Terms & Conditions of Sale
Welcome to Booker Auction Company. By registering for and participating in our online auctions, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions. Please read them carefully before bidding.

1. Registration & Payment Authorization

By registering, creating an account, or placing a bid, you agree to transact electronically and accept these Terms as a binding agreement under the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act.

By registering:

You authorize a $250 temporary hold on your credit card for each individual auction at registration
You authorize Booker Auction Company to store your payment credentials and charge your card on file for any purchases, buyer’s premiums, taxes, fees, shipping, storage, late charges, or unpaid balances (the “Total Purchase Price”)
You authorize such charges without further notice after payment deadlines have passed
You represent that you are the authorized cardholder and that all provided information is accurate

This hold is not a charge and will be released if no purchases are made. Timing depends on your card issuer.
Payment information is processed securely and is not stored in a viewable format.

2. Buyer’s Premium

A Buyer’s Premium is added to each purchase:

10% for items $1 – $5,000
5% for items $5,001 – $50,000
2.5% for items $50,001 and above

You acknowledge this premium is part of the Total Purchase Price and is agreed to when placing a bid.

3. Accepted Payment Methods

We accept:

Online payments via invoice
Electronic checks (ACH)
Checks
Credit cards
Wire transfer
In-person payments at 31 Eltopia W. Rd., Eltopia, WA

New bidders may be asked to provide financial references or identity verification.

4. Payment Terms

Payment is due within 48 hours of auction close
A 3% credit card processing fee applies to all automatic credit card transactions
Processing fees are non-refundable
Invoices of $300 or less will be automatically charged unless alternative payment arrangements are approved before the payment deadline.

If payment is not received within 48 hours:

Your card on file may be automatically charged without further notice
A 2% late fee may be added
Additional reasonable collection or administrative costs may be applied where permitted by law

You agree that all such charges are authorized and consistent with these Terms.

Debit cards are accepted in person only at 31 Eltopia W Rd., Eltopia, WA.

5. Sales Tax (Washington State)

Sales tax will be applied in accordance with Washington State law unless a valid exemption is provided or unless specified in lot description.

Exemption documents must be submitted within 48 hours
No refunds for sales tax will be issued after payment is completed

Nothing in this section limits your rights under the Washington Consumer Protection Act.

6. Title, Registration & Document Service Fees (Washington State)

For titled items (including vehicles, trailers, and equipment), the following apply:

Registration Requirements

All bidders must register with a valid government-issued photo ID for any purchase involving titled assets

Document Service Fees

A Document Service Fee of $200.00 will be charged for processing title and registration paperwork
This fee is negotiable as required under Washington State law, but must be requested prior to payment
The fee reflects administrative processing, compliance handling, and document preparation
If payment is completed without requesting adjustment, buyer accepts the fee as charged

Buyer Responsibility for Government Fees

Buyers are responsible for all title, registration, licensing, filing, and transfer fees required by the Washington State Department of Licensing
These government fees are not controlled by Booker Auction Company and may change without notice

Title Processing Terms

Titles will not be processed or released until all funds have cleared
Buyer must provide all required documentation and signatures promptly
Delays caused by buyer inaction or incomplete paperwork may result in additional administrative or storage fees

Processing Delays & Liability

Booker Auction Company is not responsible for delays caused by third parties, including the Washington State Department of Licensing, postal services, financial institutions, or prior lienholders
Processing times are estimates only and not guaranteed
Title delays are not grounds for cancellation, refund, or chargeback

Out-of-State Buyers

Buyers are responsible for compliance with their home state requirements
Buyer is responsible for compliance with destination-state registration requirements

7. Item Condition & Inspection

All items are sold “AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH ALL FAULTS.”

Booker Auction Company does not perform inspections, testing, or verification of items prior to sale
Any descriptions, photos, or statements are provided as a convenience only and may be based on third-party or consignor information
No guarantees are made regarding condition, authenticity, safety, operability, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose
No returns, refunds, or exchanges except as required by law
Announcements made during the auction take precedence over prior descriptions

Bidder assumes full responsibility for evaluating items prior to bidding, whether or not an inspection opportunity is provided.

8. Ownership & Responsibility

Once an item is declared sold:

A legally binding contract is formed
Ownership transfers immediately upon full payment
Risk of loss transfers upon release to buyer or delivery to carrier
Items cannot be removed until full payment is received

Carrier confirmation, shipping records, or pickup documentation may be used as proof of delivery in any dispute.

9. Storage & Removal Policy

Removal Deadlines
All items must be removed by the stated deadline.

Storage fees begin immediately after the deadline
Items will not be released until all balances are paid

Miscellaneous Items
Items not removed within 30 days may be considered abandoned unless prior arrangements are approved.

