Explore Auctions: Buying and Selling at Auction

Property auctions offer fantastic opportunities to secure great deals and achieve quicker sales, and our expert guidance makes the process straightforward and rewarding. You'll find everything you need to succeed, from choosing the right auction type to mastering online bidding, with trusted advice covering every step of your journey. Explore Auctions is here to help.

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Auction House Commissions

Auction houses charge commissions to both buyers and sellers on each sale, with rates ranging from 8% to 20% plus VAT.

Consumer Law and Auction Goods

Your consumer rights at auctions depend on whether you attend in person or buy online, and the type of goods you're purchasing.

How eBay Operates

eBay lets you buy and sell items through auctions worldwide, charging sellers fees to list items and take a cut of sales.

The Legal Implications of Buying at Auction

Understanding the legal issues you need to know about before buying property or anything else at auction.

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Five Things to Beware of With TV Auctions

TV auction channels use high-pressure tactics and inflated prices to make you bid on things you don't actually need.

How to Organise Your Own Charity Auction

A step-by-step guide to planning and running a charity auction that raises real money for your cause.

Dos and Don'ts for Charity Auctions

How to bid smart at charity auctions and avoid overspending while supporting a good cause.

I Made a Fortune Selling on Online Auctions: Case Study

One woman turned her cluttered wardrobe into serious cash selling clothes on eBay, and you can too.

TV Auction Channels: How Do They Work?

See how TV auction channels work, from bidding and pricing to what actually costs extra when you buy.

I Was Scammed Buying Tickets on Ebay: Case Study

A woman shares how she lost money buying concert tickets on eBay and what went wrong in the transaction.

When Charity Auctions Go Wrong

Charity auctions need careful planning to avoid common pitfalls and actually raise the money you're counting on.

How Charity Auctions Work?

Charity auctions come in two main types, live and silent, each with different advantages depending on your crowd size, available items and budget.

Buying a Holiday Home from a Property Auction: A Case Study

How one couple bought a Spanish holiday home at auction after downsizing their UK property.

How to Research a Property Properly

Steps to take before bidding at a property auction so you avoid costly mistakes and find the right home.

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