We know that there is a lot of information and things to remember when it comes to buying at auction. To help, we’ve answered some of our most frequently asked questions below. If you have any other questions please contact us.

Property Auctions

Do I get my bidder security back if I am unsuccessful?

Yes. We request all card holds to be released within 72 hours of the auction. Please note, it can take up to five working days for the hold to be removed from your pending transactions. If for any reason you cannot access your funds after this time please contact your bank directly.

News and Blogs

Allsop releases largest commercial auction catalogue in 3 years
News 17/09/25

Allsop releases largest commercial auction catalogue in 3 years

Commercial Auction | Auction

Allsop has released the catalogue for its September commercial auction, featuring 185 lots with guide prices ranging from £5,...

Allsop releases 355-lot catalogue for September residential auction
News 01/09/25

Allsop releases 355-lot catalogue for September residential auction

Auction | Residential Auction

Allsop has released the catalogue for its September residential auction, featuring 355 lots across the UK. The catalogue incl...

Allsop raises £45 million in July residential auction including Marylebone block of flats
News 04/08/25

Allsop raises £45 million in July residential auction including Marylebone block of flats

Auction | Residential Auction

Allsop, a leading property consultancy and the UK’s leading property auction house, raised £45 million at its two-day July re...

Five Years On: How Online Auctions Reshaped the Commercial Real Estate Auction Market
Blog 04/08/25

Five Years On: How Online Auctions Reshaped the Commercial Real Estate Auction Market

Commercial Auction | Auction

Five years ago, the UK came to an abrupt halt. On 23rd March 2020, the government’s lockdown order shut down physical spaces—...