Federa Auctions: A Comprehensive Guide for Bidders

How to Place a Bid on a Federa Auction Listing

Overview

Welcome to Federa Auctions! Whether you’re new to auctions or just new to Federa, we’ve built this experience with you in mind. Buying property is now simple, secure, and enjoyable. Our transparent marketplace makes it easy to place bids and close on your dream home. Need help? Our Support team is just a click away! 
 

Key Things to Know Before You Bid 

  1. Bid Registration: Register with Federa before placing your first bid.
  2. Bid Verification: To verify your bid, a security deposit is required. This deposit is returned if you are outbid during the auction.
  3. Auction: View the auction on the Explore page. Just click on the property you're interested to submit bids at any time
  4. Bid Increments: Each new bid must be at least $100 higher than the last.
  5. Winning Bid: Winning is legally binding. If you don’t close by the listed "Close By" date, you'll forfeit your deposit.
  6. Due Diligence: We strongly advise all bidders to carefully review the listing details. Always read the property’s auction terms carefully located on the property page.
  7. Financing: Financing details are not required for offers made through auctions. The buyer must close by the mutually agreed 'Close by Date'.
  8. Last: The last highest bid.
  9. Offer Qualification: For your offer to qualify in an auction, your offer must meet the seller's terms for "Days to Cancel", "Close by Date" and "Security Deposit." Even if your offer is higher, it must meet these conditions. Only qualified offers are considered during the auction, and the seller has the final say on which offer or bid to accept.

How to Place a Bid in a Federa Auction

Sign Up or Log In

  1. New here? Sign Up
  2. Already a member? Sign In to start bidding.

Find Your Desired Property  

Start by browsing through available auction listings on the Explore tab. Use our AI powered search to narrow down properties by location, price, or features. Select the property you are interested in.

📌 Pro Tip: It’s always good to view the property details and photos to ensure it meets your criteria.

Bidder Verification

Security Deposits

To make a bid, you'll need to verify with a security deposit, which is fully refundable if you're outbid. The deposit amount is shown on the property page and goes toward the purchase price if you win. This ensures smooth and fair auctions with serious bidders.

Click “Place a Bid.” Your buying power determines how much you can bid based on your available deposit.

If your buying power is $0 or too low for your desired bid, you’ll be prompted to make a deposit first.

  1. Click “Make a Deposit.”

  2. Choose a funding method: Credit/Debit Card, Bank Transfer, or Wire Transfer.

  3. Click “Top up” to complete the deposit.

  4. Once your funds are available, enter your bid amount and click “Submit Bid”.

📌 Please note prior to bidding:
  • ACH deposits may take up to 4 business days to post.
  • Wire transfers can take up to 24 hours to post.
Once your deposit is in, you’re ready to bid when the auction starts!

Place a Bid or Make an Offer

Make an Offer

  1. Submit your best offer before the auction starts by clicking "Make an Offer" if you can't attend the auction or want to propose your own terms.
  2. All offers are reviewed by the seller, with specific requirements (security deposit, days to close, days to cancel etc.) detailed on the property page.

Place a Bid

  1. You can submit a bid anytime.
  2. Ensure your security deposit matches the amount listed on the property page to qualify for bidding access.
  3. If you're outbid, you can quickly submit a new bid.

Auction Tracking

  1. Winning Bid: The auction will display "You have the highest bid" if you're in the lead.
  2. Outbid: "You do not have the highest bid" will appear in red if you're outbid. 

Auction Ended

  • Won? You’ll receive a confirmation email and a call from your Success Manager to guide you through the next steps to finalize the transaction.

  • Didn’t Win? No worries! You can still submit your best offer. If the winning bidder doesn’t close or decides to sell, this property could be yours.

Thank you for participating!



Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What does "Sold As-Is" mean?
    1. The property is sold in its current condition, with no repairs or modifications by the seller.
  2. Is my deposit refundable?
    1. Yes, if you don’t win, your deposit will be fully refunded.
  3. Why wasn’t my higher offer accepted?
    1. Sellers set specific terms (e.g., cancellation period, closing date, deposit) and have the final say on accepting offers or bids.
  4. Can I bid on my phone?
    1. Yes! You can bid and track auctions from any device with internet access.
  5. Can I inspect the property before bidding?
    1. It depends on the property. Check the listing remarks for inspection availability, as some properties are sold as-is.
  6. What is the security deposit requirement?
    1. Deposits are either a fixed amount or a percentage, determined by the seller. Details are available on the property page.
  7. Can I cancel my bid after placing it?
    1. No, all bids are final. If the winning bidder doesn't close by the specified date, they will forfeit their deposit.
  8. What if the appraisal is lower than my bid?
    1. If the property is sold as-is, than it will sell without contingencies.
  9. Can I participate in multiple auctions at once?
    1. Yes, as long as you meet the deposit criteria for each auction.
  10. Do auction listings have liens?
    1. Most properties are delivered with clear title. Please make sure to view the property page.
  11. What are the accepted payment methods for deposits and balances?
    1. Wire transfer, ACH, and credit card. Wire transfers typically post within 1 day, and ACH can take up to 4 business days.
  12. Can I use my offer's security deposit to bid?
    1. No, but you can either add more funds or cancel your offer to free up funds for bidding.
  1. How do I submit a bid for my client?
    1. Buyers must place bids directly, but agents can assist them through the process.
  2. How do agents secure compensation?
    1. You can message your AI Assistant through the website or app who you're representing. 
  3. Can I get help during the auction?
    1. Yes! Our Support team, Success Managers and your personal AI Assistant, Alex, are available via live chat, email, or phone.

We believe in transparency and aim to provide the best possible experience to our users. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our support team at support@federa.com or submitting a ticket here. 


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