Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond
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Is Buying at Property Auction a Smart Move?
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In short: Auctions can offer value and speed, but contracts are binding on the fall of the hammer with completion usually in 28 days. Read the legal pack and arrange finance first. Our full guide explains how auctions work.
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