NCDOT ASSET 150921
Lot Number: 6
Time Remaining: Closed!
Starting Bid:$100.00
Start Time: 05/21/2025 08:00 AM Eastern
End Time: 06/11/2025 04:25 PM Eastern
Location: 174 Airport rd., Rockingham, NC 28379
Location: Between US 321 Hwy and Skyland View Dr., Blowing Rock NC
Watauga County
PIN 2817-14-3840-000
Book/Page 1570-308
.11+/- Acres
NCDOT Valuation $5,000.00
Tax Assessed Value $57,800.00
Zoning / Land Use Code BR-GB
Class C Property*
ONLINE ONLY
May 21st - June 11th Starts Closing at 4PM
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Lot #1- NCDOT ASSET 234894- Click Here for More Information
Location: US HWY 221N, Deep Gap NC (Adjoins 234897)
Watauga County
PIN 2961-06-3979-000
Book/Page 1783-505
1.8+/- Acres
NCDOT Valuation $22,500.00
Tax Assessed Value $53,500.00
Zoning / Land Use Code NONE FOUND
Class B Property*
Lot #2- NCDOT ASSET 234897- Click Here for More Information
Location: US HWY 221N, Deep Gap NC (Adjoins 234894)
Watauga County
PIN 2961-07-4253-000
Book/Page 1822-872
.74+/- Acres
NCDOT Valuation $10,000.00
Tax Assessed Value $40,000.00
Zoning / Land Use Code NONE FOUND
Class C Property*
Lot #3- NCDOT ASSET 88970- Click Here for More Information
Location: Monarch Ln, Deep Gap, NC
Watauga County
PIN 2941-03-9476-000
Book/Page TBD
.71+/- Acres
NCDOT Valuation $12,500.00
Tax Assessed Value $7,800.00
Zoning / Land Use Code NONE FOUND
Class B Property*
Lot #4- NCDOT ASSET 96264- Click Here for More Information
Location: Monarch Ln, Deep Gap, NC
Watauga County
PIN 2941-03-2175-000
Book/Page TBD
.17+/- Acres
NCDOT Valuation $2,000.00
Tax Assessed Value $20,500.00
Zoning / Land Use Code NONE FOUND
Class B Property*
Lot #5- NCDOT ASSET 146193- Click Here for More Information
Location: 8423 Valley Blvd, Blowing Rock, NC (Between US 321 HWY and Skyland View Dr)
Watauga County
PIN 2817-14-3508-000
Book/Page 1521-471
.12+/- Acres
NCDOT Valuation $5,000.00
Tax Assessed Value $71,200.00
Zoning / Land Use Code BR-GB
Class B Property*
Lot #6- NCDOT ASSET 150921- Click Here for More Information
Location: Between US 321 Hwy and Skyland View Dr., Blowing Rock NC
Watauga County
PIN 2817-14-3840-000
Book/Page 1570-308
.11+/- Acres
NCDOT Valuation $5,000.00
Tax Assessed Value $57,800.00
Zoning / Land Use Code BR-GB
Class C Property*
Auction is Subject to 10 Day Upset Bid Period after auction conclusion, Upset Bids require 5% or greater raise of bid, 10 Day Upset Expires June 11 @ 4 PM.
All bids Subject to NCDOT approval of highest bid after 10 Day Upset period ends.
NCDOT Property Closings are performed through the office of the NC Attorney General and are at the timing and discretion of the NC Attorney General. Closings are cash transactions not contingent upon buyer financing, properties can take 6 months or longer to close.
10% Earnest Money Deposit Required after NCDOT approval of high bid.
10% Buyer Premium
*NCDOT properties are classified Class A, Class B, Class C:
Class A – A property (i) whose size and road access are sufficient to allow commercial or residential development of one or more stand-alone projects without requiring the acquisition of additional real property and (ii) whose size and shape appear sufficient to allow compliance with applicable or proposed zoning and development standards for parking, setbacks, side and front yard requirements, and access.
Class B – A property (i) that does not meet the definition of a Class A property, but still may have significant value and (ii) that would enhance the value of adjacent land by allowing larger or more extensive uses when joined to the adjacent land.
