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You are here: Home / Blog / Do’s and Don’ts of Online Auctions

Do’s and Don’ts of Online Auctions

Participating in online auctions can be an exciting experience. As online auctions progress, several bidders compete for the items they want. While bidding can get quite high, most bidders find they pay well below retail value for the items they win. Although there’s no sure-fire way to ensure you win an online auction, there are a few things you can do to increase your chance of success.

Register Early

Online auctions typically last for several days. Register to bid early and enable email notifications. This allows the system to provide you with alerts when new auctions start, when auctions are closing, and when you’ve been outbid.

Utilize the Maximum Bid Option

Online auction platforms allow you to enter a one-time bid or a maximum bid. When you enter a one-time bid, you need to return to the auction frequently to increase your bid. When you enter a maximum bid, you allow the system to bid on your behalf up until the amount you enter. This not only saves time; it increases your chance of winning an item. Entering a one-time bid increases the likelihood that you’ll miss your chance to increase your bid at the end of the auction.

Don’t Wait Until the Last Second to Place Your Bid

Many people assume they’ll win an item if they wait to place their bid in the last second of the auction. Unfortunately, this strategy can cost you the auction if your bid doesn’t go through in time. It’s a much better idea to place a maximum bid early in the auction and watch it closely as it ends.

Lots of Auctions utilizes a popcorn bidding system. The closing time of each auction gets extended when someone bids in the last few minutes of the auction. This type of system ensures everyone gets a fair chance to win their item.

Conclusion

Shopping through online auction is a convenient and fun way to get the things you want and need for less. With a little knowledge and experience, you can improve your chance of winning the items you want.

 

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