Located on cleared, rural 5 acres just outside of La Grange in the West Point area - Manufactured home built in 2013, 1800 square-foot, three bedroom, two full bath, primary bedroom has ensuite bath with garden tub and separate shower, walk-in closet - secondary bath has shower /tub combo - galley style kitchen with island, granite counters, large pantry, breakfast/dining area, utility room with washer/ dryer connections, central air/heat, kitchen is open to main living room and family room/den with fireplace, extra large covered porches located on front and back of home, backyard is partially fenced, Portable storage building built 2015, 480 ft.² for extra storage or spacious workshop area.
This property is being marketed via online auction. The seller has the right to accept, reject, or counter any offers before or post auction. If reserve price is not met, the seller has the right to accept, counter, or reject the high bid price in writing. There is a 10% buyer's premium that will be added to the final bid price. This applies to all offers. Be sure to read the full terms and conditions.
AUCTION OPENS FOR BIDDING: September 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM
AUCTION BEGINS CLOSING: October 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM
Auction Method: Timed Online, with staggered close. Auction will close 1 lot per minute, with auto-extend if lot is bid on in the final minute. Each time an item is bid on, in the final minute of closing, an additional minute will be added to the close time.
Property Preview Date: September 27th available by appointment. Contact 979.451.8725 to schedule.
Listing Broker Associate is also a Licensed Auctioneer TXL 17037.
Heather Kaspar TXL 17037
Buck Up! Auctions & Realty
Call/Text: 979.451.8725
REAL ESTATE AUCTION TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Thank you for participating in today's auction. Good luck!
All bidders must register acknowledging that they have read and agree to these "Terms and
Conditions” of the sale as outlined prior to bidding. It is important that you familiarize yourself with the
terms and conditions as all sales are final and irrevocable. The terms of sale are non negotiable.
Registration at the auction finalizes each bidder's agreement to the terms and conditions of the sale.
Do not bid until you have read the terms and conditions. Bidders may register online to bid on the
specific property in question. There is no fee to register although a valid credit card will be required to
verify identity and funds. By bidding you are representing to Buck Up Enterprises, LLC., Buck Up
Auctions, Buck Up Realty, Buck Up Property Consultants, LLC., ("Agent" and/or "Auctioneer") and the
seller that you have read and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions for this sale as stated
herein. If you do not agree with any of the terms and conditions stated DO NOT BID or you will be
bound by those terms and conditions. By bidding you agree to all disclosures.
Auctioneer's Note: Buck Up! Enterprises, LLC - dba Buck Up Auctions, has been contracted to sell
real property for the seller's associated with the property.
Property Address & Legal Description: Address: 1150 PRAIRIE VALLEY RD, WEST POINT, TX
78963 . Tax Map Number _86_ Zoning ____________ Deed Book Vol. 1694 page 559
Description of Property per Fayette County Texas CAD: Prop ID 88404_ABS A034 COOK J LG,5.0
ACRES,NO BLDGS OR M H and Prop ID 89952_MANUFACTURED HOME, STGS ONLY ON ANSTEAD
PROPERTY, LABEL #NTA1610062/3
Forms of Sale: Before Auction Offer - MLS List Price on this property is a price that the seller would
“consider” forgoing the auction process. The seller is not obligated to accept pre-auction offers. Seller
has the right to accept or reject any and all bids or counter the high bid or pre-auction offer of the
property, if seller’s reserve is not met. Offers may be placed up until 7:00 P.M. on DAY BEFORE THE
AUCTION CLOSES. If property does not go under contract prior to (date)_September 22,2024_, an
on-line auction will open on (date) _September 23,2024_ and bidding will close (date)_October 123
2024_ at 2:00 PM Central Time. All offers placed are irrevocable and subject to the terms and
conditions of the auction. Seller reserves the right, but is not obligated, to go under contract before
auction or may choose to open the auction at the offer price.
