Fees Auction Fees Castner's has always felt that an honest commission was the fairest way to charge for selling items at auction. This commission is usually based on both the quantity and quality of items consigned. The fee structure can be either a straight percentage for the entire lot or a variable rate based on the individual price of each selling unit.
Trucking done by our company is assessed at an hourly rate and deducted from the gross sale.
As you can see, our rates are reasonable and straightforward. Regular consignors are frequently offered discounts. Commissions may vary due to amount of goods sold and lot value per item. Most of our work, however, is for those moving out of the area and estates. Items which do not receive opening bids are placed in a lot with the following number or discarded.