Ranch and Farm Auction Articles
Explore our comprehensive guides on land and farm auctions, designed to help buyers navigate the process with confidence. From first-time auction tips to bidding strategies and understanding easements, our articles provide the insights you need to make informed decisions and maximize your land investment. Whether you're purchasing rural property or exploring farm auctions, we've got you covered.
What Does a Ringman Do at a Land Auction?
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But what about the guys walking the floor pointing at everyone and yelling “yep,” “here,” and a host of other confirmation words? Those individuals are called auction ringmen, and the auction ringman’s crew. They serve as bid spotters and the bridge between bidders and professional auctioneers. Because, without spot bidders, auctions can get out of hand. Here’s what you should know about ringman auction action, with input from Ranch & Farm’s very own Cody Lowderman (https://ranchandfarmauctions.com/articles), one of the best auctioneers in the nation.
Published on 2026-04-10
How Online Land Auctions Work: A Step-by-Step Guide for Buyers
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While that scenario is not what most auction goers are used to, that’s the reality of attending real estate auctions in 2026. Most follow the hybrid (simulcast) auction model, meaning people can bid in-person, online, or over the phone. Here’s how online land auctions work, with a step-by-step understanding for buyers.
Published on 2026-04-10
10 Ways an Auction Marketing Plan Produces Successful Auctions
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A significant — and oftentimes overlooked — element of auction success includes advertising and marketing. Landowners rarely understand the nuances of this, and to be honest, many auction houses don’t fully grasp it, either. Read on to learn how Ranch & Farm Auctions leads the industry in auction advertising and auction marketing.
Published on 2025-12-30
What Buyers Need to Know About Multi-Tract Auctions
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Those who plan to consider buying a land tract, and bid on a land tract at auction, must understand the nuances of tract bidding. While various auction houses do things differently, the following information is based on the process implemented by Ranch & Farm Auctions. Here’s what buyers need to know about multi-tract auctions.
Published on 2025-12-30
Pre-Auction Checklist for Land Buyers
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Auctions comprise a significant percentage of modern real estate transactions. It’s highly likely that many of those who plan to purchase land end up doing so at auction. However, those unfamiliar with the process should be aware of important steps to take prior to auction day. In fact, some things must be completed weeks, if not months, prior to bidding. Take the proper steps to complete the pre-auction checklist.
Published on 2025-12-30