” that quite possibly could be the most essential term you… Read more »
How to Possibly Get a Bargain at an Auction
If you love shopping for the best deals, then you’re sure to enjoy attending an auction! There are all kinds of great deals to be had, from large properties to small trinkets. So what can you do to find the best bargains? Attend an auction preview Auction previews give you an opportunity to take a… Read more »
Common Auction Mistakes
Advertising on social media In this day and age, you may be tempted to post photos and information about your items on social media ahead of your auction. But this can put the security of your items at risk, as people will be better able to find out where they are located. This can be… Read more »
Auctioneer Terms You’ll Want to Learn
At auctions, you can expect auctioneers talking a mile a minute and buyers waving their paddles in the air. So how are people able to keep up enough to actually make a bid? Knowing common auctioneer terms can be the key to success. Auction chant Known as “the chant,” auctioneers’ fast-talking styles date back to… Read more »
All About Auction Chant
Auctions can be exciting to attend, with the anticipation of who will be the highest bidder and the auctioneer talking a mile a minute. But have you ever wondered why they talk so fast? There’s more to it than you might think! Tradition Known as “the chant,” auctioneers’ fast-talking styles date back to the 1920s…. Read more »
Do You Know the History of Auctions?
Did you know that auctions have been around for over 2,000 years? The practice of people gathering in groups and bidding to purchase different objects, whether it’s land, jewelry or homes, has been a part of our history for many generations. Ancient Greek records show evidence of auctions taking place as long ago as 500… Read more »
