To the rep from Hudson and Marshall: To the rep from Hudson and Marshall: The things you named as "standard auction practice" might indeed be common practice in auctions. That doesn't mean the practices make any real sense, or make for a good consumer experience, which is what the reviewers here are rating you on. Ex: Why start an auction at a price below what is acceptable to the seller, i.e. below the reserve? Be honest about it and start it at the reserve price! Doing otherwise makes a customer feel duped. Any talk of this " helping to make a deal" is just nonsense, and smart consumers see it as an attempt to create excitement over an illusion.

Mandy answered several questions I had… Mandy answered several questions I had very promptly; however, I wanted her to extend to the Seller my availability and willingness to negotiate but that was never done. (The trailer had been bid on twice unsuccessfully because the Reserve was not met. The trailer had been destroyed and I imagine the Seller does not know its condition.) Also, I was told it would be auctioned again July 16 but it is not showing up on the site. I don't know if it was sold "behind the scenes" or if Seller went to another auction company. I wish the Chat People had more information than just the standardized responses....

All in all, an interesting and positive experience. This being my first time using an auction site, what do I know? But, it was easy to register, access information, and follow the bidding. I missed the end of the bidding, and was curious, as to final bid. So, I reached out, and received a prompt response, explaining that the seller was yet to review offers, and come to a decision regarding sale. All in all, a positive experience for me.

Viewings on Vacant Properties with Licensed Agents Amanda answered. How do you expect to sell these properties if they cannot be accessed for showings even though they are vacant? Sight unseen bidding is lower to anticipate repairs by investors, who buy these homes. Buyers assume the property is a total gut if they cannot be given access with their licensed real estate agent to evaluate. Work together with agents to get higher bids by allowing showings when properties are vacant. Agents are in the middle and most walk away because of the issues.

Awesome!! Website is very user-friendly I had no problem creating account, browsing properties, and reviewing inspection and property reports. I was surprised how easy and smooth it was. I asked 2 questions a couple hours apart. Answers came immediately, within a minute or 2 at most. I don't compliment websites easily and customer service even less but I had to today & both get 5 stars. Amanda not only answered at lightening speed, she included a PDF cheat sheet to walk me through the entire auction process. I didn't expect it, but I now have confidence to actually go to the auction. I call that exceeding expectations. Thank you!!