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Everything buyers need to know about purchasing at auction.

• How do I search for items in your auctions?
• How do I collect my won items?
• Can I inspect items before the auction?
• If I win an item, when and how do I pay for it?
• How do I know if an item is authentic or in good condition?
• Can I preview upcoming auction catalogues in advance?
• How do I know if I've won an item?
• Are your auctions in-person, online, or both?
• What happens if two people bid the same amount at the same time?
• Can I retract or cancel a bid if I change my mind?
• How do I get notified about upcoming auctions?
• What is the buyer's premium, and how much is it?
• What types of items do you auction?
• What's the difference between a timed auction and a live auction?
• Do I need to pay a deposit to bid?
• Can someone else collect my item on my behalf?
• Do you provide condition reports for auction items?
• Do you have auctions that specialise in certain types of items (e.g., artwork, jewellery)?
• What if my internet drops out while bidding online?
• How do I register to bid at your auctions?
• What payment methods do you accept?
• What happens if I don't pick up my item on time?
• How does bidding work at Abbeys Auctions?
• Is there a minimum bid or reserve price on items?
• I can't attend the auction. How do I place an absentee or phone bid?
• Are all items sold 'as is,' or do some come with warranties?
• Do you offer delivery or shipping services?
• How do I bid?
• Who can bid at an auction?
• What happens if no one bids?
• General questions about buying at auction
• How does an auction work?