Auction Methods: Online Bidding to open when Terms & Conditions are approved by seller &
property auction is uploaded to bidding platform. Pre-Auction Offer period will be September 9, 2024
through September 22, 2024. If property does not go under contract during the pre-auction period -
the Online auction is scheduled to open on September 23,2024, and auction will begin closing on
October 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM Central Time. Auction will close via timed Online, with staggered close. Auction will close 1 lot per minute, with auto-extend if lot is bid on in the final minute. Each time an item is bid on, in the final minute of closing, an additional minute will be added to the close time. If needed, the high bid amount at the close of the online auction will serve as the starting bid at the live auction, in the event the seller and auctioneer agree and advertise on-site bidding. At this time, this property will NOT be offered at live on-site bidding. All bidding will take place online.
All online bidders have the choice to: let their offer/bid stand, show up and bid in person or place
proxy (phone/absentee) bids with the Bid Assistants/Auctioneers at the on-site auction, or via email, if
arranged prior to start of live auction, or at the Buck Up Auctions & Realty office located at 115 E.
Thigpen Carmine, TX. 78932. All funding approval must be approved at the bid amount or above.
**Note when obtaining bidding approval, we encourage you and/or your financial institution to provide
your maximum amount for bidding ability.
Onsite Auction Method: Buck Up! Auctions has the right to have an onsite auction if deemed
necessary. If the onsite auction is utilized, the terms and conditions will be updated, and all bidders
will be notified. Bid Assistants/Auctioneers will be onsite to accept bids in person, via phone, and via
left absentee bids. Auctioneer and Bid Assistants will also be available to assist you with app
downloads, registering to bid, & provide guidance, regarding the bidding process. The high bidder
will be announced at the completion of the auction. If onsite bidding is utilized, simulcast bidding will
be provided for online bidders.
By bidding or making an offer ON or BEFORE the auction, you are placing an irrevocable offer and
agreeing to pay your bidloffer price, plus the 10% buyer's premium added to the sale, creating the
final sales price and adhering to the terms & conditions that are a part of this transaction. The terms
outlined in this agreement will apply to any on-line or pre-auction offer.
Inspection/Preview: Preview Dates will be set and posted/marketed. Scheduled property preview
dates may be added, disclosed, and updated up until the day the auction closes. Dates and times
may be changed or adjusted. Please visit the Buck Up Website and App to view/receive alerts.
www.buckupauctions.com and www.bid.buckupauctions.com
Please text to schedule outside of pre-scheduled dates and times. For additional information, or
to schedule an appointment to preview - please text or email Heather at 979.421.0325 or
heather@buckupauctions.com -OR- the Buck Up Office at 979-451-8725 - PROPERTY IS
AVAILABLE TO VIEW DURING PREVIEW DATES and by AVAILABLE APPOINTMENT. If you are a
Licensed Real Estate Agent, text 979-421-0325 or 979-451-8725 to get access code. Agents must
accompany their client(s) for all showings, all appointments and follow up meetings.
Buyer’s Premium: There is a 10% BUYER’S PREMIUM on the sale of this property. 10% will be
added to the final bid price of the property and will become part of the final sales price at closing
and funding. This buyer’s premium also applies to pre- & post-auction offers.
*10% Buyer’s Premium Example: Bid Price: $100,000 Plus 10% Buyer’s Premium: $10,000
Total Contract Price: $110,000
Announcements: All announcements made the day of auction take precedence over any and all
previously written advertisements or any prior written or verbal terms of sale. Updates and
announcements will be made via the bidding app & may be made throughout the offer and bidding
process. The Auctioneer suggests that all bidders opt in for notifications when the app is
downloaded. Auctioneer and auction company are not responsible for missed notification. Seller
reserves the right to withdraw property from auction at any time.
Earnest Money: Upon the completion of the live auction the winning bidder will immediately make
an earnest money deposit of $___5,000.00___ U.S. dollars. The earnest money will be made in the
form of a personal (funds verified) or cashier's check payable to __Texas Country Title__ (Title
Company), entrusted to _Ashleigh Moehling__ (escrow officer). The remainder of the purchase
price is due upon closing. BIDDING IS NOT CONTINGENT UPON FINANCING APPROVAL. YOU
ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR FINAL BID PRICE, REGARDLESS OF FINANCING APPROVAL.