Class C – A property that does not meet the definition of a Class A or Class B property and due to size or lack of access will be of interest mostly to an adjoining owner.
AUCTION MANAGER
Chris J Crawford
919.935.1974
Importance of Terms: New
Please take the time to read the following set of terms and conditions for the online auction. When you register to bid, you will have to acknowledge that you have read these terms and conditions. If you intend to register, the following items will pertain to you.
There will be no combo bidding on this auction - each lot will have an individual bid.
All high bids are subject to one 10 Day Upset bid period after the auction concludes. The period does not re-set if an upset bid is placed. Once the 10 Day period expires, the highest bid is sent for NCDOT approval. A 5% Raise of Bid or greater is required for each raise during 10 Day Upset bid period.
The highest bid received at the conclusion of the 10 Day Upset Bid period is submitted for the first round of NCDOT approval. If approved, the buyer will receive a purchase contract.
All closings to take place at the discretion and within the offices of the NCDOT and NC Attorney General.
Agency:
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. is acting as agent of NCDOT and at no time acting on behalf of the Buyer. The Auctioneer reserves the right to bid on items on behalf of the Seller as permissible by the Uniform Commercial Code.
Buyer's Premium:
There will be a Ten Percent (10%) Buyer’s Premium added to the final bid price to determine the final contract purchase price. In order to verify that the credit card used for registration is valid, the bidding platform requires a $100.00 authorization hold be placed on credit cards in order to register to bid. This charge will be removed within a 24-hour time period after registration.
Auction Ending:
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. Online Auctions are timed events and all bidding will begin to close at a specified time. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. online auctions also have an auto-extend feature. Any bid placed in the final five minutes for an auction item will automatically add 5 minutes to the time the bid was placed. Example: If an auction item is scheduled to close at 3:00 and receives a bid at 2:56, the close time will automatically extend to 3:05. The auto-extend feature will continue until there is a five-minute period without a bid being placed on each item in the auction.
Time Reduction:
In the event that the auto-extend time needs to be decreased, Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. may decrease the extended time amount at any time during the auction until the close of bidding. A Pop-Up Message in the Instant Message Center on the bidding page will notify Bidders prior to the time reduction.
Outbid / Back-In Notification:
During this auction process, there is a chance that you will be overbid. At that time, you will receive an outbid notification. If you place another bid raise, you will then receive a back-in notification. Until the auction begins to close, the bidding software will notify Bidders by email when they have been outbid. Bidders may also find out if they have been outbid by refreshing the individual lot information. Due to varying internet connections and speed, sometimes email notifications can be delayed. We are not responsible for failure of any part of the bidding process or internet bidding.
Property Information & Inspection:
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and NCDOT is not responsible for any missing or incorrect listing information. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. has attempted to provide accurate descriptions; however, it is the Bidder's responsibility to conduct inspections to determine the condition and feasibility of the Bidder’s intended use. Descriptions and appraisal reports that are provided by Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. are provided in good faith and are matters of opinion. It is automatically acknowledged by registering that you have personally inspected the property, hired an agent to inspect the property, or waived your right to inspect the property. Placing a bid creates a contractual agreement to purchase the property at the high bid price plus a Buyer’s Premium and any additional fees included in closing the real property transaction.
Auctioneer's Discretion:
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. has full discretion to modify the date and time, order, and details of the auction for any reason or no reason at all, including but not limited to technical issues, emergencies, and the convenience of Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. or the Seller.
Server & Software Technical Issues:
In the event there are technical difficulties related to the server, software or any other online auction-related technologies, Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and the Seller reserve the right to extend bidding, continue the bidding, or close the bidding. Neither the company providing the software (MarkNet) nor Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc., or the Seller shall be held responsible for a missed bid or the failure of the software to function properly for any reason. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. may send email notifications to registered Bidders with updated information as deemed necessary.
