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Liquidation Without Auctions

Every major liquidation platform uses per-lot auctions. We don't. Here's why the bidding sheet model is better for professional B2B buyers.

The True Cost of Per-Lot Auctions

Time monitoring auctions 5-10 hrs/week

Checking listings, analyzing lots, placing bids

Lots lost 60-80% of bids

Most bids don't win, wasted research time

Overbidding 3-8% premium

Competition drives prices above rational levels

Inconsistent supply Variable

Some weeks you win, some weeks nothing

No services included Additional cost

Sorting, testing, labeling: all on you

The Bidding Sheet Alternative

Per-lot auctions

  • Bid on every lot individually
  • Monitor platforms daily
  • Unpredictable costs per unit
  • Win some, lose most
  • Feast-or-famine supply
  • Raw, unsorted pallets
  • No services included

Bidding sheet + waterfall

  • Set preferences once
  • Products flow automatically
  • Exact cost per unit known upfront
  • Guaranteed allocation by capacity
  • Consistent monthly supply
  • Sorted, labeled, inspected
  • Full warehouse services

Frequently Asked Questions

Why don't you use auctions?
Per-lot auctions waste time, create unpredictable costs, and force buyers to constantly monitor platforms. Our bidding sheet system lets you set preferences once and receive products automatically via waterfall allocation.
Is waterfall allocation fair?
Yes. Highest bidder fills first, but capacity matters. A buyer bidding 9% with 5,000-unit capacity may receive more total product than a buyer bidding 14% with 200-unit capacity. The system rewards both competitive bids and volume commitment.
What if I want to change my bids?
Bidding sheets can be updated monthly. Increase bids on profitable categories, reduce on others. Your account manager can help optimize based on what you've learned.
Can I still use auction platforms alongside fba.market?
Absolutely. Many professional buyers use multiple sourcing channels. The advantage of fba.market is that it runs automatically, no active monitoring needed. Your auction time can be spent on platforms where it's the only option.

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