Required: Proof of funds or Letter from your bank is to be provided to the auctioneer/Broker, no
later than THE DAY BEFORE THE AUCTION – 5:00 P.M. Bidding abilities may be denied until
funds are verified. It is the responsibility of any Broker Rep/Agent representing a client to have
completed and returned the Buyer Representation/Broker Participation Form, no later than THE
DAY BEFORE THE AUCTION – 5:00 P.M.
Minerals: Seller ___does/ ___ does not own any mineral interest, but will convey surface rights to
the new owner.
Documentation: Upon the completion of the auction the winning bidder will sign a contract and any
supporting documents once Auctioneer/Broker receives Seller’s bid approval. The contract will be
on Texas Real Estate Commission and/or Texas Association of Realtors promulgated forms.
Completion of Purchase Documentation for Real Estate: The Auctioneer or Title Company shall
contact the approved buyer, within 24 hours immediately following the close of the auction. If buyer
is an online bidder: Buyer shall have two (2) days following the auction to return all completed Texas
Association of Realtors (TAR) documents or shall be subject to paying a liquidated damages
amount equal to the earnest money and buyers premium combined. If the winning bidder is in
person & reserve has been met, the winning bidder will fill out all necessary documentation at the
close of the auction. If you wish to have the purchase documents reviewed by an attorney, please
contact Auctioneer PRIOR to the auction and we will provide them to you for review so as to not
delay the post auction process. Be sure you have asked all of your questions prior to bidding.
Bidding Process: No bid may be withdrawn by a bidder once made to the Auctioneer or bidding
platform. All bids are an irrevocable offer to buy and shall remain valid and enforceable until the
Auctioneer declares the property "sold" and the auction has concluded. The Auctioneer reserves
the right, but has no obligation, to bid on behalf of the seller. The seller has the right to accept or
reject all bids. The Auctioneer will control any increments of bidding. The bidder's number is non
transferable.
Internet Bidding: This auction will feature online bidding. Bids may be taken from both online
bidders and bidders placing their max bid, allowing the platform to bid on their behalf. The sale will
be controlled both by the auctioneer personally and by the online bidding program. Auctioneer and
Bid Assistants will be available at scheduled preview days and day of sale to assist with app
downloads & bidding questions. Buck Up Auctions, Buck Up Property Consultants, LLC., Buck Up
Realty and its affiliates and assigns are not responsible for malfunctions or system errors which
cause a bid or bidder to fail to be recognized or registered. In the event of a dispute or loss of
internet bidding platform functionality, the online bidders and bidders that have placed a max bid,
accept that the auctioneer may re-open the bidding at the auctioneer's sole discretion and shall
serve as the sole arbiter as to who is or is not allowed to bid, restarting an auction, reaching out to
registered bidders by other means.
Acceptance of Bid Price: Seller has the right to accept or reject any and all bids or counter the
high bid of the property, if seller’s reserve is not met. The Buyer/Bidder is responsible to honor their
bid until the seller rejects the high bid in writing. The Auction Company will make every effort to
receive full acceptance upon the final bid of the live auction. Sellers may choose to extend the
online auction, if the reserve price is not met.
Real Estate Taxes and Assessments: Property taxes for the current year, 2024 will be prorated to
the date of closing and funding. The buyer(s) will be responsible for all taxes imposed after the
execution of the General/Special Warranty Deed.
Rollback Taxes: The buyer will be responsible for any "rollback" property taxes. Rollback taxes
may occur when the new buyer intends to use the property differently than its current use. An
example: a property being used for ag production changing to commercial use - non-ag related.
Contact attorney for further explanation.
Closing & Funding: Will take place on or before 45 DAYS FROM THE AUCTION DATE or sooner
at __Texas Country_Title__(Title Company), located at____103 S Main, Giddings, TX 78942 -OR-
215 N. Main St, La Grange, TX 78945 or appropriate satellite office location/or mobile notary
service __ or as soon as applicable closing documents, and due diligence has been completed.
Buyer & Seller will pay respective closing costs.
Possession: Upon closing and funding.
