Choosing an auctioneer for a residential sale

Track record

Ask for comparable lots sold in your postcode band within the last year. Glossy brochures mean less than sold evidence.

Marketing footprint

Portals, mailing lists, and investor databases vary. If your likely buyer is niche, confirm the auctioneer actually reaches that audience.

Contract terms

Check tie-in periods, withdrawal fees, and what happens if probate is delayed. Negotiate awkward clauses before you commit, not mid-marketing.