NOTE: Any online bidders must contact Bontrager Real Estate & Auction Service prior to the auction to make arrangements for deposit and signing of contracts.

NOTE: ALL SUCCESSFUL ONLINE BIDDERS must pay deposit immediately following the live auction with credit card. They will be charged 13% buyer's premium at that time. Contracts of sale will be signed by online bidders on Monday, April 1st from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Bontrager's Auction Center.

Please also note: Bidders who attend the live auction will pay deposit immediately following the auction on Saturday with cash, certified bank draft (no personal checks) or credit card. At that time the contract of sale will be signed. Please plan on staying after the auction so that paperwork can be completed. Only online bidders will be able to sign contracts on Monday, April 1st.

GENESEE COUNTY: Genesee County will sell at Public Auction various parcels of real estate which have been conveyed to the County of Genesee by final judgment under the so-called "In Rem Tax Foreclosure Proceedings". This sale is ordered by the Genesee County Legislature and is in accordance with the appropriate provisions of the Real Property Tax Law.

This sale and sale of each and every parcel herein is upon the following terms:

1. All sales are made subject to confirmation and approval thereof by the Genesee County Legislature.

2. A non-refundable deposit of twenty-five percent (25%) of the final bid price for each parcel shall be paid the day of auction with a minimum deposit of $2,000.00 on any parcel. For any parcel selling for $2,000.00 or less, the full purchase price shall be due day of the auction. Payment shall be in cash or certified check (a bank draft made out to yourself).

3. There will be a ten percent (10%) Buyers Premium added to the final bid price on each property. This then shall become your purchase price.

4. The balance of the successful and accepted bid for each parcel shall be paid in cash or by certified check to the Genesee County Treasurer within thirty (30) days of the Auction confirmation by the Genesee County Legislature. For closing information, call 585-344-2550, Ext. 2210.

5. Upon payment of the balance, as above provided, the County of Genesee will deliver a standard form Bargain and Sale Deed which shall describe the parcel in the same manner as in the In Rem Foreclosure Deed to the County and which shall convey all of the right, title and interest of the County of Genesee in and to the said parcel. The County of Genesee will execute no warranties concerning the parcel or the title thereto and will not deliver or be responsible for abstracts, title searches, surveys, maps or other documents concerning the parcel whatsoever.

6. The County of Genesee shall in no event be or become liable for any defect in the title so conveyed for any cause whatsoever, or that no claim or demand of any nature shall ever be made against said Genesee County arising from such sale or conveyance or any proceedings leading thereto.

7. The successful and confirmed Purchaser shall take the parcel "as is" upon delivery of the above-stated deed, in such condition as the same exists at that date and subject to all alleged possessory or other claims and all covenants, easements, and restrictions of record. Also, any outstanding or current water and sewer charges shall be the responsibility of the Purchaser to pay.

8. The various parcels have been available for external viewing by any and all interested parties prior to this sale. There will be no formal open house on any property. No adjournment in bidding shall be allowed for further viewing of any parcel. Bontrager Real Estate and Auction Service cannot provide admittance to any parcel lot for closer inspection.

9. The various parcels shall be offered from the list of parcels previously available in such order and manner as the Auctioneer shall deem proper.

10. The Legislature reserves the right to set minimum opening bids on any or all parcels to be auctioned at any time prior to the Auction. The minimum opening bid on any parcel shall be $300.00.

NOTICE: The information in this catalog/brochure has been obtained from reliable sources. However, the Auctioneer makes no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy of the information herein contained. All announcements from the auction block take precedence over any printed or advertised material. The Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining any financing if needed.

It is understood that the Auctioneer is representing and acting as the agent for the Seller but will deal honestly, fairly and in good faith with any potential bidder/buyer.

Cooperating brokers must register their clients prior to March 22, 2019, in order to be compensated.



CITY OF BATAVIA: This sale and sale of each and every parcel herein is upon the following terms:

1. All sales are subject to final approval by the City Council of the City of Batavia. City Council may review the proposed purchaser's history in accordance with BMC §66-9(D) and decline to sell any parcel in Council's sole and complete discretion.