Payment Terms:
Ten Percent (10%) of the final contract purchase price is required as non-refundable earnest money in the form of a certified check, cash or wire transfer. The earnest money deposit is due within 48-hours of the first approval of highest bid by NCDOT. There are multiple levels of approval within NCDOT and NCDOT reserves the right to cancel a contract prior to closing for any reason, even after purchase offer signing and earnest deposit are received.
Once earnest money deposit is received, the balance of the contract purchase price is due at closing, which shall be due upon notification to the purchaser by Iron Horse Auction Company, which is initiated by NCDOT, at the discretion of the NC Attorney General’s office. Closings can take 60 to 90 days or more to complete. Closings are at the discretion of NCDOT and the NC Attorney General. In the event the Seller cannot produce a deed with insurable title, the earnest money deposit will be refunded. Purchaser shall be responsible for all wire transfer fees. Closing will be as specified in the Auction Purchase Contract. This online only auction is a cash transaction not contingent on or subject to financing, appraisal, survey or inspections of any kind, as agreed to by the Bidders and/or Buyers at registration and specified in the Auction Purchase Contact on the event page of each specific auction.
Auction Purchase Contract:
The contract is required to be fully and correctly executed, without any modifications and properly signed within 48-hours of the first round of NCDOT approval of highest bid.
Closing:
Closings are at the discretion and timing of NCDOT and the NC Attorney General. Closings are not attended by purchasers. Deeds are filed electronically with the cost of electronic filing being determined by county. (Most counties are $31.00 per property filing) Buyer is responsible for electronic filing cost. Closings can take 60 to 90 days or more to complete. Closings are at the discretion of NCDOT and the NC Attorney General. In the event the Seller cannot produce a deed with insurable title, the earnest money deposit will be refunded. Purchaser shall be responsible for all wire transfer fees. Closing will be as specified in the Auction Purchase Contract. This online only auction is a cash transaction not contingent on or subject to financing, appraisal, survey or inspections of any kind, as agreed to by the Bidders and/or Buyers at registration and specified in the Auction Purchase Contact on the event page of each specific auction.
Closing Costs:
Buyer’s closing costs can include new boundary survey, title search fees, title insurance premiums, recording fee of documents, Buyer’s prorated items and any other fees required for closing. Seller’s closing costs are limited to their portion of the prorated tax, revenue stamps and the cost of deed preparation. It is understood that Closings are at the discretion and timing of NCDOT and the NC Attorney General. The NC Attorney Generals office will perform the closing function which includes but is not limited to the preparation of settlement statement, distribution of funds and recording of all required documents. The Purchaser shall have the right to have a title examination made at the expense of the Purchaser.
Property Condition:
All property in this auction is selling “AS-IS, WHERE IS” with all faults, if any. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and NCDOT makes no representations or warranties, expressed or implied, concerning the property. Descriptions of the property are believed to be correct, but are not guaranteed. It is the Buyer’s responsibility to conduct any inspection prior to the auction. All due diligence periods end the date the auction is scheduled to end, and prior to the end of the auction. It is possible that the property being sold is subject to restrictive covenants and homeowner’s association rules, regulations and dues. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. has attempted to find or locate all information deemed material facts. Ultimately, it is the Buyer’s responsibility to inspect all aspects of the property before placing a bid. No sale shall be invalidated by the Buyer as a result of he/she not conducting their own inspection prior to placing a bid or doing due diligence. It is automatically acknowledged by placing a bid that you have personally inspected the property, hired an agent to inspect the property or waived your right to inspect the property.
Legal Interpretations:
The laws of the State of North Carolina shall interpret this document.
Disputes:
Any and all causes of action resulting from this auction shall be heard in the General Court of Justice of Richmond County, North Carolina, or at a location of NCDOT preference.
Auction Bidder and/or Buyer Default:
The successful Bidder and/or Buyer not executing and returning the contract with the earnest money deposit within 48 hours of the conclusion of the auction will be considered in default and will be black-flagged in our database as a Non-Paying Bidder and will no longer be allowed to participate in our auctions. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. reserves the right to sell to the next highest qualified Bidder in the event the successful high Bidder does not comply with the terms of the sale. By bidding on the property, the Buyer agrees to all terms and conditions set forth. The contract is required to be fully and correctly completed, without any modifications and properly signed. A contract that is incomplete, incorrect, or modified in any respect, is considered to be in default. By registering and placing a bid, you agree that if you happen to become a Default Bidder or Non-Paying Bidder, Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. has the right to charge your credit card for the amount equal to the Ten Percent (10%) earnest money deposit, which shall be non-refundable.
