Sell Your Home by Auction?
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- Quick Sell your home in 28 days
- Secure and reliable Legally binding on auction day
- Fair and transparent Sold to the highest bidder
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Costs for selling at auction
Selling your property at auction could be more affordable than you expect.
- Commission comparable to an estate agent Payable only once your property has successfully sold.
- No upfront marketing fees In many cases, unlike some other selling methods.
- Certain costs can be passed to the buyer Reducing your out-of-pocket expenses further.
Frequently asked questions
Trying to decide between an estate agent and auction? Our Auction FAQs give clear, straightforward answers to the questions sellers ask most.
They cover how the auction process works, what to expect at each stage, and whether it is a better fit for your circumstances. A good starting point if you are still weighing up your options.
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Guide to selling a house by auction
Auctions suit most property types, but some perform particularly well. Unmodernised homes, properties needing renovation and those with development potential draw strong interest from investors and developers.
That level of demand, combined with competitive bidding, can push the final price above what an estate agency sale would achieve.
Our how to sell your house at auction guide walks through the seven key stages of the process, so you can see exactly what is involved.
Read the full selling guideBenefits of an auction sale
Transparent, competitive bidding helps you achieve the best possible sale price.
- Multiple buyers competing at once Open bidding often drives the final price up, sometimes well above the reserve.
- No last-minute fall-throughs The sale is legally binding the moment the hammer falls, so buyers cannot pull out.
- A faster, more certain route Less stress than a traditional estate agency sale, with a fixed completion date.
What is a reserve price?
The reserve price is the lowest figure your property can sell for. You agree it with the auctioneer before the auction begins, and your property will not be sold for a penny less.
If bidding does not reach the reserve, the sale simply does not go ahead. There is no cap at the other end, so with several buyers competing your property could achieve far more than expected.
It is the safeguard that keeps you in control of the sale.
How reserve prices workTimescale for selling at auction
Selling at auction is a streamlined process, with a typical timeline of around 8 weeks from your first consultation with the auctioneer to completion.
- 4 or more weeks before auction day Your property is prepared, marketed and promoted to potential buyers.
- Auction day Contracts are exchanged the moment the hammer falls.
- 3 to 4 weeks to completion The buyer is legally committed to finalising the purchase.
Our detailed auction timeline sets out each step, both in the countdown to auction day and in the period after a successful sale. It doubles as a checklist to keep you on track.
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Auction sale tips
Selling at auction is a simple process, but preparation makes all the difference to the price you achieve.
- Set a realistic reserve price Pitched to attract bidders rather than to flatter you.
- Get your legal pack ready early Buyers need to review it before they can bid.
- Make the most of the marketing weeks Interest built before auction day is what drives bidding on it.
Our full collection of practical tips covers each of these in detail, whether you are new to auctions or sharpening your strategy.
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Customer reviews
Every property, and every seller, is different. We take the time to understand your circumstances and tell you honestly whether auction is the right route, or whether it is not.
If it is the right fit, we guide you through the whole process. Either way you get straightforward advice you can make a decision on.
Do not just take our word for it. Our customer reviews speak for themselves.
Read customer reviewsContact our team
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Latest auction news
Market updates, commentary and tips for sellers from our property auction blog.
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13 September 2026
Slowest Property Types to Sell: Why Auction Is Faster
A solicitors' league table ranks the property types slowest to buy and sell. We go through all nine and explain what the auction legal pack changes for each.
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4 August 2026
High Reserve Price Warning: What Have You Really Got to Lose?
Quick sale companies promising higher auction reserve prices than genuine auctioneers. Here is what the seller stands to lose, and how to test the claim.
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Leasehold Reform and Short Lease Flats in 2026
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