Auction Terms

Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC – TERMS AND CONDITIONS

***Please read all terms & conditions before bidding*** YOU MUST PRE-INSPECT PRIOR TO OUR AUCTION, OR CALL Joel Everitt at (563) 933-4188 or David Steffen at (563) 255-2701. If you're unsure of what you are bidding on, DO NOT BID!

LIVE/IN PERSON AUCTION WILL BEGIN AT 9:30 AM SHARP!

ONLINE AUCTION WILL BEGIN AROUND 11 AM! ( OR AFTER SMALL MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS HAVE BEEN SOLD)

On auction day, our staff is dedicated to helping and registering bidders who attend in person, so we cannot answer calls or provide item information. Reminder: For onsite auctions, all members of our team are at the auction location and not in the office. For questions, please call us before auction day, Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM CST at 563-933-4188.

Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC recommends that Bidders preview equipment prior to bidding or to contact us prior to the Auction to speak with a representative. The auction residence is located at 35542 Wayman Road, Garber, Iowa 52048. We put forth every effort to describe and represent equipment accurately and to the best of our ability. Please call ahead as soon as possible, as the days are remarkably busy right before the sale and there may not be enough time to answer all questions received. Also listen to the auctioneer’s description live on sale day. Any errors made in picturing or describing items does not negate the Buyer’s responsibility to pay their invoices. It is the Buyer’s responsibility to make sure each item meets his/her needs before placing any bids.

Special Note: Please understand that we are transitioning to new auction software platforms, and some processes may take longer than normal. We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding during this period as we work together respectfully to ensure a smooth experience for everyone.

Registration:

Bidder must register and be approved by Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC before you can bid at our auction. To better serve our customers, all bidders must provide their name, address, daytime phone number, and email address at which they can be contacted. Registration may take up to one full business day for approval to bid. If you are having problems with registering, please call Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC, (563) 933-4188.

Absentee Bidders: If you are unable to attend or participate in the online bidding process on auction day and have already inspected your desired items, you are encouraged to call the office and leave an absentee bid before the day of the sale. Absentee bids will be executed competitively on behalf of the bidder, up to the maximum amount specified only if necessary, and Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC will make every effort to purchase the item at the lowest possible bid amount.

Financing:

SPECIAL NOTE: IF YOU NEED FINANCING, YOU MUST CALL OUR OFFICE AND BE PRE-APPROVED BY US BEFORE PARTICIPATING IN THE BIDDING OR BUYER’S PROCESS. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE SEVERAL DAYS PRIOR TO THE AUCTION TO ALLOW ENOUGH TIME FOR APPROVAL.

FINANCING: Financing is available through Troy Vosberg at Finance Scope, and you must be pre-approved by us prior to the auction. For best results, please contact our office or Troy several days before the auction to get approved. You may reach Troy at Finance Scope Direct Line, (701) 640-4023 or by email at troyvosberg@financescope.com.

If Troy is unavailable, contact Laura Victor at Finance Scope at (877) 687-1444, email info@financescope.com, or visit www.financescope.com.

Troy and his team at Finance Scope specialize in equipment financing and are highly recommended for their fast approvals, competitive rates, and outstanding customer service. You may also contact the financial institution of your choice for financing if you prefer to work with your own lender.

Due to problems and delinquencies with Currency Capital in the past, we will NOT accept their financing on any items sold.

NOTE: New or unknown bidders must include a bank letter of guarantee with their payment within 3 business days. This letter must state that your bank will guarantee payment up to a specified amount. Please present this letter of guarantee at the time of payment, or several days PRIOR to the auction. Contact us at (563) 933-4188 before emailing a copy to info@everitttractors.com.

All live purchases must be paid for the day of the sale – NO EXCEPTIONS! Detailed information is listed below under Live/In Person Payments. Failure to follow these terms will result in loss of bidding privileges and may lead to further action.

Invoicing:

Our best effort will be made to email invoices to online buyers by mid-morning, Monday, December 15th to the email used at registration. The invoice will be an attachment in a PDF format. The email will be coming from info@everitttractors.com. Please check your spam box if you do not find it. If you do not receive an emailed invoice and you believe you have won the bid on one or more items, please give us a call at (563) 419-0974. For questions on invoices, please have bidder name and bidder number available before contacting Judy or Mandy (563) 933-4188.