Auction Administrative Fee
In the event a winning Bidder fails to submit the properly signed "Contract For Sale of Real Property" and earnest money deposit as provided in the pre-stipulated Auction Terms & Conditions, the winning Bidder will be charged an administrative fee of $2,500.00 on the credit card provided at auction registration. Additional default remedies are reserved by Iron Horse Auction Company and the Seller as provided in the Auction Terms & Conditions and "Contract for Sale of Real Property". All administrative fees are non-refundable.
Auction Cancellation – Bid Rejection:
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and NCDOT reserve the right to reject any and all bids for any reason. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and NCDOT reserve the right to cancel this auction, or remove any item or lot from this auction prior to the close of bidding even if a bid has been placed, unless the auction is advertised Without Reserve.
Acceptance of Bid Prices:
All bids are subject to Seller confirmation unless the auction is advertised Without Reserve. The successful Bidder and/or Buyer will be required to enter into a Purchase Agreement immediately following the close of the auction. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. will email documents to be executed and they need to be faxed or emailed back to Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. within 48 hours of the end of the auction. Successful Bidders and/or Buyers not executing and returning contracts with earnest money deposit within 48 hours, will be considered in default. Any and all inspections that a Buyer may want must be completed at the Buyer’s expense prior to the end of the auction. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. reserves the right to sell to the next highest qualified Bidder if the winning Bidder is in default of these terms. Winning Bidder and/or Buyer must execute the contract with no changes, modification, additions or deletion. In the event that you find yourself as a Bidder in default, you will be black-flagged as a NON-PAYING BIDDER and will not be allowed to participate in any further Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. auctions.
Title:
As specified in the Auction Purchase Contract.
Deed:
As specified in the Auction Purchase Contract.
Possession:
Not given until closing and further specified in the Auction Purchase Contract.
Real Estate Taxes and Closing Cost:
Taxes will be prorated to the day of closing using the most current available year’s tax amount. HOA fees and condominium assessments, if any, will be prorated up to the date of closing. The purchaser will pay all other closing costs associated with the purchaser’s side of the sale, including local and state recording fees.
Easements:
Subject to any and all easements recorded or unrecorded.
Zoning:
This property is subject to all state and local zoning ordinances.
Acreage & Aerial Photos:
Parcel dimensions and acreages are based on legal descriptions. Aerial photos are for illustration purposes only and not surveyed boundary lines.
Bidder Verification:
The identity of all Bidders will be verified. Bidding rights are provisional, and if complete verification is not possible, Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. will reject the registration, and bidding activity will be terminated. NCDOT and Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. reserve the right to refuse service to any person who they feel to be fraudulent.
Bidder Responsibilities:
Bidder responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Bidders agree to keep their username and password confidential, as they are responsible for ANY and ALL activity involving their account. When using the website, you must obey any and all local, state, and federal laws. Violations will result in termination of website use privileges. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and its employees may bid on auctions. We gather aggregate information from the website, which may include but is not limited to the number of page visitors, most visited pages, and any and all correspondence.
Guaranty Agreement:
By submitting a bid in the name of a business entity or corporation, the individual submitting the bid enters into a guaranty agreement whereby he or she personally guarantees earnest money payment to Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc and the subsequent closing and payment in full at that time .
Age Requirement:
All Bidders must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
Chris J Crawford
Auctioneer & REALTOR®
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc.
919.935.1974
www.IronHorseAuction.com
Serving the Southeast for over 30 years.
This message is the property of Iron Horse Auction Company Inc. or its affiliates. It may be legally privileged and/or confidential and is intended only for the use of the addressee(s). No addressee should forward, print, copy, or otherwise reproduce this message or any of it's attachments in any manner that would allow it to be viewed by any individual not originally listed as a recipient. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any unauthorized disclosure, dissemination, distribution, copying or the taking of any action in reliance on the information herein is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify the sender and delete this message.
