Frequently Asked Questions

We conduct online, live, and simulcast auctions for real estate, estate liquidations, heavy equipment, farm equipment, business assets, government surplus, bank-owned assets, firearms (as a licensed FFL dealer), vehicles, trailers, antiques, collectibles, and personal property.

An auction creates a competitive marketplace where qualified buyers compete openly for your assets. Auctions also provide a defined timeline, extensive marketing exposure, and a transparent sales process; if it sounds like these benefits fit your needs, auction may be the route for you.

Almost anything of value can be sold, including:

• Residential real estate
• Commercial real estate
• Land and farms
• Heavy equipment
• Farm equipment
• Vehicles
• Firearms
• Estate contents
• Business assets
• Antiques
• Collectibles
• Jewelry
• Machinery
• Office equipment

No, we specialize in real estate auctions, estates, businesses, equipment, vehicles, firearms, government surplus, bank assets, and personal property.

We offer live, online, and simulcast (live and online) auctions. However, most of our auctions take place online on our website, www.lcaauctions.com where you can register and bid. We conduct auctions both from our warehouse, and also sometimes from the seller’s site, depending on the nature of the auction. Be sure to check the auction information so you know where to preview and pickup.

Whether your downsizing, retiring, handling an estate of a loved one, condensing a business, ridding of obsolete equipment, etc, auctions are an excellent option for sellers who want a defined timeline, broad market exposure, competitive bidding, or need to liquidate assets efficiently. Every situation is different, and we’ll help determine the best strategy for your goals.

A reserve auction allows the seller to establish a minimum acceptable selling price. An absolute auction sells to the highest bidder regardless of price.

Most auctions are completed within 30 to 60 days from the time an agreement is signed, although every auction is customized to meet the seller’s needs.

We do. Our marketing includes photography, online advertising, email campaigns, social media marketing, industry websites, buyer databases, signage, and more.

Yes. We frequently coordinate complete liquidations that include homes, land, equipment, vehicles, firearms, and household contents.

We primarily serve Georgia and South Carolina but market assets nationwide through online auctions and targeted advertising.

You can register online through our auction platform on www.lcaauctions.com. Registration is quick and may require identity verification depending on the auction. Each auction has a “Register Now” button.

Yes. All auctions include scheduled preview or inspection dates listed in the auction information.

Yes. All of our auctions allow online bidding from anywhere.

You’ll receive instructions for completing payment, signing any required contracts, and arranging pickup or closing no later than the morning following the close of auction. For items that are located at our warehouse, pickup days are usually the two business days post bidding. For items that are not located at our warehouse, pickup is usually by appointment only, so you will need to be in contact with our office to set up a day and time.

Some auctions include a buyer’s premium. Any applicable buyer’s premium is clearly stated in the auction terms before bidding begins.

Possession depends on the auction terms but typically occurs after closing for real estate or after payment for personal property.

Yes. We typically schedule open houses or private inspections prior to the auction.

Yes. Successful bidders are generally required to submit earnest money according to the auction terms.

Buyers and sellers are responsible for different closing costs within the transaction. Each are responsible for their own fees. For example, prorated property taxes, attorney’s fees, recording fees, etc.

Yes. Buyers are encouraged to complete inspections. All inspections are required to be complete prior to bidding, since there are no contingencies in the sale of real estate through auction.

Yes. Both real estate and personal property are sold-as is. There are no contingencies when purchasing through auction.

Yes. We can sell household contents, antiques, collectibles, firearms, vehicles, equipment, and real estate as part of one coordinated estate liquidation.

Absolutely. We regularly work alongside estate attorneys, executors, trustees, and families.

Yes. Sellers determine what items are included in the auction before the process begins. However, once the auction contract is signed, all assets become a part of the agreement, therefore nothing else should be removed.

Yes. We auction excavators, skid steers, dozers, loaders, dump trucks, trailers, and other construction equipment.

Yes. We regularly sell tractors, combines, hay equipment, implements, utility vehicles, and agricultural equipment.

Absolutely. We accept both individual consignments and complete fleet liquidations.

Yes. Low Country Auction & Real Estate is a licensed Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer.

Yes. We regularly assist families and estate representatives with firearm collections while ensuring all transfers comply with applicable laws.

All firearm transfers are completed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws through our FFL.

Yes. We can sell equipment, inventory, vehicles, machinery, office furniture, and commercial real estate.

Yes. Many business liquidations are conducted directly from the business location.

Yes. We regularly assist government agencies with seized assets, surplus equipment, vehicles, and other assets.

Yes. We assist financial institutions with REO properties, repossessed equipment, vehicles, and other collateral.