Real Estate Auction Terms

Conditions of public sale of real estate:

1. Highest Bidder

   The highest and best bidder shall be the Buyer. The Seller, however, reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to adjourn the sale to a subsequent date. If any disputes arise to any bid, the Seller/Auctioneer reserves the right to cause the property to be immediately put up for sale again.

2. Real Estate Taxes/Utilities

   All real estate taxes and utilities shall be pro-rated between the Buyer and Seller to the date of settlement on a fiscal year basis. All real estate taxes for prior years have or will be paid by the Seller.

3. Transfer Taxes

   Seller shall pay ______ of the realty transfer tax and Buyer shall pay ______ of the realty transfer tax, provided, however that the Buyer shall be responsible for any additional transfer taxes imposed.

4. Terms

   ___________ or ______ % handmoney, either in the form of cash, cashier’s check, or certified check when the property is struck down, and the balance, without interest, on or before ___________ when a special warranty deed will be delivered and actual possession will be given to Buyer. The Buyer shall also sign this agreement and comply with these terms of sale. Buyers Premium of ______ % plus the bid price shall establish purchase price.

5. Forfeiture

   The time for settlement shall be of the essence. If the Buyer fails to comply with these terms of sale, Seller shall have the option of retaining all deposit monies or other sums paid by Buyer on account of the purchase price as Seller shall elect: (a) as liquidated damages, in which event Buyer and Seller shall be released from further liability or obligation and this agreement shall be null and void, or (b) on account of the purchase price, or as monies to be applied to Seller’s damages as Seller may elect.

6. Marketable Title

   A good and marketable title will be given free and clear of all liens and encumbrances. The real estate is being sold subject to restrictions and rights-of-way of record in the _____________ County Courthouse and which may be visible by inspection of the premises.

7. Risk of Loss

   Seller shall maintain the property grounds, fixtures and any personal property specifically sold with the property in its present condition, normal wear and tear excepted. Seller shall bear the risk of loss for fire or other casualties until the time of settlement. In the event of damage by fire or other casualty to any property included in this sale that is not repaired or replaced prior to settlement, Buyer shall have the option of rescinding this agreement and promptly receiving all monies paid on account of the purchase price or of accepting the property in its then condition, together with the proceeds of any insurance obtainable by Seller. Buyer is hereby notified that Buyer may insure Buyer’s equitable interest in the property as of the time of execution of this agreement.

8. Warranty

   The Buyer expressly acknowledges and understands that the Buyer is buying the property in its present condition and that the Seller makes no representation or warranty of any kind whatsoever with regard to the condition of the premises or any components thereof, including but not limited to, the roof, the electrical system, the plumbing system, the heating system, or any other part of the structure, or any of the improvements on the land.

   A. Radon | Seller has no knowledge concerning the presence or absence of radon. The Seller makes no representation or warranty with regard to radon or the levels thereof.

   B. Lead-Based Paint | If the house was built before 1978, the house may have lead-based paint. Seller has no knowledge of lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards in the housing and has no reports or records pertaining to lead-based paint and/or hazards in the housing. A lead-based pamphlet “Protect Your Family from Lead in Your House” has been given to Buyer. Buyer waives any ten (10) day lead-based paint assessment period.

   C. Home Inspection | Buyer has inspected the property. Buyer understands the importance of getting an independent home inspection and has thought about this before bidding upon the property and signing this agreement.

   D. Fixtures and Personal Property | Included in the sale and purchase price are all existing items presently installed in the property, including plumbing, heating, lighting fixtures (including, if present upon the property, chandeliers and ceiling fans; water treatment systems; pool and spa equipment; garage door openers and transmitters; television antennas; shrubbery, plantings and unpotted trees; any remaining heating and cooking fuels stored on the property at the time of settlement; wall to wall carpeting; window covering hardware, shades, blinds; built-in air conditioners; built-in appliances; and the range/oven unless otherwise stated). No warranty is given to Buyer as to the working/functional condition of fixtures and/or personal property. All personal property will be removed at Seller’s discretion, if items are not removed they become the responsibility of the Buyer.

   E. Ventilation/Mold | The Seller makes no representations or warranties with regard to mold or the absence of mold, adequate or inadequate air exchange or venting, or any other matters of home construction wherein mold may be present in the real estate.

   F. “AS IS” | The property is being sold “AS IS” at the time of sale and at the time of the settlement. The fiduciary/seller herein makes no representations or warranties as to the condition of the real estate. The Purchaser accepts the property “AS IS”. The purchaser waives any claims for any liability imposed through any environmental actions. This agreement shall survive closing. A seller’s disclosure has been made available to Buyer prior to the public auction and shall be exchanged by Buyer and Seller upon the signing of this agreement. If the Seller is an estate, the personal representative will not deliver a disclosure to Buyer inasmuch as they are not required by law.

9. Financing

   Buyer is responsible for obtaining financing, if any, and this contract is in no way contingent upon the availability of financing. The Seller will not pay points, settlement costs, or otherwise render financial assistance to the Buyer in this regard.

10. Dispute Over Handmonies

    In the event of a dispute over entitlement of handmoney deposits, the agent holding the deposit may either retain the monies in escrow until the dispute is resolved or, if possible, pay the monies into the County Court to be held until the dispute is resolved. In the event of litigation for the return of deposit monies, the agent holding handmoney shall distribute the monies as directed by a final order of the court or a written agreement of the parties. Buyer and Seller agree that, in the event any agent is joined in the litigation for the return of deposit monies, attorneys fees and costs of the agent will be paid by the party joining the agent.

11. This agreement shall survive closing.

12. This agreement may be signed and transmitted by email.

13. Buyer and Seller agree that Hurley Auctions and Hurley Real Estate and Auctions may collaborate on any aspect of this contract. The scope of collaboration shall include but is not limited to the negotiation, advertising, execution, sharing of resources, sharing of fees, and performance of any aspect whatsoever of the contract.