Buyer’s Premium: To enable bidders to participate in our auctions using the internet through Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC’s platform(s) without the travel expense and lost time, buyers will pay an additional Buyer’s Premium fee equal to 6% of the purchase price with a $15 minimum or $1500 cap per item. The Buyer's Premium is taxed per our state regulations and is not exempt, regardless of your tax status. There is not a fee to register, watch, listen, or to bid. These fees apply only to internet buyers.

International Buyers: The only payment method for international buyers we will accept is by bank wire. A bank wire fee of $55 will be added onto your invoice and by bidding on this auction you agree to pay the additional fee. Please contact Judy to receive the correct international bank wiring instructions 563-933-4188. We do NOT accept credit card payments or payments by mail.

Domestic Buyers’ Payment Options:

Online Buyers: We accept payment by Wire and ACH ONLY. More information below. 

Bank wire – ($5,000.00 and up) A bank wire fee of $20 will be added onto your invoice and by bidding on this auction you agree to pay the additional fee. Wiring information can be obtained by emailing us at info@everitttractors.com; please include your cell phone number in the email message or call and speak with Judy at 563-933-4188.
ACH – (less than $5,000.00) A downloadable form can be located at www.everitttractors.com, under the menu; select Company, then select Documents. Please email completed forms to info@everitttractors.com.

Live/In Person Buyers: 

Bank wire – ($5,000.00 and up) A bank wire fee of $20 will be added onto your invoice and by bidding on this auction you agree to pay the additional fee. Wiring information can be obtained by emailing us at info@everitttractors.com; please include your cell phone number in the email message or call and speak with Judy at 563-933-4188.
ACH – (less than $5,000.00) A downloadable form can be located at www.everitttractors.com, under the menu; select Company, then select Documents. Please email completed forms to info@everitttractors.com.
Cash (in person only)
Cashiers Check (in person only)
Personal or Business checks (in person only) must be drawn on an account in good standing. First-time buyers are required to present a Bank Letter of Guarantee at the time of purchase.

If your loan approval or guarantee from a financial institution is dependent upon the final purchase price, please have your lender email the Letter of Guarantee to: info@everitttractors.com PRIOR to auction day. Payment must be received within 3 business days.  

• We do NOT accept debit/credit card payments or payments by mail.

If you did not receive a link for Iowa Tax Exempt Tax Form or ACH withdrawal instructions you can locate them at www.everitttractors.com, under the menu; select Company, then select Documents.

Please note that bank withdrawals may be processed and deducted from your account shortly after we receive payment, including on the same day payment is made.

For questions regarding payments such as wires and ACH, please contact Judy (563) 933-4188.

Payment and Release of Titles or Certificates of Origin:

In-Person Payments: If payment is made in person using cash or a cashier’s check, the title or certificate of origin for the purchased item(s) will be released to the buyer at the time of payment.

Wire, ACH, and Personal or Business Check Payments: If payment is made by wire transfer, ACH, personal check, or business check, the title or certificate of origin will be mailed within ten (10) business days after the auction date. This waiting period allows us to verify that funds have been successfully received and cleared in our account before releasing ownership documents.

Delivery: Titles and certificates will be mailed through USPS using standard mail or at the discretion of Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC. Buyers are responsible for ensuring that their mailing address on file is accurate and current. In the event of unforeseen delays, including but not limited to postal service disruptions, processing errors, delays in title release from consignors, or incomplete buyer information, the seller or auction company shall not be held liable for delays beyond the stated ten (10) business days.

Fund Verification and Early Pick-Up Requests: If you believe your payment has already cleared and funds have been successfully transferred to Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC, you may call us anytime after December 22nd to request that we hold your title or certificate of origin for in-person pickup, if time permits, and if the documents have not yet been mailed. Please note that even if your bank indicates funds have cleared on your end, we may not yet have confirmation of receipt in our account. Titles and certificates will only be released after verification of funds by Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC.

Title or Certificate Status: If you have not received your title or certificate of origin within thirty (30) days of the auction date, please contact us at (563) 933-4188 to verify the date your document was mailed.

General Terms: Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC is not responsible for delays caused by the postal service, lost or delayed documents in the mail, or for documents that are lost or misplaced after the buyer receives them. It is the buyer’s responsibility to store all documents in a safe place upon receipt. By participating in the auction and completing the purchase, the buyer acknowledges and agrees to these terms regarding payment verification, document release, and delivery.

