_01162026140149229.jpg)
How to Bid on Storage Units at Auctions
Storage auctions are all the rage right now and people are getting the same feeling that we saw in the past during the gold boom or if they were on a pirate treasure hunt. Today, there’s not necessarily a treasure map unless you consider Google Maps bringing you to the storage auction a treasure map.We’ve compiled some tips for bidding on storage unit auctions below to help guide your way and give you some insight.
Finding a Storage Unit Auction
- Online storage auction sites
- Call your local storage company
Before the Auction
- Call the storage company to find out what payment is acceptable – cash, cashier’s check, money order, certified check, or credit card
- Arrive an hour before the auction begins
- Bring a flashlight, smartphone, new lock, and payment
Bid Smartly and Know Your Limits
- Stick to your maximum bid
- Don’t fool yourself into thinking the items you can’t see are buried treasure
- The items that are visible might give you a good idea as to what the entire storage unit’s contents are worth
Gathering Your Winnings from the Storage Auction Units
- Arrange to have a moving van, trailer, or truck to gather all the contents out of the storage unit as most storage facilities require you to remove the contents 24-72 hours after the auction ends
If you’re doing this as a hobby or are just looking to pick up items at a discount, as auction hunters, don’t forget to have fun!All Aboard Storage Online Auctions