The Great Estate Dig

These Terms and Conditions ("Agreement") govern the relationship between Simple Transitions, LLC buyers, sellers, and participants ("Client," "Bidder," "Buyer," or "Seller") in estate sales or online auctions conducted by the Company.

General Sale Terms

All Sales Are Final: No returns, refunds, or exchanges. Items are sold "as-is, where-is" with no warranties expressed or implied.

Item Descriptions: We strive for accuracy but make no guarantees regarding authenticity, condition, or functionality. Buyers are responsible for verifying information before purchasing.

Inspection: Items may be available for in-person viewing before sale dates.

Payment Terms: Accepted payment methods include [cash, credit/debit cards, PayPal, etc.]. Full payment is required before item pickup.

Sales Tax: Applicable sales tax will be charged unless the buyer provides a valid tax-exempt certificate.

Bidding & Buying (For Online Auctions)

Bidder Registration: All participants must register with valid identification before bidding.

Bidding Increments: The Company sets and controls bid increments.

Winning Bids: The highest bid at the close of the auction is legally binding.

Failure to Pay: Non-payment may result in the cancellation of the sale, and the Company reserves the right to ban the bidder from future sales.

Pickup & Shipping

Pickup Deadlines: Buyers must collect items within the specified time frame.

Failure to Pickup: Items not picked up by the deadline will be considered abandoned and may be resold or discarded without refund.

Shipping: Available upon request and at the buyer’s expense. The Company is not responsible for damage during shipping.

Seller Terms

Commission & Fees: The Company takes a commission on all sales, typically [%] of the final sale price. Additional fees may apply for advertising, cleaning, or disposal of unsold items.

Consignment Agreement: Sellers must sign a contract detailing commission rates, item conditions, and expectations.

Ownership Verification: Sellers must confirm ownership and have the legal right to sell items.

Liability & Disclaimers

No Responsibility for Accidents: Attendees enter sale premises at their own risk. The Company is not liable for personal injury or property damage.

Force Majeure: Sales may be postponed or canceled due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, emergencies).

Right to Refuse Service: The Company reserves the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason.

Privacy Policy

Personal information collected during registration or sales is kept confidential and used only for business purposes.

Governing Law & Disputes

Any disputes arising from sales or auctions will be governed by the laws of [Your State/Region] and resolved through arbitration or small claims court.