Title: A General Warranty Deed shall be executed by the owners of the property, conveying the real
estate to the buyer(s). Seller shall furnish to Buyer at Seller's expense an owner policy of title
insurance. Title will be issued by the selected title company in the amount of the sales price. In the
event that an issue arises when the title is pulled. The seller will have 120 days to remedy the issue,
or terms mutually agreed to between buyer and seller. In the event that the issue cannot be remedied,
Seller will refund earnest money to buyer.
Property specific information will be included in the Property Information Packet.
Survey: Seller has provided a survey dated 2013 referring to property as “Tract 2”. Buyer is
responsible for securing their own survey, if desired. Boundary markers ____are/ ____ are not
currently marking the property boundaries. Buyer is responsible for any and all information,
including, but not limited to: boundary lines, encroachments, and metes and bounds. This is in
the Property Information Packet (PIP). Buyers will be responsible for any additional survey costs
desired or required. The advertised legal description including but not limited to acreage, square
footages, and any other measurements are approximate and have been assessed based on
Appraisal District records, aerial photos, or other reliable sources. Information supplied by
Auctioneer should not be deemed reliable and prospective buyer should verify all legal
descriptions and boundary lines. If the survey provided does not meet prospective buyer's
needs, it will be the responsibility of the prospective buyer to pay for and furnish their own
survey.
Information of Brokerage Agency: Buck Up! Enterprises, LLC - dba Buck Up Auctions, in
conjunction with Buck Up Property Consultants and auction/realty personnel are exclusive
agents of the seller. An “Information about Brokerage Services” (IABS) form (TXR-2501) is
supplied in the PIP package. Texas Law requires all real estate licensees to supply this form to
all prospective buyers, tenants, and sellers.
Broker Rep/Agent Registration: Broker Reps/Agents must accompany their client at ALL showings
& register their client by 5:00 pm on the business day immediately preceding the auction via the
Buyer Representation/Broker Participation Form, no exceptions. It is the responsibility of any agent
representing a client to have completed and returned the Buyer Representation/Broker Participation Form by the published deadline. No registration forms will be accepted at the auction. Brokers Reps/Agents MUST accompany clients at all showings & inspections and attend the auction with their client, be present as their client executes any online bidding, to be offered full 3% commission.
Breach or Failure to Close (Default): If any conditions contained herein are not complied with by the
buyer, or the buyer fails to close in accordance with the Real Estate Contract of Purchase, the earnest
money deposit & buyers premium will be forfeited as liquidated damages. However, such forfeiture
shall not preclude Buck Up Enterprises, LLC., Buck Up Property Consultants, LLC, Buck Up Auctions,
Buck Up Realty or the seller from enforcing additional remedies available as detailed in the Real
Estate Contract of Purchase.
Environmental Disclaimer: The seller and Buck Up! Enterprises, LLC.- dba Buck Up Auctions, Buck
Up Property Consultants, LLC. Buck Up Realty, agents, contractors, employees, affiliates and
assigns do not warrant or covenant with buyers with respect to the existence or nonexistence of any
pollutants, contaminants, mold, or hazardous waste prohibited by federal, state, or local claims based
thereon arising out of the actual or threatened discharge, release disposal, seepage, migration or
escape of such substances at, from or into the demised premises. Buyer is to rely upon their own
environmental audit or examination of the premises.
Disclaimer: Information supplied in this property information package (PIP) and all supplied material
is subject to the terms and conditions in this agreement. The property described in this (PIP) is being
offered to the highest bidder "AS IS", "Where IS" and no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied,
concerning the property made by the Seller, Auction Company or broker.
