Selling AND Buying
at Auction

At Harcourts Milestone Advisors, we specialize in both traditional real estate and auctions, so you have options on how to sell your property. Harcourts Auctions are non-distressed properties, ranging from everyday to luxury homes to investment properties, designed to offer outstanding outcomes whether you are a seller or a buyer.

Benefits of Selling through Auction

If you’re not sure whether an auction is the best way to sell your home, investment or commercial property, Harcourts Milestone Advisors are here to offer insights to help you decide. See a list of key benefits below.

Ensuring the Highest Value

Properties are sold on an “as is” basis, so all inspections, reports and disclosures are completed up front. The purchase agreement signed at auction is exclusive of contingencies.

Built-In Marketing

Auction raises awareness of your property through print and digital marketing and property signage. Plus, the word ‘auction’ attracts a wider net of buyers while creating a sense of urgency.

Value Over Price

Auctions focus buyers on property value, not price. We only get paid when we sell your property at an amount that is in line with your expectations.

Your Timeline, Our Process

The auction process allows you to set your own date and a timeline. No waiting around, guessing when your property will sell or not sell.

Paperwork Completed Prior to Auction

Clean, simple contracts with all buyer due diligence are completed before auction day.

Perception of Greater Demand

Auctions show a limited number of open houses to create a perception of greater demand.

You Call the Shots

Conducting auctions with reserve prices allows you to set the minimum price and there is no obligation to sell if bidding falls short. You can also accept any offer before auction day.

Learn What Buyers Will Pay

Even if an auction doesn’t sell, you learn what buyers will pay without damaging your property's reputation because no list price is advertised. We work until it's sold.

Always in the Loop

Buyers who bid at auction are doing so on an “as is” sale not subject to any contingencies. Because of this, bidders may find that they have less competition than if they seek to purchase via the traditional method. Some buyers are not prepared to complete their due diligence or are unable to purchase without the inclusion of a finance contingency.

Level Playing Field

At auction, you see all interested parties. No secrets, surprises or stress.

Benefits of Buying through Auction

When you’re ready to buy, the process can’t go fast enough. Purchasing property through a Harcourts Auction gives you a deadline for the sale date, so you know when a buyer will be chosen. Other benefits of buying through an auction are listed  below.

Upfront Inspections

Properties are sold on an “as is” basis, so all inspections, reports and disclosures are completed up front. The purchase agreement signed at auction is exclusive of contingencies.

Defined Timeframe

Before the property goes live, we discuss your bidding start amount, deposit amount and property close time.

Transparent Bidding Environment

All bids are shown in real time and you don’t have to bid more if it passes what you’re willing to pay.

Pre-Auction Insight

Seller completes comprehensive property information in advance.