Phoenix Auctions: Payment, Pickup & Shipping - Faq's
This article will provide answers to frequently asked questions regarding paying
, picking up and shipping at Phoenix auctions. It will answer questions such as: How much does it cost to participate? How do I know if I won a bid or bids? Do auction houses usually ship my purchases directly to me? What forms of payment are commonly accepted?Q: How much does it cost to participate in Phoenix auctions? / How much is charged to my credit card when I register as an Internet bidder?
A: At most auction houses only the price of the winning bids you place plus sales tax, if applicable and shipping if you choose not to pick your item up directly. There are no fees charged to bidders who are not winning buyers. Many auction houses do not charge Buyers Premiums fees. However the first time you place a bid in any auction your credit card is commonly authorized for $10. The authorization may appear for one to three days (depending on your banking institution) but is not a charge.
Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
A: Most Phoenix auction houses accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover Card. Commonly you may also pay in person on the day of the auction in Cash or Certified Funds.
Q: How do I know if I won a bid or bids?
A: Shortly after the Phoenix auction has ended, you will receive an email from the auction house indicating the items won and the amount charged to your credit card.
Q: Do I have to pay sales tax on Internet Auction items?
A: Yes, unless you are registered with an out of state address and your items are shipped out of the state of Arizona. If you are a valid Arizona reseller, you can submit at tax exemption certificate to the auction house. If you are buying for personal use you will be charged sales tax of 9.3%.
Q: When do I have to pay for my purchases?
A: Most commonly at the end of the auction when all items are sold, your credit card on file will be charged. You may also commonly come to live Phoenix auctions and pay for your purchases prior to the end of the auction however you will need to bring a valid form of payment such as Cash, Cashier's Check or credit card in order to pay for your purchase(s).
Q: May I pick up my purchases from an auction?
A: Yes, most auction houses allow you to pick up your purchases on auction day prior to the close of the auction at the auction location. Most auction houses also allow you to come the first or second business day following the auction and retrieve your purchases at that time.
Q: May I send someone else to pick up my purchases?
A: Most Phoenix auction houses allow this if you have paid in full and signed a third party release for a representative to pick-up your purchases.
Q: Can an auction house ship my purchases directly to me? / How do I know how much shipping will cost?
A: Yes most Phoenix auction houses can ship to you for the cost of shipping and handling plus exact shipping charges. For larger items such as pallet lots or vehicles you will need to arrange for your own shipping of these items at most auction houses.
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