Please take the time to read the following set of terms and conditions for the online auction. When you register to bid, you will have to acknowledge that you have read these terms and conditions. If you intend to register, the following items will pertain to you.
There will be no combo bidding on this auction - each lot will have an individual bid.
All high bids are subject to one 10 Day Upset bid period after the auction concludes. The period does not re-set if an upset bid is placed. Once the 10 Day period expires, the highest bid is sent for NCDOT approval. A 5% Raise of Bid or greater is required for each raise during 10 Day Upset bid period.
The highest bid received at the conclusion of the 10 Day Upset Bid period is submitted for the first round of NCDOT approval. If approved, the buyer will receive a purchase contract.
All closings to take place at the discretion and within the offices of the NCDOT and NC Attorney General.
Agency:
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. is acting as agent of NCDOT and at no time acting on behalf of the Buyer. The Auctioneer reserves the right to bid on items on behalf of the Seller as permissible by the Uniform Commercial Code.
Buyer's Premium:
There will be a Ten Percent (10%) Buyer’s Premium added to the final bid price to determine the final contract purchase price. In order to verify that the credit card used for registration is valid, the bidding platform requires a $100.00 authorization hold be placed on credit cards in order to register to bid. This charge will be removed within a 24-hour time period after registration.
Auction Ending:
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. Online Auctions are timed events and all bidding will begin to close at a specified time. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. online auctions also have an auto-extend feature. Any bid placed in the final five minutes for an auction item will automatically add 5 minutes to the time the bid was placed. Example: If an auction item is scheduled to close at 3:00 and receives a bid at 2:56, the close time will automatically extend to 3:05. The auto-extend feature will continue until there is a five-minute period without a bid being placed on each item in the auction.
Time Reduction:
In the event that the auto-extend time needs to be decreased, Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. may decrease the extended time amount at any time during the auction until the close of bidding. A Pop-Up Message in the Instant Message Center on the bidding page will notify Bidders prior to the time reduction.
Outbid / Back-In Notification:
During this auction process, there is a chance that you will be overbid. At that time, you will receive an outbid notification. If you place another bid raise, you will then receive a back-in notification. Until the auction begins to close, the bidding software will notify Bidders by email when they have been outbid. Bidders may also find out if they have been outbid by refreshing the individual lot information. Due to varying internet connections and speed, sometimes email notifications can be delayed. We are not responsible for failure of any part of the bidding process or internet bidding.
Property Information & Inspection:
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and NCDOT is not responsible for any missing or incorrect listing information. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. has attempted to provide accurate descriptions; however, it is the Bidder's responsibility to conduct inspections to determine the condition and feasibility of the Bidder’s intended use. Descriptions and appraisal reports that are provided by Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. are provided in good faith and are matters of opinion. It is automatically acknowledged by registering that you have personally inspected the property, hired an agent to inspect the property, or waived your right to inspect the property. Placing a bid creates a contractual agreement to purchase the property at the high bid price plus a Buyer’s Premium and any additional fees included in closing the real property transaction.
Auctioneer's Discretion:
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. has full discretion to modify the date and time, order, and details of the auction for any reason or no reason at all, including but not limited to technical issues, emergencies, and the convenience of Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. or the Seller.
Server & Software Technical Issues:
In the event there are technical difficulties related to the server, software or any other online auction-related technologies, Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and the Seller reserve the right to extend bidding, continue the bidding, or close the bidding. Neither the company providing the software (MarkNet) nor Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc., or the Seller shall be held responsible for a missed bid or the failure of the software to function properly for any reason. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. may send email notifications to registered Bidders with updated information as deemed necessary.
Payment Terms:
Ten Percent (10%) of the final contract purchase price is required as non-refundable earnest money in the form of a certified check, cash or wire transfer. The earnest money deposit is due within 48-hours of the first approval of highest bid by NCDOT. There are multiple levels of approval within NCDOT and NCDOT reserves the right to cancel a contract prior to closing for any reason, even after purchase offer signing and earnest deposit are received.
