First Bidder Discount

When you add an auction listing, you have the option to specify a First Bidder Discount (see the drop down box above for the current options). By specifying a First Bidder Discount, you can encourage buyers to place a bid early and not wait to "snipe" the auction at the last second. 

When you choose one of the options, you item will have the icon next to it's Auction title listing and on it's View item description page.  This icon is visible to all users until 24 hours prior to the scheduled closing time of the auction (if the buyer waits until the last day to bid, they will not receive the discount).  This icon always remains visible to the seller and will be visible to the winning bidder after the auction closes.

The only time a  First Bidder Discount offer can be selected is when the auctioneer creates the auction or when they relist the auction.

First Bidder Discount Rules:

  • The first bid must be placed at least 24 hours before the item is scheduled to end to qualify the discount.
  • The First Bidder Discount does not apply to items bought using the Purchase Now option.
  • The first bidder receives the First Bidder Discount if they win the auction, regardless if they have to bid again
  • The First Bidder Discount does apply to reserve auctions, as long as their winning bid meets the reserve.
  • The First Bidder Discount icon is automatically removed 24 hours prior to the auction's scheduled closing.
  • Sellers can use the Bid History link on their item listing to determine if the winning bidder qualifies for the First Bidder discount.
  • Buyers are responsible for claiming their discount if the seller forgets to offer it in the end-of-auction payment terms.

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