Auction Guides & Resources
Everything you need to buy and sell with confidence at South African auctions — plain-English guides for first-time bidders and established auctioneers alike.
For Buyers
How to Buy at an Online Auction in South Africa
Registering, FICA, bidding, buyer's premium and paying safely — everything a first-time online auction buyer in SA needs.
Read guide →Buyer's Premium & Auction Fees in South Africa, Explained
Hammer price, buyer's premium, VAT, deposits and commission — how the numbers actually add up at a South African auction.
Read guide →How Livestock Auctions Work in South Africa
Sale yards, stud production sales and game auctions — registering, inspecting, paperwork and transport for livestock buyers.
Read guide →Buying Property at Auction in South Africa
Private vs sheriff sales, deposits, guarantees and transfer costs — how to prepare before bidding on a house, farm or building.
Read guide →Buying at a Vehicle Auction in South Africa
Repossessions, fleet and insurance vehicles — write-off codes, inspection, the full cost and what happens after you win.
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