Trucking:

Buyer is responsible for all trucking. We work with various trucking entities and can give you names of truckers and/or companies we have worked with. Contact Polly Parker at (402) 910-5248, polly@teamincusa.com. Polly at Teams has been a reliable trucking entity for us. Please understand that we will be terribly busy after the sale and information on other entities for trucking will be provided when we have time to assist you. When asking for a trucking price quote, please have the following information available: Invoice Number – Equipment Make and Model – Shipping Address and a Telephone Number. You may also locate a list of contract Haulers on www.everitttractors.com, select Company from the menu, then select Documents.

Whether a trucking company or the buyer themselves is picking up, the following information is required:

If the winning bid is from Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC App, from www.everitttractors.com, or live and in person, you will need: Buyer’s First and Last Name, Organization/Company Name, LOT #, and Description of Item.

If the winning bid is from Equipment Facts, you will need: Buyer’s First and Last Name, Organization/Company Name, LOT #, and Description of Item.

Please verify that the trucking broker provides this information to the driver before arrival or that you have the correct information with you.

Checkout Pickup:

Items are located at 35542 Wayman Road, Garber, Iowa 52048. Scheduled pickup dates are Saturday, December 13th (day of Auction) from 1-4 and Sunday December 14th, Monday December 15th, and Tuesday December 16th from 10-3. Pickups from Wednesday December 17th through December 22nd are by APPOINTMENT ONLY and you must Contact Joel Everitt (563) 933-4188. If there are extenuating circumstances and you are unable to pickup your Item(s) BY DECEMBER 22nd, You MUST contact Joel at (563) 933-4188. All items must be picked up within 10 days of the auction date, December 22nd. After 10 days a $25 per day, per item storage fee will apply until the item(s) are removed. Items left after 10 days will be considered abandoned, destroyed, resold, or up to the discretion of Joel's Tractors and Auction, LLC, including but not limited to storage fees for the Buyer.

Loading assistance will be provided as time allows. To help speed up the pickup process, please call in advance with the date and approximate time of your arrival. If our schedule allows, we will have your items placed in an easily accessible location to speed up the loading process. If you are picking up large items, such as containers, or a larger quantity of items, please arrive no later than 3:30 pm to ensure there is adequate time for loading before the end of the business day. All items must be paid for in full before any equipment will be loaded. Regular business hours are 8-4:30 Monday-Friday. We are open at 35542 Wayman Road, Garber, Iowa 52048 on Sunday December 14th, Monday December 15th, and Tuesday December 16th from 10-3 and to accommodate our valued customers.

Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC is not responsible or held liable for any loss, theft, or damage to equipment once the item has left our property, regardless of carrier or method of transport. All items become the sole responsibility of the buyer upon departure from the auction site.

Special Terms:

All items sold "AS IS" and ALL SALES ARE FINAL. It is the buyer’s responsibility to determine condition, year, genuineness, value, or any other factor. Joel's Tractors and Auction, LLC and its Auctioneers may attempt to describe the merchandise, but in no event may Joel's Tractors and Auction, LLC be held responsible for misrepresentations of any kind. Bidders hold sole responsibility for age and condition. Joel's Tractors and Auction, LLC is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the description. Buyer agrees that everything is sold "AS IS" with no warranty.

Joel's Tractors and Auction, LLC is supplying a bidding platform as a service to an offsite bidder. Bidder acknowledges and understands that this service may not function properly the day of the auction. Under no circumstances shall the bidder have any kind of claim against Joel's Tractors and Auction, LLC if the internet happens to fail for any reason. If you are worried about the possibility of an internet failure you are encouraged to attend the auction in person or to call the office and leave an absentee bid BEFORE the day of the sale.

Joel's Tractors and Auction, LLC reserve the right to pull a catalog item at any time and for any reason. Purchases become the responsibility of and shall be and remain at the risk of the purchaser immediately upon acceptance of his/her bid. It shall be the responsibility of the purchaser to insure his/her purchase immediately.

Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC reserves the right to refuse bidding approval to anyone deemed to be a potential detriment to the auction. All announcements made day of auction take precedence over all printed or verbal statements made prior to auction day. If you agree to terms and conditions above, you may register for this auction. Registering for this auction means that you agree to the terms and conditions of Joel’s Tractors and Auction, LLC.