Ben Ladage Auctions Inc.
Terms & Conditions
We do everything possible to make our auctions fair and transparent.
1. Before bidding on-site, online or by proxy at Ben Ladage Auction Inc. auctions, you must read and accept the Terms and Conditions of Bidding. Read these terms carefully. When you sign your Bidder Registration Agreement, bid live at auction or click the "accept" button online, you enter into a binding legal agreement with Ben Ladage Auctions.
2. Payment for Ben Ladage Auctions are cash and credit card. Checks must be approved prior to auction closing. A returned check or not sufficient funds check will be charged $25 processing fee. (NO CREDIT CARD CHARGE ON 15% BP CHARGES)
3. All bids submitted to Ben Ladage Auctions are final and irrevocable, whether they are submitted in person, online or by proxy. If you are the highest bidder and the auctioneer announces the lot as sold to you, you are the new owner of that item. All sales are final.
4. Ben Ladage Auction sells each and every item "as is, where is." We make no representations or warranties with respect to the items in our auctions. We recommend that you visit the auction site to inspect any items you'd like to buy before bidding on auction day. You may also send someone to the site to conduct the inspection on your behalf.
5. Ben Ladage Auctions expressly forbids owners and their agents from bidding on any item they have consigned to an auction. This applies to on-site, online and proxy bidding.
6. Every item becomes the responsibility of the new owner as soon as the auctioneer announces that an item has been sold. If you are the highest bidder, you are responsible for insuring your purchase immediately.
7. Registration to bid is free. Ben Ladage Auctions reserves the right to refuse the issuing of a bidding cards auction service, and overall business if we see fit.
8. An administrative fee (or listed as BP) on most online purchases
A. This administrative fee applies to on-site, online and proxy purchases.
B. This administrative fee may be waived for purchases made in person at our auctions.
9. Buyers cannot take possession of or remove their purchases from the auction site until the total purchase price (including applicable taxes or fees) has been paid in full. Purchases must be removed from the site by the time specified in the auction catalogue or on the auction details page on this website.
10. Shipping is provided by Ben Ladage Auctions. Upon completion of auction Ben Ladage Auctions will box and weigh items to be shipped and delivered. It is up to the bidder (auction winner) to pay for the shipping of items. We do not ship large items without pre-approval prior to auction closing.
11. To bid in this auction on-line you will need to register with a valid credit card via our secure Auction Flex registration gateway. Credit card is the default payment method. Payment will be deducted from your credit card after invoicing if payment by alternative method has not been made for to auction close.
12. Ben Ladage Auctions Inc. are not responsilble for any human or computer errors.
13. All announcements made on sale day shall supersede any prior advertisements. Items sold as is where is with no guarantee unless otherwise stated prior.
14. Any items being sold with a description in regard to condition, age, rarity, origin, etc. are descriptions of opinion only. The bidder accepts full responsibility in determining the value and/or authenticity of the merchandise being sold. All items sold "AS-IS", "WHERE-IS" with no warranties implied. Shipping will be have to be arranged by buyer
Items are sold "as is" with no warranty and that items may not be returned. The auctioneer is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the description of the merchandise. The auctioneer is not responsible for any internet services fails. The auctioneer is not responsible for any missed bids from live, internet, absentee, phone, or simulcast bids
15. Winning online bidders: Items can be shipped or picked up. Some large items we do not ship, contact our office prior to bidding to insure shipping on large items.
16. Winning online bidders: We ask you contact us if you would like your items shipped. If we do not hear from you after 48 Hours, we will go ahead with shipping out of state buyer items using the billing information provided. As alway we will try and keep shipping cost to a minimum cost while still maintaining item integrity.
17. When you register with Ben Ladage Auctions you allow us to use your provided email address, mailing address, and phone number for marketing information. We will not sell your information. Opt-Out is availabe on all marketing.
18. Credit cards will be billed at conclusion of the auction and a paid invoice will be emailed to you. If shipping, we will send a separate invoice via email with your tracking number and shipping cost. You can pay by cash if you let us know prior to billing Credit Card.
19. **NEW BLA ONLINE POLICY** - No checks accepted without prior approval or established business with Ben Ladage Auctions. We will accept checks with bank letter of credit. Please contact Ben Ladage Auctions with any questions. 217-652-0924 or auctions@benladage.com
20. Items not picked up within 10 days of original pickup date are forfeit and become property of Ben Ladage Auctions. IF YOU CAN NOT MAKE THE PICKUP DAY, PLEASE DO NOT BID. I am sorry but we cannot make arrangements with every bidder for a different date. Please contact our office if you have any question. A $5 per item per day storage fee can be added by the auction company for any thing not picked up on pickup day up to the 10-day deadline. We are not trying to be difficult or mean with this, it is we have other items coming in and need the space. We will try to work with you if you contact us. Thanks!

