How do you bid on Rene Bates auctions?

To bid on Rene Bates auctions, bidders must register with the Rene Bates Auctioneers, Inc. website, pay a $100 refundable deposit, search the website and choose an auction to bid on and start the bidding process. Bidders can enter their bids manually or select the maximum bid feature that bids automatically until the that dollar amount is reached or the auction ends.

Items that have sold in the Rene Bates auctions include playground equipment, farm equipment, coolers, vehicles, office furniture, kitchen appliances, restaurant equipment, and pallets. These items are auctioned off online.

1. Log on to the Rene Bates Auctioneers, Inc. website

On the main menu toolbar is a For Bidders link. Hover over the link to open a drop-down menu. Click New Bidder Registration.

2. Register to bid

Complete the registration form and click Submit.

3. Pay deposit

Send the $100 refundable deposit via PayPal or by mail with a cashier's check or money order to the address provided.

4. Locate active auctions

Once registration and payment are complete, visit the Home tab on the Rene Bates Auctioneers, Inc. website to view active and upcoming auctions. Choose an auction for bidding.

5. Set up bid

Enter bids manually or set up maximum bids on individual items. At the bottom of the screen for each item there will be a space to enter bidding number and password.