Terms and Conditions of Sale
These Terms and Conditions apply to all users of Auction Cash and to all buyers and sellers participating in auctions conducted by Auction Cash.
All online bidding is conducted through the Easy Live Auction platform.
By registering to bid, placing a bid, consigning goods, or participating in an auction you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and by the terms of the Easy Live Auction platform.
Auction Cash reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. The current version will always be available on the website.
Definitions
Auction Cash refers to the business operating the auction.
The Auctioneer refers to the person conducting the auction on behalf of Auction Cash.
The Buyer refers to the person placing bids and purchasing goods at auction.
The Vendor or Seller refers to the person or business consigning goods for sale.
A Lot refers to any individual item or group of items offered for sale.
The Hammer Price refers to the final price accepted by the auctioneer when bidding closes.
Online Bidding
All auctions are conducted online through the Easy Live Auction platform.
Bidders must register with Easy Live Auction in order to participate.
By placing a bid through Easy Live Auction the bidder enters into a legally binding agreement to purchase the lot if they are the successful bidder.
The highest bid accepted by the auctioneer will be the buyer.
In the event of a dispute the auctioneer has the right to settle the matter or reoffer the lot.
The auctioneer has the right to refuse any bid, withdraw any lot, divide lots, combine lots, or regulate bidding as necessary.
The auctioneer’s decision is final.
Buyer’s Premium
A buyer’s premium of 20 percent is charged on the hammer price of all successful bids.
Where bidding takes place through Easy Live Auction additional platform charges may apply depending on the bidder’s Easy Live Auction account settings or subscription options.
The buyer is responsible for any Easy Live Auction platform fees.
Payment
Successful bidders must complete payment within the timeframe stated on the invoice.
The purchase price consists of the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium and any applicable Easy Live Auction platform fees.
Payment instructions will be provided following the auction.
Auction Cash reserves the right to cancel the sale or suspend the buyer’s account if payment is not received within the required time.
Ownership of goods will not pass to the buyer until payment has been received in full.
Risk for the lot passes to the buyer at the fall of the hammer.
Delivery and Fulfilment
Auction Cash operates as an online auction platform working with selected specialist vendors and fulfilment partners across a range of product categories, including antiques, jewellery, collectables, and general merchandise.
As part of this operating model, collection of lots is not normally available unless specifically stated within the individual lot description.
Please allow reasonable time for dispatch and courier delivery following payment. Estimated dispatch and delivery guidance is provided within the Shipping Policy and individual auction details.
Shipping charges remain the responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise stated.
Items are dispatched using Royal Mail or courier services where appropriate. Buyers may arrange their own courier service where agreed in advance.
Once goods have been dispatched and handed to Royal Mail or the courier service, delivery is at the buyer’s risk. Auction Cash cannot accept responsibility for courier delays, failed delivery attempts, loss, or damage occurring during transit.
Condition of Goods
All lots are sold as seen.
Descriptions, photographs, and condition reports are provided as a guide only.
Buyers must satisfy themselves as to the condition, authenticity, and suitability of any item before bidding.
Neither the seller nor the auctioneer guarantees the accuracy of statements relating to authorship, origin, date, age, attribution, genuineness, provenance, or condition.
Neither the seller nor the auctioneer accepts responsibility for faults, defects, or imperfections in any lot.
Viewing
Where viewing is available buyers are encouraged to inspect items before bidding.
Condition reports may be provided where possible but these are opinions only and should not be treated as guarantees.
Vendor Terms
Vendors consigning goods for sale agree that Auction Cash may photograph, catalogue, advertise, and sell their items.
Auction Cash reserves the right to determine how items are grouped into lots and presented in the auction.
Vendor commission and charges will be agreed before goods are accepted for sale.
Vendor payments will normally be made once the auction has completed and buyer payments have cleared.
Liability
Auction Cash accepts no responsibility for loss, damage, or injury occurring on the premises unless caused by proven negligence.
Auction Cash is not responsible for technical interruptions affecting online bidding on the Easy Live Auction platform.
Where liability is established it will not exceed the hammer price of the lot concerned.
Website and Platform Use
Users must provide accurate information when registering for auctions.
Users must not attempt to interfere with the auction process or manipulate bidding activity.
Auction Cash reserves the right to suspend accounts that breach these rules.
Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Any disputes arising in connection with these Terms and Conditions will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
Contact
Auction Cash
Website
https://www.auctioncash.co.uk
Email
info@auctioncash.co.uk
