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If you've ever found yourself watching way too much reality TV, then you probably think you know how storage unit auctions work. But as in most aspects of life, the TV representation of storage auctions does not closely resemble what happens in real life. If you're looking for a bargain and some fun in the process, then bidding on storage units might be a great endeavor to consider. Just make sure you have a realistic idea of how these auctions work.
The storage facility does not profit.
When you bid on a storage unit, the cost you pay goes towards negating the balance that is owed to the storage facility by the current tenant who rented the unit. If the unit sells for more than the tenant owes, the tenant – not the storage facility company – gets to keep the excess.
Auctions are usually a last-ditch effort to get rid of things.
Most storage facilities don't make a habit of holding auctions, contrary to what television would suggest. They usually try several other approaches to encourage tenants to pay their bills and collect their belongings before resorting to auctions. What this means for you is that finding an auction in your area may not be that easy. And when you do find a storage facility that holds auctions, don't expect them to come around too regularly.
Auctions must be announced publicly.
There's no secret society of people who find out about the best auctions while others are purposefully left in the dark. You won't gain access to such a society and suddenly have the most amazing deals popping up in front of you. But the good news is that when there are storage auctions in your area, you should have an easy time finding them. Look in newspapers, on the Facebook pages of specific storage companies, and on online listing sites like Craigslist.
You must come prepared to take your items home.
A storage unit may give you a day or two to pick up a unit's contents after you win them at auction. However, in most cases, you'll be required to haul away your purchases on the same day. Ensure you bring a truck with you that's large enough to hold anything you might buy. A team of helpers to assist you in getting everything into the truck will also come in handy.
Auctions vary somewhat between facilities. To get a more specific idea of what to expect,check out the site and contact a storage facility in your area that's holding an auction.
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