Each potential buyer is encouraged to perform his/her own independent inspections, inquiries and
due diligence concerning the described property (at buyer's expense). The information is being
furnished to bidders for the bidder's convenience and it is the responsibility of the bidder to determine
that information contained herein is accurate and complete. Any reliance on the contents shall be
solely at the recipient's risk. Buyer agrees to accept property with its current zoning, easements, and
any and all right-of-ways that carry with it. All information is taken from sources deemed to be
accurate and reliable, all measurements are approximate and not to scale. The seller and the
auctioneers, Buck Up Enterprises, LLC. - dba Buck Up Auctions, Buck Up Property Consultants,
LLC., Buck Up Realty, contractors, employees, firm, brokers, affiliates or assigns assume no liability
in this matter. Any and all announcements made the day of auction take precedence over any and all
previously written advertisements or any prior written or verbal terms of sale but shall in no event form
the basis of any representation or warranty by seller or auctioneers. Auctioneer has a right to accept
or reject all bids. The Seller and Auction Company reserve the right to prohibit any person from
bidding not in good standing with the Auction Company and or Broker. In case of a tie or disputed bid,
the Auctioneer reserves the right to re-open the bidding to determine the highest bid and settle the
disputed bid. This is at the sole discretion of the Auctioneer. All decisions made by the Auctioneer and
or Broker are final.
OBLIGATION OF BUYER FOR THE BENEFIT OF SELLER, CLOSER, OR AGENT IN THIS
CONTRACT SHALL SURVIVE THE CLOSING AND/OR TERMINATION OF THIS CONTRACT.
Corrections or Amendments: Any corrections and or amendments will be posted to the bidding
platform at bid.buckupauctions.com.
Indemnification of Agent and Closer: Buyer jointly agrees to indemnify and hold closer and agent
their agents, principals, associates, affiliates, assigns and employees harmless against any and all
losses, claims, damages or liabilities and expenses not resulting from agent or closer's bad faith or
gross negligence, including costs of investigation, attorney fees, and disbursements, which may be
imposed upon or incurred by agent or closer hereunder relative to the performance of their duties
related to the parties or the property, including without limitation any litigation arising from or in
respect of this contract or the transactions contemplated hereby. Closer and agent shall not be liable
for any error of judgment or for any act done or omitted by them in good faith. Closer and agent are
authorized to act on any document believed by them in good faith to be executed by the proper party
or parties, and will incur no liability in so acting. Closer and agent are in all respects and for all
purposes third party beneficiaries of this contract to the extent that this contract would entitle them to
rights or benefits if they were signatory parties hereto, and each of them is entitled to enforce such
rights and benefits, as herein provided, to the same extent they would be entitled if they were such
signatory parties. ANY INDEMNIFICATION, DEFENSE OR HOLD HARMLESS
www.buckupauctions.com prior to the live auction. Prospective buyer(s) will be solely responsible for
reviewing any and all possible updated material. Buck Up Property Enterprises, LLC. - dba Buck
Up Auctions, at (979)421-0325.
Buyer/Client Representation/Broker Participation Form
I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions of the auction sale as set forth herein. I have
read, understand and agree to all of the terms and conditions in the Real Estate Contract of
Purchase and will sign the Real Estate Contract of Purchase without making any changes to the
pre-printed text. . I understand that I do NOT have an agency relationship with Buck Up!
Enterprises, LLC. - dba Buck Up Auctions, Buck Up Property Consultants LLC./Buck Up Realty,
its auctioneers, contractors, employees, brokers, affiliates, or assigns and all parties associated
with. I accept full responsibility for due diligence on the real estate on which I am bidding. I
understand that all real estate will be sold "AS IS, WHERE IS. WITH NO GUARANTEES OR
WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED". I understand if I am the successful high
bidder the sale of the property is not contingent upon obtaining a certificate of occupancy. I
understand that, in the event I am the successful high bidder, and if I fail to close per the Real
Estate Contract of Purchase, my earnest money deposit and buyers premium deposit will be
forfeited. I understand that, in the event I am the successful high bidder in a reserve auction, the
seller has two (2) business days to accept or reject the high bid and that my offer is irrevocable
during that time period. I understand this agreement will become part of the Real Estate
Contract of Purchase if I am the successful high bidder. In the case of conflict between the Real
Estate Contract of Purchase and these Terms & Conditions of Auction Sale for Real Estate, that
the Real Estate Contract of Purchase shall take precedence.
BY SIGNING BELOW AND BIDDING, YOU HAVE ACCEPTED THESE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS OF AUCTION SALE.
