Frequently Asked Questions

During auction closing, watch your lots as the timer begins to run out.  Most of our auctions are “soft close” so the lots stagger closing and may reopen for more time to bid if someone bids against you.  You may continue to bid until the timer is expired.  The timer will continue to extend the time as long as the bidding continues.

You also have the option to set a 'maximum' bid. It's important to understand that this maximum bid amount will not immediately increase the current bid to that level. Instead, it serves to secure the lot for you at or below the specified amount. For instance, if you set a maximum bid of $100, it does not necessarily mean you'll pay $100; your final price depends on competitive bidding.

• If no one competes with your maximum bid, you may win the item for less than your maximum.
• However, if another bidder has already placed a maximum bid, your bid will automatically increase incrementally in response to their maximum bid. If you are outbid, you have the option to submit a new bid. 

In summary, your maximum bid ensures you won't pay more than your chosen limit and allows the system to automatically adjust your bid to maintain your lead or counter other bidders.

We welcome payment through all major credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Payments will be processed promptly upon the conclusion of the auction. Following the auction's closure, the registered credit card on file will be automatically charged.

Please be aware that any declined card payments may lead to the forfeiture of some or all items won and may also affect your eligibility to participate in future auctions.

Yes we are required by the state of Texas to collect sales tax on all personal purchases. If you are tax exempt we will gladly take off your tax at time of pickup after verifying a valid tax id, we will have you complete a tax exempt form, the form must have your tax number, be signed and dated. 

Some sales and items may specify a designated pickup time and location. Prior to bidding, please ensure that you are able to collect your item during the designated time and at the specified location. You are responsible for providing your own tools, labor, and transportation to safely remove your items. For larger or bulkier items, please plan accordingly.

When picking up your items, be prepared to show identification, and your purchases will be released upon proof of payment. Please note that Curated Objects will not assume liability for any damages that may occur during the pickup or transportation of your items caused by you or designated pickup persons. 

Yes, shipping is available to approved buyers. Please make arrangements for shipping with us prior to bidding. If you make a purchase, it is your responsibility to reach out to our office within 24 hours of the auction's conclusion to inform us of your desire to have the item shipped. The shipping cost will be invoiced, and charged to the card on file, plus handling fee.

No, all bids are binding and cannot be canceled or retracted.  If there is an error or malfunction in the system and you must edit a bid, you must contact our office via email at info@curatedobjects.co or by phone at 469-949-2774.

 How to register to bid:

     To bid in a Curated Objects Auction, please click on “Login/New Bidder” to register when the bidding site opens. 

1. Register
2. When the auction opens, complete the registration process to participate in the specific auction.  Click “Register to Bid” and enter your personal information. 
3. Bid on the lots you're interested in, and you can also “watch” lots that you are interested in.
4. During auction closing, watch your lots as the timer begins to run out. You may continue to bid until the timer is expired. The timer will continue to extend the time as long as the bidding continues.
5. You may also place a “max” bid, please note: this WILL NOT drive up the bid to that amount. This will simply secure the lot for you up to that particular amount. Just because you have a max bid of $100, you will not necessarily pay $100 for it, it will be sold at the highest amount.

Bid Increments: 

Up to Amount           Increment

24                                     1

45.5                                  2.5

95                                     5

900                                  10

2000                                15

9999999.99                  20