Guitars, Instruments, Sound Equipment Online Auction Featuring: Guitars, Violins, Drums, Sound Equipment and More Auction of former Virden Music Shop, Virden Illinois 50+ lot Auction "JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS" ENDING: Thursday December 17th - 7:00PM VIEWING: Monday Dec. 14th 4:00pm-6:00pm or Contact Ben Ladage Auction to set up a viewing (217-652-0924) Located at our Chatham Location - 101 W. Mulberry, Chatham IL PICK UP: Saturday December 19th 10:00am-Noon Items must be picked up on this date only! 101 W. Mulberry, Chatham IL Ben Ladage Auctions Inc. Auburn IL - 217-652-0924 View and Bid at www.benladage.com Ben Ladage Auctions presents another great online auction! This auction will feature instruments and equipment from the former Virden Music Shop, Virden IL. We will have an online auction with a "soft close" ending Thursday December 17th - 7:00PM Please see lot description for additional information on items. Questions on a lot? Email auctions@benladage.com or 217-652-0924 for assistance 15% Buyer's premium will be charged per item. Please read Terms & Condition before bidding. This fee includes the credit card fee. NOT SURE HOW TO BID ONLINE? WE CAN HELP, CONTACT OUR OFFICE AND WE WILL WALK THOUGH THE STEPS TO HELP! The best way to bid is to leave your max amount. If you try and bid when the auction is closing, many lots are closing at the same time and it can become confusing. ***PLEASE READ!*** IF YOU CAN NOT MAKE THIS PICKUP DAY, PLEASE DO NOT BID. I am sorry but we cannot make arrangements with every bidder for a different date. Please contact our office if you have any question. Thank you Items not picked up are forfeit and become property of Ben Ladage Auctions. We are not trying to be difficult or mean with this, but the home will be turned over to the new owners after the auction concludes. We will try to work with you if you contact us. Thank you! **If we have to pick up on your behalf, there is a minimum fee of at least $20 PER ITEM to remove the item from the home and bring to our facility in Auburn.** This is not to be mean, rude, or crude. It helps us keep track of items. Shipping: Yes, we are happy to work with our bidders on shipping. We try & use USPS Flat rate shipping as much as possible. We also offer shipping with Spee-Dee Delivery to their 9 state delivery zone. We will work to keep shipping cost down. There may be a $5, $10 or $15 handling fee depending on the size of your package and supplies require to pack your items for safe shipping. No shipping on large items unless Ben Ladage Auctions is contacted PRIOR to auction ending. Shipping refunds are determined by the USPS and will not include the Buyer's Premium. Thank you Payment: Credit cards will be billed at conclusion of the auction and a paid invoice will be emailed to you. If shipping, we will send a separate invoice via email with your tracking number and shipping cost. You can pay by check or cash if you let us know prior to billing Credit Card. **NEW BLA ONLINE POLICY** - No checks accepted without prior approval or established business with Ben Ladage Auctions. We will accept checks with bank letter of credit. Please contact Ben Ladage Auctions with any questions. 217-652-0924 Please read Terms & Condition before bidding. If you need any assistance in online bidding, please contact Ben Ladage Auctions prior to the last day of the auction. Ben Ladage Auctions will accept absentee bids on item that will also include the 15% BP. All announcements made on sale day shall supersede any prior advertisements. Items sold as is where is with no guarantee unless otherwise stated prior. Any items being sold with a description in regard to condition, age, rarity, origin, etc. are descriptions of opinion only. The bidder accepts full responsibility in determining the value and/or authenticity of the merchandise being sold. All items sold "AS-IS", "WHERE-IS" with no warranties implied. Shipping will be have to be arranged by buyer Items are sold "as is" with no warranty and that items may not be returned. The auctioneer is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the description of the merchandise. The auctioneer is not responsible for any internet services fails. The auctioneer is not responsible for any missed bids from live, internet, absentee, phone, or simulcast bids. An invoice will be emailed to all winning bidders at the conclusion of the auction. Acceptable forms of payment are Mastercard, Visa, Discover, Debit Card, Cash or Check. The auction is a soft close auction which means that it starts to close at the time stated, however it is a staggered close meaning the entire auction does not close out at the time stated. If it is set to close at 7:00 p.m. the first lot will not close if someone has placed a bid in the last 3 minutes, then this item will stay open for 3 more minutes. This will continue until time is out. All lots will continue this way pick-up and removal of any items you may win at this auction. Your bidding is greatly appreciated.