Around 18,000–20,000 homes sell by auction each year in the UK, and for good reason. If you need to sell quickly, want certainty, or have a property that would benefit from competitive bidding, auction could be the right route for you.

Achieve the best price. Auctions are competitive by nature. When multiple buyers bid openly against each other, it can drive the final price well beyond expectations — particularly for properties with strong potential or broad appeal.

No seller fees. Unlike a traditional sale where the seller pays the estate agent's fee, our auction model passes that cost to the buyer in the form of a non-refundable reservation fee. That means no fees to pay as a seller — a saving of around £3,000 on a £250,000 property.

Speed and certainty. Once the reserve price is met, the buyer is legally obligated to complete. Exchange effectively happens on the day, with completion typically within 56 days. There's no risk of a sale falling through at the last minute.

A buyer for every property. Whether your property is in pristine condition or needs full renovation, auction attracts a wide pool of motivated buyers — investors, developers, and owner-occupiers — all ready to move quickly with funds in place.

You set the reserve price. Your property will always have a pre-agreed minimum price, kept confidential from bidders. If that figure isn't reached, you're under no obligation to sell.

What about the risk? Auction success rates sit between 75% and 80%, so while most properties sell, there's always a chance yours won't. Factors like pricing, property type, and market timing all play a role. Our team will advise you on setting a realistic reserve and preparing your property to give it the best possible chance on the day.

Auction offers buyers a transparent, level playing field — you can see exactly who you're competing with and what they're bidding. It's a fast-moving process, but a rewarding one when approached correctly.

Before you bid. Register in advance and review the Buyer Information Pack for any property you're interested in. If you're considering multiple lots, register for each one separately. Our auction specialists are available for a pre-viewing call to walk you through the process and answer any questions.

How bidding works. Once the auction is live, you place your bids online. The auction closes when the timer expires — though if a bid is placed in the final two minutes, the timer resets to ensure fair competition. A sale is agreed if the highest bid meets or exceeds the seller's reserve price.

After you win. Winning bidders pay a non-refundable Reservation Fee and sign the Reservation Agreement. From there, our Completions Team will support you through to exchange and completion, which must happen within 56 days.