How do I create an account and start bidding?
Create a free account, then add a payment method to verify you're a real bidder. You're only charged if you win — verifying a card never authorizes a charge. See the full buying guide.
What is a buyer's premium?
A buyer's premium is a percentage added to your winning bid, shown live as you bid so there are no surprises at checkout. Your total is always displayed before you confirm. More in the Buyer FAQ.
When and how do I pay, and how does pickup work?
You pay securely online through Advantage.Bid after the auction closes. Once payment is confirmed, you'll receive the full pickup address, dates, and times. Everything runs through Advantage.Bid — see How to Buy.
What does it cost to sell?
For online auctions, there's no seller platform fee or commission at launch — only about 3% payment processing. For fixed-price storefront (Buy Now) sales, the selling fee is a flat 11% of the item price, including credit card processing. No listing fees either way — you only pay when items sell. See how you get paid.
How do I get started selling?
Complete your seller profile and accept the seller agreement, and your seller dashboard is enabled immediately — no application, no approval queue. Start selling, or read how selling works.
How and when do I get paid?
Buyers pay online before pickup, so there's no chasing payment. After each auction closes you receive a transparent payout statement. Details in How You Get Paid.