Is an Auction Right for Me?

Is an Auction Right for Me?

Not Just Investors, Auctions Can Work for Everyone

Selling your property at auction may sound daunting, but it’s often faster, more secure, and more cost-effective than you think. Whether you’re a landlord, homeowner, or investor, auction could be the perfect route - especially if you want a quick, transparent sale.

Why Choose Auction?

  • Sell for Free
    No estate agency fees. In many cases, the buyer pays the costs.
  • Set a Reserve Price
    Your property won’t sell for less than your agreed minimum.
  • Secure Sale
    Once the hammer falls, the buyer is legally committed. No chains, no gazumping, no fall-throughs.
  • Faster Completion
    Most auction sales complete in just 28 days.
  • National Exposure
    Your property is marketed to a wider audience through online auction platforms.
  • Ideal for a Range of Properties
    From residential and tenanted properties to land, commercial spaces, and renovation projects.

Let’s Get Started

Speak to one of our auction experts today for guidance and advice.
For a, no-obligation consultation call:

0800 859 59 18

or

Step-by-Step: Selling at Auction

Step 1: Book Your Free Valuation

Start by arranging a free, no-obligation auction appraisal. Our experts will assess your property’s condition, market appeal, and likely value.

Step 2: Set a Reserve Price

We agree a minimum price you’re happy with. This ensures your property won't sell for less than you expect.

Step 3: Prepare Your Listing

We’ll take care of marketing, photography, floorplans, and listing your property on major portals and our auction platform.

Step 4: Launch and Market

Your property will be actively promoted to thousands of registered buyers, locally and nationally.

Step 5: Bidding and Sale

Buyers place bids either online or by phone. Once the auction ends, contracts are exchanged immediately.

Step 6: Completion

The buyer pays the deposit on the day and completes the purchase, usually within 28 days.

Can I Really Sell for Free?

Instead of charging the seller, Pattinson collects a reservation fee from the buyer - meaning you keep 100% of the agreed sale price. It’s a cost-effective alternative to traditional selling methods.

  • Yes – You really can sell for free
    With Pattinson Auction, there are no estate agency fees for sellers.
  • No sale, no fee
    If your property doesn’t sell, you don’t pay a penny.
  • Full transparency
    All fees are agreed upfront — no hidden costs or surprises.

How Much Is My Property Worth?

Understanding your property’s value is the first step to a successful auction sale. Our expert valuers will give you a free, no-obligation appraisal based on current market trends and demand.

Let’s Get Started

Speak to one of our auction experts today for guidance and advice.
For a, no-obligation consultation call:

0800 859 59 18

or

Seller FAQs

No. Your property won’t sell unless it reaches the reserve price you set in advance.

Yes, up until bidding begins. However, once the auction is live, it’s a legally binding process.

In most cases, the buyer covers the auction and legal costs. We’ll explain everything clearly before you commit.

Auctions are ideal for tenanted properties, homes needing modernisation, land, probate sales, or properties where a fast sale is needed. Most, if not all properties, can be sold through auction.

No. We sell everything from small plots of land to large family homes, to large commercial portfolios. If you’re unsure, book a free valuation and we’ll advise you.

Yes. You can remain in the property up until completion.

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