Once earnest money deposit is received, the balance of the contract purchase price is due at closing, which shall be due upon notification to the purchaser by Iron Horse Auction Company, which is initiated by NCDOT, at the discretion of the NC Attorney General’s office. Closings can take 60 to 90 days or more to complete. Closings are at the discretion of NCDOT and the NC Attorney General. In the event the Seller cannot produce a deed with insurable title, the earnest money deposit will be refunded. Purchaser shall be responsible for all wire transfer fees. Closing will be as specified in the Auction Purchase Contract. This online only auction is a cash transaction not contingent on or subject to financing, appraisal, survey or inspections of any kind, as agreed to by the Bidders and/or Buyers at registration and specified in the Auction Purchase Contact on the event page of each specific auction.
Auction Purchase Contract:
The contract is required to be fully and correctly executed, without any modifications and properly signed within 48-hours of the first round of NCDOT approval of highest bid.
Closing:
Closings are at the discretion and timing of NCDOT and the NC Attorney General. Closings are not attended by purchasers. Deeds are filed electronically with the cost of electronic filing being determined by county. (Most counties are $31.00 per property filing) Buyer is responsible for electronic filing cost. Closings can take 60 to 90 days or more to complete. Closings are at the discretion of NCDOT and the NC Attorney General. In the event the Seller cannot produce a deed with insurable title, the earnest money deposit will be refunded. Purchaser shall be responsible for all wire transfer fees. Closing will be as specified in the Auction Purchase Contract. This online only auction is a cash transaction not contingent on or subject to financing, appraisal, survey or inspections of any kind, as agreed to by the Bidders and/or Buyers at registration and specified in the Auction Purchase Contact on the event page of each specific auction.
Closing Costs:
Buyer’s closing costs can include new boundary survey, title search fees, title insurance premiums, recording fee of documents, Buyer’s prorated items and any other fees required for closing. Seller’s closing costs are limited to their portion of the prorated tax, revenue stamps and the cost of deed preparation. It is understood that Closings are at the discretion and timing of NCDOT and the NC Attorney General. The NC Attorney Generals office will perform the closing function which includes but is not limited to the preparation of settlement statement, distribution of funds and recording of all required documents. The Purchaser shall have the right to have a title examination made at the expense of the Purchaser.
Property Condition:
All property in this auction is selling “AS-IS, WHERE IS” with all faults, if any. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and NCDOT makes no representations or warranties, expressed or implied, concerning the property. Descriptions of the property are believed to be correct, but are not guaranteed. It is the Buyer’s responsibility to conduct any inspection prior to the auction. All due diligence periods end the date the auction is scheduled to end, and prior to the end of the auction. It is possible that the property being sold is subject to restrictive covenants and homeowner’s association rules, regulations and dues. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. has attempted to find or locate all information deemed material facts. Ultimately, it is the Buyer’s responsibility to inspect all aspects of the property before placing a bid. No sale shall be invalidated by the Buyer as a result of he/she not conducting their own inspection prior to placing a bid or doing due diligence. It is automatically acknowledged by placing a bid that you have personally inspected the property, hired an agent to inspect the property or waived your right to inspect the property.
Legal Interpretations:
The laws of the State of North Carolina shall interpret this document.
Disputes:
Any and all causes of action resulting from this auction shall be heard in the General Court of Justice of Richmond County, North Carolina, or at a location of NCDOT preference.
Auction Bidder and/or Buyer Default:
The successful Bidder and/or Buyer not executing and returning the contract with the earnest money deposit within 48 hours of the conclusion of the auction will be considered in default and will be black-flagged in our database as a Non-Paying Bidder and will no longer be allowed to participate in our auctions. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. reserves the right to sell to the next highest qualified Bidder in the event the successful high Bidder does not comply with the terms of the sale. By bidding on the property, the Buyer agrees to all terms and conditions set forth. The contract is required to be fully and correctly completed, without any modifications and properly signed. A contract that is incomplete, incorrect, or modified in any respect, is considered to be in default. By registering and placing a bid, you agree that if you happen to become a Default Bidder or Non-Paying Bidder, Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. has the right to charge your credit card for the amount equal to the Ten Percent (10%) earnest money deposit, which shall be non-refundable.
