Becoming an approved bidder takes three simple steps:

1. Create a BidLots account

2. Confirm your email address

3. Add a valid billing profile

Note: BidLots or the auctioneer reserves the right to revoke bidding privileges if your account is not in good standing or violates our terms and conditions of sale.

A buyer's premium is an additional fee charged to winning bidders, typically ranging from 10% to 20% of the winning bid amount. The specific premium for each auction is clearly displayed on lot listings and paddle registration forms.

Bidding starts at the reserve price and increases by predetermined increments based on the current bid range. These increments are clearly shown on each lot's detail page. All bids (including maximum and single bids) must follow these preset increments to prevent duplicate bids.

Single bid cancellations are at the auctioneer's discretion. For maximum bids:

• You can increase your maximum bid amount

• Decreases require auctioneer approval

• Changes won't be permitted if the lot closes within 24 hours or has significant activity

To request bid changes, use the "Ask a question" button on the lot's detail page

You'll be notified of winning bids in three ways:

• Email notification (or Text notification if enabled)

• Listed on your "Bidding Results" page

• Highlighted message on auction pages when logged in

Shipping options vary based on item size, weight, and location. You'll select shipping preferences during auction registration. The auctioneer will provide specific shipping quotes after auction close. For special shipping requirements, please contact the auctioneer before bidding.

After the auction closes, you'll receive a detailed invoice including shipping costs. Payment options include:

• Credit card (online)

• Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT)

• Bank draft

• International wire transfer

Registered credit cards will be automatically charged for any outstanding balance 5 days after the close of a sale unless alternative payment arrangements have been made.