Ponder's Auction Company Online Auction Terms & Conditions



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Buyer's Premium : A 23.5% Buyers Premium Applies to all purchases / bids made through HiBid or any other online platform.



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Loadout/Removal Days : December 21 2025 - 10AM - 2PM

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Auction Location : 10527 Highway 33, Des Arc AR 72404



< https://pondersauctions.hibid.com >



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Preview/Inspection :



Bidders can call to setup an appointment before the dates listed above for in-person viewing before these provided dates. Please inspect items to buyer satisfaction online as much as possible, and we highly encourage previewing items in-person on preview dates listed above.



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Bidding Details : Bidding starts "soft-closing" on Saturday December 21st at 10:00 AM (CST)



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Payment Options : Accepted methods: Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Discover, cash, cashier's check, or wire transfer. Credit card payments are limited to purchases under $1,500. For amounts over $1,500, payment must be made with cash, cashier's check, or wire transfer. " No personal checks accepted. Payments must be processed before item pickup. If using a third party for pickup and shipment, contact Auctioneer JE Ponder at 870-672-1731 to process your payment and make arrangements before they arrive. You must show a PAID Invoice to Ponder's Auction Company at pickup time, before the items will be released.



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Shipping : We do NOT ship large items, it is the Buyer's responsibility to pay for shipping and arrange for shipping of goods purchased. Our items have photos and sizes included in the descriptions. If using a third-party for shipping, please contact and make arrangements with shipment company immediately after the auction closing. Or call JE Ponder to determ,ine shipping eligibility. 870-672-1731







A list of preferred shipping companies is provided for your convenience below.



1.) Moving U 501-502-0113



2.) John Davis Shipping Co. 501-593-2299



3.) Fixed Rate Moving Co 501-221-3856



4.) Browns Moving & Storage Co 501-224-6683



5.) Craters & Freighters 501-791-2860



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Participation Requirements : You must provide a name, address, phone number, email address, and valid credit card to register and place bids.



Currency: USD



By registering and bidding, you authorize Ponder's Auction Company to charge your credit card registered with HiBid for the purchase amount, including the Buyer's Premium listed above.



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Buyer's Contract : Placing a bid is a binding contract. You are responsible for paying and removing items during the designated times listed above. Failure to pick up items within one week of auction closing will result in them being forfeited, and no refunds will be issued. If you anticipate any issues, contact the auction company before the auction closes at 870-672-1731. Please read all terms and understand buyer responsibilites before bidding, or please do not bid.



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Internet Auction Service : Ponder's Auction Company provides an internet auction platform through HiBid, but does not guarantee functionality. The auction company is not responsible for missing bids due to technical issues. Buyers can use proxy bidding to ensure your maximum bid is placed. Ponder's Auction Company reserves the right to withdraw or re-catalog items at any time.



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Special Terms of Sale 1. Bids are a contract. If you're the winning bidder, you must pay for your items. 2. All items are sold AS IS. 3. No returns: All sales are final. No refunds or adjustments. 4. Bidders must be 18 years or older. 5. Internet auctions move quickly. Bid promptly. Winning bidders will receive email notifications. 6. Any disputes will be resolved in Arkansas County Court System in Arkansas. 7. By bidding, you accept these terms and conditions. 8. Ponder's Auction Company reserves the right to refuse service to anyone. 9. Announcements made before bidding closes take precedence over written or verbal statements. 10. While Ponder's Auction Company strives for accurate item descriptions, they make no warranties or guarantees and are not responsible for errors or omissions to age, value, nor authenticity of items being sold.



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Soft Close Explanation : If a bid is placed within the last minute, the closing time will extend by 120 seconds. This prevents last-second bids ("sniping") and ensures fair bidding. Items are otherwise set to close every 15 seconds consecutively.



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By participating in this auction, you agree to these terms and conditions. Thank you for bidding with Ponder's Auction Company! AALB #787