How to Buy Equipment with JD Auction
Straightforward steps to browse, bid, and secure equipment with complete confidence.
Create your free account and complete verification.
Business buyers may upload tax-exempt forms for approval.
Browse auctions by category or warehouse.
• High-resolution photos
• Video walkthroughs
• On-site inspections by appointment
Preview & Inspect Items
Enter your maximum bid.
Our system places automatic proxy bids to keep you in the lead.
Place Your Bid
A 12% buyer’s premium applies to all winning bids.
Payment methods: ACH, wire, certified check, or credit card (+3.5%).
Review Buyer Fees
Invoices are emailed within 24 hours.
Payment due within 5 business days.
Complete Payment
Buyers arrange pickup or freight transport.
Storage fees apply if deadlines are missed.
Pick Up Your Items
Important Buyer Policies
AS-IS, WHERE-IS Sales
All items are sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no warranties or guarantees.
Inspection prior to bidding is strongly recommended.
Binding Bids
All bids are binding and final once the lot closes.
Failure to complete payment may result in account suspension.
Non-Refundable Fees
Buyer’s premiums and credit card fees are non-refundable.
Storage fees may apply automatically after applicable deadlines.
Why Buyers Choose JD Auction
Straightforward Pricing
Clear 12% buyer’s premium. No hidden fees or surprises—full transparency before you bid.
Secure Transactions
Verified sellers, multiple secure payment options, and dedicated support from registration to pickup.
Fair,Timed Auctions
Equal bidding terms with fixed closing times. Automated proxy bidding protects your maximum bid and helps reduce last-second sniping, ensuring a fair and transparent process for all bidders.
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