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One of the UK's largest property auctioneers

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    SDL Auctions Graham Penny operates in the East Midlands area covering Nottingham, Derby & Leicester and is part of SDL Auctions - one of the UK's largest property auctioneers.

    In 2017 our Derby team raised more than £83 million in sales for our vendors across the East Midlands. Selling an average of 83% of properties offered, our team boasts a wealth of expertise, so you can be confident they can help you sell your property or land, for the best possible price.

    SDL Auctions Graham Penny has been selling properties and land in Derby since 2006 and currently holds seven auctions each year at Pride Park Stadium - home of Derby County.

    We sell a wide spread of residential and commercial properties, as well as land, development sites and building plots - so whatever you're looking to purchase we are confident we can help you find what you're looking for.

    We pride ourselves on bringing sales by auction into the mainstream. Regularly featuring on BBC1's Homes under the Hammer, the company illustrates how auctioning a property can be a genuine alternative to selling via private treaty.

    Throughout 2018 SDL Auctions will hold 40+ auctions at Villa Park in Birmingham, Pride Park Stadium in Derby, Chester Racecourse, Nottingham Racecourse, the King Power Stadium in Leicester, the AJ Bell Stadium in Manchester and the bet365 Stadium in Stoke.

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Selling at auction

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    Selling your property at auction can offer the perfect solution for a quick, secure and hassle-free sale.

    Perhaps you have property you need to sell quickly, is in disrepair or maybe you've even had difficulty selling due to legal complications. Whatever your circumstances, whether your property is vacant or tenanted, you can say goodbye to endless viewings and an indefinite time to sell.

    Want to know how it works? Take a look at our easy step by step guide to walk you through the process.


    1. Advice & a free valuation
    Whether it's by phone, email or even in person our team are happy to help. Once in contact, we will ask you about your property and your requirements to offer advice tailored to your situation.

    Our valuers will then visit and inspect your property. During your appointment, our valuer will give guide price recommendations, talk you through the process and help you decide on the best way forward.


    2. "Yes! We'd like to sell"
    By giving us the go-ahead to sell your property under the hammer, we will confirm our terms of agreement then work with your solicitor to help get a legal pack prepared as quickly as possible.

    The legal pack can contain a range of documents such as searches, planning permissions, specialist reports, an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), tenancy agreements, architectural plans, and any special conditions of sale for your property.


    3. Marketing your property

    The next step is to get your property on the market! So firstly, we prepare the accommodation details for your approval which will then be uploaded to our website and Rightmove.

    From there we will create press advertising, send out emailers to our extensive mailing list and prepare your catalogue entry.

    In addition to this you'll benefit from multi-office marketing and when appropriate, our joint agents.


    4. Viewings

    We organise viewings for all properties we have access to and have an experienced, well-briefed member of the team present to provide guidance and ascertain interest from the many viewers.

    Viewings are well advertised, highly effective and highly valued by prospective auction buyers.


    5. Catalogues

    Your property will be allocated a lot number and will be added to our auction catalogue. The catalogue will be sent to our national mailing list of buyers, investors, developers and property dealers.

    The catalogue is also added to our website for people to download.


    6. Reserve price

    We will always keep you up to date with the level of interest for your property and advice you with any pre-auction offers which may be received.

    Approximately 48 hours prior to the auction we discuss and agree a reserve price with you which remains confidential between you and the auctioneer.


    7. The big day!

    It's finally here, and you can't wait to see the hammer fall on your lot.

    Bidders register and fill the room as the auctioneer explains the process and rules of the day.

    As the auction starts, each lot is described prior to being offered along with any amendments that may have been added to the addendum.

    After a bit of competitive bidding, the hammer falls and the buyer pays their 10% deposit and exchanges contracts there and then.


    8. Completion

    Your solicitors will handle the process after the auction. We will supply them with any details they need while you make arrangements such as;

    - Making sure the property is vacant upon completion (unless sold as tenanted)
    - Making arrangements for key release
    - Cancelling your service supplies, insurance etc.


    Can SDL Auctions Graham Penny help you further?

    Whether you have a residential, investment or commercial property, development opportunity or land - the auction room could be the best place to sell.

    Our experienced team are always happy to help, whatever your query so just give us a call on 01332 242 880.

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Buying at auction

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    There are many reasons for buying at auction, but the key to success is preparation.

    Always be sure to do your research prior to the auction; this includes contacting the auctioneers, attending property viewings and reading the legal packs.

    Setting yourself a budget is also a good incentive to make sure you don't get carried away because remember - when the hammer falls, the property is yours!

    There's more than one way to bid for a property, so to find the right way for you, take a look at our helpful guide below or visit our website on www.sdlauctions.co.uk

    In the case of all bidding options, we need a registration form and two forms of ID to be able to register your bid. This includes photographic ID such as driving licence or passport, as well as proof of address such as a utility bill.

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    Bidding in person

    All our auctions are open to the public and anyone is more than welcome to come along and watch, however if you intend to bid, then you will need to complete a registration form on the day.

    On arrival at the auction venue, our registration team will need you to complete our registration form and provide two forms of ID (photo ID and proof of address). You will then be given a paddle to raise when you wish to bid.