Auction Administrative Fee
In the event a winning Bidder fails to submit the properly signed "Contract For Sale of Real Property" and earnest money deposit as provided in the pre-stipulated Auction Terms & Conditions, the winning Bidder will be charged an administrative fee of $2,500.00 on the credit card provided at auction registration. Additional default remedies are reserved by Iron Horse Auction Company and the Seller as provided in the Auction Terms & Conditions and "Contract for Sale of Real Property". All administrative fees are non-refundable.
Auction Cancellation – Bid Rejection:
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and NCDOT reserve the right to reject any and all bids for any reason. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and NCDOT reserve the right to cancel this auction, or remove any item or lot from this auction prior to the close of bidding even if a bid has been placed, unless the auction is advertised Without Reserve.
Acceptance of Bid Prices:
All bids are subject to Seller confirmation unless the auction is advertised Without Reserve. The successful Bidder and/or Buyer will be required to enter into a Purchase Agreement immediately following the close of the auction. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. will email documents to be executed and they need to be faxed or emailed back to Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. within 48 hours of the end of the auction. Successful Bidders and/or Buyers not executing and returning contracts with earnest money deposit within 48 hours, will be considered in default. Any and all inspections that a Buyer may want must be completed at the Buyer’s expense prior to the end of the auction. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. reserves the right to sell to the next highest qualified Bidder if the winning Bidder is in default of these terms. Winning Bidder and/or Buyer must execute the contract with no changes, modification, additions or deletion. In the event that you find yourself as a Bidder in default, you will be black-flagged as a NON-PAYING BIDDER and will not be allowed to participate in any further Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. auctions.
Title:
As specified in the Auction Purchase Contract.
Deed:
As specified in the Auction Purchase Contract.
Possession:
Not given until closing and further specified in the Auction Purchase Contract.
Real Estate Taxes and Closing Cost:
Taxes will be prorated to the day of closing using the most current available year’s tax amount. HOA fees and condominium assessments, if any, will be prorated up to the date of closing. The purchaser will pay all other closing costs associated with the purchaser’s side of the sale, including local and state recording fees.
Easements:
Subject to any and all easements recorded or unrecorded.
Zoning:
This property is subject to all state and local zoning ordinances.
Acreage & Aerial Photos:
Parcel dimensions and acreages are based on legal descriptions. Aerial photos are for illustration purposes only and not surveyed boundary lines.
Bidder Verification:
The identity of all Bidders will be verified. Bidding rights are provisional, and if complete verification is not possible, Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. will reject the registration, and bidding activity will be terminated. NCDOT and Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. reserve the right to refuse service to any person who they feel to be fraudulent.
Bidder Responsibilities:
Bidder responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Bidders agree to keep their username and password confidential, as they are responsible for ANY and ALL activity involving their account. When using the website, you must obey any and all local, state, and federal laws. Violations will result in termination of website use privileges. Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. and its employees may bid on auctions. We gather aggregate information from the website, which may include but is not limited to the number of page visitors, most visited pages, and any and all correspondence.
Guaranty Agreement:
By submitting a bid in the name of a business entity or corporation, the individual submitting the bid enters into a guaranty agreement whereby he or she personally guarantees earnest money payment to Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc and the subsequent closing and payment in full at that time .
Age Requirement:
All Bidders must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
Chris J Crawford
Auctioneer & REALTOR®
Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc.
919.935.1974
www.IronHorseAuction.com
Serving the Southeast for over 30 years.
This message is the property of Iron Horse Auction Company Inc. or its affiliates. It may be legally privileged and/or confidential and is intended only for the use of the addressee(s). No addressee should forward, print, copy, or otherwise reproduce this message or any of it's attachments in any manner that would allow it to be viewed by any individual not originally listed as a recipient. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any unauthorized disclosure, dissemination, distribution, copying or the taking of any action in reliance on the information herein is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify the sender and delete this message.