2. Bidders must be present at the time of auction.

3. A non-refundable deposit of twenty-five percent (25%) of the final bid price for each parcel shall be paid the day of auction with a minimum deposit of $1,000.00 on any parcel. For any parcel selling for $1,000.00 or less, the full purchase price shall be due day of the auction. Payment shall be in CASH, CERTIFIED CHECK OR BANK DRAFT (U.S. FUNDS) ONLY at the time the property is struck down. If such deposit is not made, the property will immediately be again offered for sale.

4. All sales must be closed within 21 days after notification of approval by the City Council. If a bidder should not close within the 21 day period, the deposit will be forfeited and the property re-sold, the bidder remaining liable to the City for breach of contract damages, costs, and attorney's fees.

5. If the City Council disapproves the sale or a successful bidder fails to close on the parcel, the City may offer the second bidder the opportunity to purchase the property at the bid price offered by that individual. In the event the second bidder agrees to purchase the parcel, all applicable terms and conditions of the sale apply.

6. The City WILL NOT provide a title search or survey.

7. The City will furnish a Quit Claim Deed to the purchaser and all deeds must be recorded at closing.

8. The purchaser is responsible for paying the New York State Real Property Transfer Tax, the Transportation Assistance Tax, and recording fees.

9. All properties are sold "AS IS" without any representation or warranty regarding title, value, condition, occupancy or suitability for a particular use.

10. All properties are sold subject to any existing tenancy, occupation, easement, restrictions, zoning regulations, and encroachments.

11. No bid assignments or name changes will be processed by the City after the date of the sale unless accompanied by a $250.00 fee (each), paid by the party requesting same. Any bid assignments will be subject to City Council review and approval.

12. The buyer or attorney will appear at closing at a date and time set by the City Attorney's Office at Genesee County Clerks Office and be responsible for recording same and acknowledges that title to said real property will not be transferred until such delivery of the Quit Claim Deed.

NOTICE: The information in this catalog/brochure has been obtained from reliable sources. However, the Auctioneer makes no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy of the information herein contained. All announcements from the auction block take precedence over any printed or advertised material. The Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining any financing if needed.

It is understood that the Auctioneer is representing and acting as the agent for the Seller but will deal honestly, fairly and in good faith with any potential bidder/buyer.

Cooperating brokers must register their clients prior to March 22, 2019, in order to be compensated.
PLEASE NOTE, FOR BOTH CITY AND COUNTY PROPERTIES:
Deposit is due the day of the auction in cash or certified check. (Personal check is not accepted.) Internet bidders must either pay the deposit via credit card with additional 3% fee applied, or leave a certified endorsed check with the auction company prior to the auction. Contracts must be signed by April 1, 2019 for Internet bidders.

Successful Live Auction Bidders should plan on staying until their contract has been signed and deposit has been paid.

Public auction of real estate offered by Genesee County and the City of Batavia, NY due to unpaid taxes. Please read terms and contracts before bidding. If any part of the terms or contract are not understood, it is recommended that an attorney be consulted prior to auction day. Deposit is due the day of the auction in cash or certified check. Personal check will not be accepted. Deposit is non-refundable. Contract of sale will be signed immediately following the auction, so plan on staying at the auction site until your paperwork has been completed. We are unable to delay the signing of the contract while the successful bidders secures the deposit. Payment of deposit is expected immediately after the auction closes. NOTE: Any online bidders must contact Bontrager Real Estate & Auction Service prior to the auction to make arrangements for deposit and signing of contracts. Internet bidding will be available prior to and during the live auction. If you are bidding over the internet, the deposit will be paid the day of the auction via credit card (additional 3% fee) or you can leave a certified endorsed check with the auction company prior to the auction date. For internet bidders only: The contract of sale will be signed on Monday April 1st between 9 - 10 a.m. Co-operating brokers must register their clients for this auction by 3/22/2019 in order to be compensated.