Titled Items

$100 per week storage fee
Continues until removal

Lien Rights (Washington State)

In accordance with Washington law, Booker Auction Company maintains a lien on all items for unpaid balances, including purchases, storage fees, and related charges. Items will not be released until paid in full.

Abandoned Property / Resale

Unremoved or delinquent items may be resold or disposed of.

By participating, you agree:

Ownership of abandoned items is forfeited
You remain liable for any deficiency after resale
Proceeds may be applied to outstanding balances, fees, and costs

10. Loading & Transportation

Buyers are solely responsible for all aspects of removal, including:

Labor, equipment, and tools required
Safe loading and securing of items
Compliance with all safety laws and transportation regulations

Booker Auction Company:

Does not provide guaranteed assistance, equipment, or personnel
Makes no representations regarding weight, dimensions, or handling requirements
May refuse unsafe loading practices at its sole discretion

You assume all risk of injury, damage, or loss during removal and transport.

Haulers, Agents & Incorrect Removal

Any person or company engaged by Buyer to inspect, load, transport, ship, or remove purchased items—including employees, contractors, riggers, freight carriers, or haulers—shall be deemed Buyer’s agent for all purposes.

Buyer is fully responsible for the actions, omissions, and conduct of its agents or contractors while on auction premises or during removal of items.

If Buyer or Buyer’s agent removes:

the wrong item,
items not included in Buyer’s invoice,
partial components belonging to another lot,
or causes damage, loss, delay, or expense related to incorrect removal,

Buyer shall remain fully liable for all resulting damages, losses, administrative expenses, recovery costs, storage charges, attorney fees, and other associated expenses incurred by Booker Auction Company or third parties.

Incorrect removal does not transfer ownership rights to improperly removed property. Booker Auction Company reserves the right to recover such property and/or charge Buyer for the full value of the property, associated damages, and recovery costs.

Booker Auction Company may deny future site access or bidding privileges to Buyer or Buyer’s agents for unsafe conduct, unauthorized removal, or policy violations.

You expressly release Booker Auction Company from all liability related to:

Personal injury or death
Property damage
Equipment failure
Improper loading or transport

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Washington law:

Booker Auction Company shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits or business interruption
Total liability, if any, shall not exceed the purchase price actually paid for the item in dispute

This limitation applies regardless of claim type, including contract, negligence, or otherwise.

12. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Booker Auction Company and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:

Your participation in the auction
Your breach of these Terms
Your failure to safely remove or use purchased items
Any injury or damage caused by items after purchase

This obligation survives completion of the transaction.

13. Auctioneer Rights

Booker Auction Company reserves the right to:

Deny, suspend, or revoke bidding privileges at any time
Require deposits or additional verification
Withdraw, re-catalog, or re-offer items
Resolve bidding disputes at its sole discretion
Reject or nullify bids suspected of fraud, error, or system malfunction

The auctioneer’s decisions are final.

14. Technical Issues

Booker Auction Company does not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of its platform.

We are not responsible for:

Missed bids due to connectivity issues
System delays or failures
Software or third-party platform errors

In the event of technical issues, Booker Auction Company reserves the right to:

Extend, suspend, or restart bidding
Cancel affected lots or auctions
Reopen bidding at its discretion

Bidder acknowledges that online bidding involves inherent technological risk.

15. Chargebacks & Payment Disputes

You agree to contact Booker Auction Company to resolve any issue before initiating a chargeback.

You acknowledge:

Bids are binding and authorized transactions
Charges consistent with these Terms are authorized
Initiating a chargeback on a valid charge may constitute breach of this agreement

To the extent permitted by law, you agree to reimburse Booker Auction Company for reasonable, documented costs resulting from improper chargebacks, including administrative and collection expenses.

This section does not limit your rights under applicable law.

16. Records & Evidence

You agree that Booker Auction Company’s records—including:

Bid history
IP logs
Timestamps
Invoices
Communications

constitute valid evidence of authorization and transaction activity in any dispute.

17. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington.
Any disputes shall be handled in Washington courts.

18. Privacy

Your information is used for:

Registration and verification
Payment processing
Fraud prevention

We do not sell your data.

19. Severability

If any provision is deemed unenforceable, it shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to remain enforceable, and all remaining provisions shall remain in effect.

20. Agreement to Terms

By registering, bidding, or purchasing, you confirm that you:

Have read and understood these Terms
Agree to be legally bound by them
Authorize all charges consistent with these Terms
Accept updates announced prior to or during the auction

Please direct any financial questions to the following:

monique@bookerauction.com