Buying On-Site

There’s nothing quite like a live auction. We strive to make bidding and buying live enjoyable and easy! Here are a few notes for those unfamiliar with bidding live on-site.

Registering to bid:

  • For most sales, buyers are asked to register for bidding numbers at the clerking desk. A valid drivers license is required for registration.

  • For smaller sales, we often use the “name” system. No pre-registration is required. Bidders simply give their names to our recorder after winning a bid.

Bidding

  • Bids are typically placed with an apparent wave of the bidders hand or bidding number, or nod of the head. Our auctioneers pick up on bidding tendencies as we become more familiar with each individuals bidding style.

  • We give every effort as auctioneers to be clear and concise as to what the asking bid is, and where the bid is currently being held.

Absentee Bidding- Rules on absentee bidding have changed quite a bit since the introduction of online bidding. Here are a few notes:

  • There are no absentee bidding options for online-only sales. We recognize this can be an inconvenience to those unfamiliar or unable to bid online. We ask that buyers try and get help placing bids from a trusted family member or friend.

  • Absentee bidding for simulcast or live auctions can be placed by calling one of our auctioneers. We are able to accept offers on items for auction, but cannot guarantee phone availability as the live auction is taking place.

Payment

  • Cash

  • Personal or Business Check- Our preferred method of payment.

  • Credit Card- A 3% premium will be charged on all credit card payments.

  • Wire Transfer- Available for large purchases at buyers request. $30 wire fee applied.

Item Ownership & Removal

  • Buyers retain ownership and responsibility of all items the moment the auctioneer says “sold”. Deutz Auctions cannot be held responsible for lost, stolen, or broken items once they are sold. We will make all attempts to help out if a situation arises. Deutz Auctions has a zero tolerance policy for individuals who attempt to to manipulate goods or break the law and reserve the right to remove offenders from the premises.

  • Removal time for items may vary depending on the type of asset being sold.

    • Personal property and estate auctions- same day removal

    • Equipment and machinery auctions- items must be removed from property no later than 7 days post auction day.