1.     Buyers usually pay all sales commissions through a bidders premium.

2.     Quick disposal reduces long-term carrying costs, including taxes and maintenance.

3.     Buyers come prepared to buy!

4.     Assurance that property will be sold at true market value.

5.     Creates competition among Buyers.  Auction price can exceed the price of a negotiated sale.

6.     Seller knows exactly when property will be under contract.

7.     Seller has option to offer property "with reserve" price or as an "absolute" auction.

8.     Takes the Seller out of the negotiation process.

9.     Eliminates numerous and unscheduled showings.

10.  Quickly brings Buyers to moment of decision.