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Government auctions are where items that various government agencies have seized are sold, often at excellent prices. With a little knowledge, you can save some money with government auctions. Here is some basic information and tips to help you make the most of government auctions.
What items are for sale at government auctions?
Usually, big ticket items, such as vehicles, houses, land, boats, airplanes, computers, etc.
Where have the items come from?
Usually, the items have been seized by a government agency. Items might be seized in a raid, repossessed due to unpaid taxes, etc. Agencies that seize and sell items include the FBI, IRS, police departments, DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration), etc.
How are items sold?
Depending on the auction, items may be sold at an internet auction, at a fixed price, or at a conventional auction.
How can I find out about items for sale? There are many ways to find out about items for sale. Searching the internet will provide you many websites that list government auctions. Some of the sites require a paid membership, others are free.
Tips for buying at government auctions
Look carefully at items you wish to bid on or purchase. Items are almost always sold as is, meaning that if it does not work as you expected it to, or other problem, arise, you cannot return the item.
If there is a preview for the auction you plan to attend, take advantage of it. In some cases, the items will not be available for review during the auction, so it is advisable to attend the auction preview to look at items you are interested in.
What other auctions can I attend to save money?
You may also want to check out foreclosed property auctions. Items at these auctions have been seized by a bank due to non payment of the loan on the item.
Date: 12/7/2006
Make Your Dreams Come True with Government Auctions
Consumers can take advantage of government auctions in order to receive homes, automobiles, boats and other merchandise at extremely low costs. The items sold at government auctions are typically from one of several categories: surplus merchandise seized and repossessed merchandise. Sometimes properties and automobiles that were abandoned can also be found at government auctions.
There are a wide range of items that you might find to purchase through government auctions including but not limited to: houses, motorcycles, cars, trucks, other automobiles, boats, land and computers. You can often buy these items for up to 50-75% (and often more) off their original value! Government auctions are certainly a great way to find something you need or want at an unbeatable price.
Owning a newer car, a beautiful home, a large boat and other items can become even more of a reality when shopping government auctions. The government often auctions off late model government cars and other valuable products for the public. They also sell items from foreclosures to the public at a fraction of their value. There comes a point when it is no longer worth trying to recoup much of the value and therefore these items are sold at extremely reduced rates.
Imagine buying a car or truck that is in excellent shape and only 4 or five years old for less than $2000! With government auctions this is often possible. You may be able to find a late model automobile for only a couple hundred dollars even. Some actions start out at $100. What if you could buy you dream home for as little as $10,000? Many real estate auctions have a starting price (before bidding) of just $10,000. You can literally save tens of thousands of dollars on a home of your dreams. Purchase large boats at incredible prices. Other items are often available through public auctions including but not limited to: laptops, desktop computer, digital cameras, camcorders, jewelry, watches and furniture. Almost anything you could be looking for can be found for on heard of rates when taking part in government auctions.
Many government auctions can no be accessed online. You can also find listings of auctions in your area. Make your dreams come true! Visit a local government auction.
Date: 22/8/2006
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