Terms and Conditions

MAXWELLS

~ of Wilmslow ~

ANTIQUE AND GENERAL AUCTIONEERS AND VALUERS

Selling at Auction

Commission with insurance - 15%
Single items over £1,000 - 10%
Entry fee per lot - £1.50

A charge may be made for inclusion of images of lots in catalogues and/or adverts where deemed appropriate by the Auctioneers.

All charges are exclusive of VAT at 17.5%.

Carriage can be arranged by the Auctioneers if required. An hourly rate plus VAT is charged by the carrier.

A disposal fee may be charged for items unsaleable at auction.

The Auctioneers reserve the right to charge 5% of the reserve price of any unsold lots.

Buying at Auction

Buyers Premium – 15% plus VAT at 17.5% is payable on all lots.

Full conditions of sale are available from the Auctioneers.

Valuations

Probate – 2% of the first £10,000 and then 1% on the residual amount valued
Insurance – 1% of the first £30,000 and ½% on the residual amount valued will be charged, plus VAT.
Minimum charge for a valuation in situ – £150 plus VAT

Fees for single items, an hourly rate or for very large valuations may be agreed by negotiation. Travelling and other expenses may be charged in addition to the basic fee.