Auction Terms & Conditions Bidder Terms and Conditions
We advise all bidders to read the Terms and Conditions of the Sale before bidding with Bedo's Auctions. Those who bid are bound by those Terms and Conditions of the Sale, as amended by any oral announcement or posted notices, which together form the contract of the sale between the successful bidder (purchaser), Bedo's Auctions and the seller (consignor) of the lot.
TERMS OF SALE
When bidding on any lot offered by Bedo's Auctions, the bidder indicates acceptance of the following Terms of Sale. Any participation in the auction binds you to agreement of these terms whether or not you read or understand said terms.
CONDITION OF ITEMS
Bedo's Auctions makes every effort to accurately describe all items offered in its sales, however all items for sale are 'as is,' and it is the bidder's responsibility (present or absentee bidders) to determine the exact condition of each item. Bedo's Auctions will not be held responsible for typographical errors. Neither we nor the consignor make any guarantees, warranties, or representation expressed, or implied, in regard to the property or the correctness of the catalog or other description of the authenticity of authorship, physical condition, size, quality, rarity, importance, provenance, exhibition, literature or historic relevance of the property or otherwise. No statement anywhere whether oral or written, shall be deemed such a guarantee, warranty or representation. Prospective bidders should inspect the property before bidding to determine its condition, size and whether or not it has been restored. The consignor and we make no representation or warranty as to whether the purchaser acquires any reproduction rights in the property. Returns will not be accepted under any circumstances. All items will be available for preview 2-5 Days prior to the auction. All items are sold for display purpose. If electrical, mechanical, or other working parts are inoperable even if working at the time of sale we are not liable due to the inherent nature of the age of these antiques and items.
BIDDING RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES
The auctioneer will determine the highest bidder. The auctioneer alone has the right to reopen the bidding of an item if deemed necessary due to a dispute. If there is a tie bid between the floor and Internet or absentee bid, the floor bid takes precedence. Bedo's Auctions and its representatives reserve the right to remove those attendees who impede preview and/or the auction. Title to all merchandise shall pass to the highest bidder at the fall of the auctioneer's hammer. The buyer will then assume all risk and full responsibility of the lot purchased once ownership has changed.
BUYER'S PREMIUM
A 15% buyer's premium will be added to all successful bids and is payable by the purchaser as part of the total purchase cost.
PAYMENT
All merchandise must be paid in full within ten (10) days of the date of the sale. Purchases totaling $5,000 or more must be paid within three (3) days of the date of the sale. Call (626) 209-9585 to pay your invoice by phone or mail payment to: 680 E. Colorado Blvd. Suite #180 Pasadena, CA 91101. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, personal checks/ certified checks, wire transfer, money orders, and cash.
SALES TAX
Sales tax is require if mandated by the state you reside in for all internet sales and will be added to your invoice.
CREDIT CARD
For first time buyers and credit card charges greater than $1,000.00 buyers must complete the bottom portion of the invoice and must specifically sign the acknowledgement of our terms of sale before we will accept payment via credit card. We do offer the convenience of paying automatically by credit card. If you wish have your card automatically charged for all purchases please complete our 'Authorization for Automatic Credit Card Use.' We have this form available upon request.
CHECK
There will be a $15.00 service charge for returned checks. Make checks payable to: Bedo's Auctions. Bedo's Auctions reserves the right to hold items paid for by personal or company check until said check clears (14 days). Bedo's Auctions has the right to hold all checks over $1,000.00. Customers who have an established successful buying history with Bedo's Auctions may be exempt from this. We will accept a personal or company check greater than $1,000 and/or from a first time buyer if you provide a Bank Letter of Credit, available on our website. In the few situations where a successful bidder does not remit payment when due, Bedo's Auctions will proceed with the legal steps necessary to protect its interests and will block the bidder from future auction participation.
PACKING/SHIPPING
It is the bidder's responsibility to take shipping and handling costs into consideration when bidding on items. Packaging, shipping, and insurance on items will be available to successful bidders. Applicable charges will be applied.
BIDDERS NOT PRESENT OR NEEDING SHIPPING
Shipping and handling charges will be added to the invoice and are NON-REFUNDABLE. Shipping will be based on actual costs via FedEx, FedEx Freight or USPS (best way). Handling and insurance will vary in cost depending on each invoice. All packages will be shipped with insurance. Items will ship seven to fourteen (7-14) business days after payment is received.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS
Bedo's Auctions has the availability to ship to international bidders. By law, Bedo's Auctions cannot and will not declare lesser values for any international purchases and all shipments will include the invoice with purchase totals including the buyer's premium and shipping cost. All international bidders are responsible for paying all customs and duties on the items.