    Our team will also offer you an auction catalogue and a copy of the addendum sheet which contains any pre-auction sales, withdrawals or updates since the catalogue was printed.

    We also offer a membership card scheme for our more regular bidders which allows members to scan in their SDL Auctions membership card at any of our auction venues.

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    Bidding by telephone

    If you are unable to attend the auction in person, you can take advantage of our telephone bidding service.

    On the day of the auction, a member of the SDL Auctions Graham Penny team will call you as your chosen property is coming up for sale. They will repeat what the auctioneer is announcing to the room and confirm if you would like to continue with your bid. If consented, the team member will then ask how much you wish to bid and will execute this on your behalf.

    While telephone bidding is open to everyone, you will need to submit your proxy, telephone & internet bidding form (found in the catalogue and on our website) with the SDL Auctions SDL Auctions Graham Penny along with your method of deposit payment and ID no later than 48 hours prior to the auction day.

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    Bidding via the internet

    You can also arrange to make internet bids from your computer on the day of the auction.

    As with all other bidding methods, we would need you to complete our proxy, telephone & internet bidding form prior to the auction date in order for the team to make the necessary arrangements in advance of the auction.

    Our team will then provide you with instructions and a login code so you can login on the day and click to bid.

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    Proxy bidding

    If you are unavailable on the day of the auction, you can choose to bid by proxy.

    This is where you submit a bid in writing using a proxy, telephone & internet bidding form which authorises the auctioneer to bid on your behalf. The auctioneer will bid in increments against the room to try and get the property at the best price for you.

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Additional Services

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    SDL Auctions is part of the SDL Group, the UK's fastest-growing property services group.
    Working with partners across the globe, we are committed to revolutionising the customer's experience of property service.

    For more information on Auctions, Estate Agency, Surveying, Estate Management, Mortgage Services or Franchising Opportunities, visit www.sdlgroup.co.uk

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Introducing the Derby team

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    At SDL Auctions, we pride ourselves on providing a first class and professional service. Our loyal and committed team are the key to helping us achieve this.

    Our friendly and highly competent auctions team will be delighted to talk you through the auction process and offer their expert advice.

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    Andrew Parker
    Managing Director and Auctioneer

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    Robert Stone
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    Laura Wiles
    Residential Valuer

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    Emma Holness
    Property Manager

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    Naomi Fearn
    Auction Negotiator

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    Jess Gaunt
    Auction Administrator

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    Sarah Barfield
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    See what our customers say...

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      We understand that buying or selling properties by auction can be a daunting experience, so we always do our best to talk you through the process, keep you updated on progress and ensure everything is as stress-free as possible.

      But don't just take our word for it, read what our customers say about us:

    Testimonials from Sellers

    • Seller Testimonial

      We have had a very positive experience
      "[We] would like to thank you for all your help and support over the last couple of months. We hadn't really considered the auction route, probably due to a lack of understanding of its benefits and pitfalls. We feel that with your patience, encouragement and professionalism, we have definitely had a very positive experience and we are more than happy with the auction outcome."
      Mrs F

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      thank you for your excellent service
      "I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for your excellent service and customer care; the prompt email replies and general help have been much appreciated. I would have no hesitation in buying property through you in the future."
      Mr S

    • Seller Testimonial

      You have an excellent team
      "You and your firm's professional approach were outstanding and I was amazed at the amount of technology that you use on the day. The screens and bidding information are clearly a great benefit to everyone in the room. You have an excellent team, who all worked so very hard during the sale."
      Mr W

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      thank you for the amazing service you offered
      " I would firstly like to thank you for the amazing service you offered on the help of my property. You were very understanding and got us in to the brochure very last minute and luckily on first page, from start to finish I have been amazed on how fast and efficient you were - and Vejay too. I hope to use your services again and wish you all the best."
       Mrs Minhas

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      thank you for the excellent service
      "I would like to thank you for the excellent service that you and your company provided from start to finish. This was my first experience of selling a house by auction so I entered the process with reservations. To actually attend the auction when your own property is being sold was fascinating, if not a little stressful. To actually achieve a sale at a greater sum than we dare hope was something else."
      Mr L

    • Seller Testimonial

      Andy is excellent at maximising value
      "We've worked with Andy Thompson over a number of years in disposing of our excess stock. We always use Andy as he is excellent at maximising value. He is extremely well connected in the North West and this really seems to help in identifying the best buyer for the property. On this particular lot, Andy secured a sale considerably above the reserve within a week of our instruction."
      Mr T

    • Seller Testimonial

      I'm still on cloud nine
      "I'm still on cloud nine and wanted to contact you properly to say thank you for all your help and support during the purchase. Your friendly, professional manner made a very stressful situation so much easier to cope with. Fingers crossed now for a smooth completion. Thank you again."
      Ms P
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    *Guide Price: An indication of a seller's minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.

    Reserve Price: Each auction property will be subject to a “Reserve Price” below which the property cannot be sold at auction. Normally the “Reserve Price” will be set within the range of “Guide Prices” or no more than 10% above a single “Guide Price.”

    Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call SDL Auctions Graham Penny, Derby on 01332 242880.