Buyer’s Premium & Payment Terms

A Buyer’s Premium will be added to all winning bids to determine the final purchase price. Buyer Premium amounts vary and will be listed in each item’s description.

Unless prior arrangements have been made, the credit card on file with HiBid will be automatically charged at the conclusion of the auction. Alternative payment methods, including cash, wire transfer, cashier’s check, or money order, may be accepted only if approved prior to the close of the auction.

Invoices exceeding $500 and paid by credit card require buyer verification. Buyers must email a copy of their driver’s license along with written authorization to process the credit card before payment can be completed. Invoices exceeding $1,500 must be paid by wire transfer, and credit cards will not be accepted for balances above that amount.

A 3% processing fee applies to all credit card transactions. A $25 wire transfer fee applies to all wire payments.

All invoices must be paid in full before items may be removed and no later than the payment deadline stated in the auction advertisement. A $25 no-show fee may be assessed if payment is not received by the pickup deadline. All sales are final, with no refunds, returns, or exchanges.

Auctioneer’s Rights & Discretion

Harris Real Estate & Auction reserves the right to add, delete, edit, combine, subdivide, or re-catalog lots at any time before the auction closes.

The auctioneer may modify auction dates, times, or other details in the event of technical difficulties, weather conditions, or emergencies.

The auctioneer reserves the right to accept or reject any bid for any reason. Harris Real Estate & Auction employees and associates may bid for themselves or on behalf of absentee or proxy bidders.

All accepted bids constitute a legally binding contract between the bidder and the seller. Unless specifically advertised as an absolute auction, all lots are sold subject to seller confirmation.

Pickup, Loading & Removal

All purchased items must be paid in full before pickup. Buyers are required to remove items during the date and time specified in the auction details.

Buyers are solely responsible for rigging, loading, dismantling, securing, transporting, and unloading their purchases. Harris Real Estate & Auction does not provide labor or equipment for loading and assumes no liability for injuries, damages, or losses occurring during removal.

Buyers must verify that all purchased items are present before leaving the pickup location. Any items left behind will be considered abandoned and forfeited without refund.

Shipping

Shipping may be available only when specifically stated within the lot description.

When shipping is offered, the buyer’s registered HiBid credit card will be charged for shipping costs, insurance, and a $6.99 handling fee.

Harris Real Estate & Auction is not responsible for packages that are lost, damaged, or missing once they have been placed in transit. Buyers are responsible for filing any insurance claims directly with the shipping carrier.

It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure that the shipping address listed on their HiBid account is accurate and current before the auction closes.

Sales Tax & Exemption

Applicable sales tax will be collected unless a valid exemption form has been provided.

To claim a sales tax exemption, bidders must email a completed exemption certificate to online@harrisauctions.com prior to the auction closing. A separate exemption form must be submitted for each auction event.

Property Condition & Inspection

All items are sold “AS IS, WHERE IS,” with no warranties or guarantees, either expressed or implied.

Descriptions and photographs are provided in good faith; however, Harris Real Estate & Auction makes no representations or warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or condition.

It is the bidder’s responsibility to inspect items in person or carefully review all photos and descriptions prior to bidding. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges satisfaction with the item’s condition and accepts the item in its present state.

Bidding Process & Auction Closing

All bidders must be at least 18 years of age and maintain an active HiBid account with a valid credit card.

Any bid placed within two minutes of a lot’s scheduled closing time will automatically extend bidding on that lot by an additional two minutes to ensure fair competition among bidders.

While bidders may receive outbid notifications by email, Harris Real Estate & Auction is not responsible for delays or failures in email delivery.

Bidders are encouraged to monitor the auction closing or place maximum bids to ensure participation. Bid increments are established automatically by the auction software.

Default & Collection

If purchases are not paid for and removed by the specified deadline, the bidder will be considered in default.

Defaulting bidders may be prohibited from participating in future auctions, and unpaid items may be offered to the next highest bidder.

The bidder agrees to pay all reasonable attorney fees, collection costs, and expenses incurred in the enforcement of payment obligations.

By bidding, the bidder personally guarantees payment and performance, even when bidding on behalf of a business, organization, or other entity.

Liability Limitation

Harris Real Estate & Auction’s total liability shall be limited to the return of funds paid for items that are not delivered at pickup.

Harris Real Estate & Auction and its staff shall not be liable for any consequential, incidental, special, or indirect damages arising from the auction or its operation.

Bidder Responsibilities & Conduct

Bidders are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their username, password, and all activity conducted under their account.

Offensive or inappropriate usernames may be altered or removed at the auctioneer’s discretion.

Bidders agree to comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws governing their participation.

By registering and bidding, bidders authorize Harris Real Estate & Auction to charge their registered credit card for purchases and applicable fees.

Bidders waive their right to a jury trial and agree that any disputes shall be resolved before a judge in a court of competent jurisdiction.

Acknowledgment

By registering, bidding, or attending any Harris Real Estate & Auction event, participants acknowledge that they have read, understand, and agree to be bound by all Terms & Conditions stated herein.