How auctions work
Post a target. Sellers bid under it. Free for buyers.
Refundable commitment fee. Buyers free. Winner pays a refundable fee (~half a month, $20-$500), returned at kickoff or after 72h.
Inside an auction
A worked example
Sample only — not real bids.
Example CRM — 24 seats
- Renewal price
- $1,500
- Target you post
- $1,200
- Seller A bids
- $1,180
- Seller B bids
- $1,140
- Seller C bids
- Your pick $1,090
USD per month — sample figures
After you post
Your deadline counts down.
Verified sellers bid under target.
You pick — or nobody. Nothing auto-awards.
Deal room opens with your pick.
No bids, or you choose nobody
No bids or decline all: nothing awarded. Start again anytime.
If you are a seller
Bid free. If picked, pay a refundable fee ($20-$500). No deal commission.
Common questions
Is the auction free for buyers?
Yes. Only the winning seller pays the commitment fee.
What fees are there?
Buyers $0. Seller winner: refundable ~half-month fee ($20-$500).
When is the commitment fee refunded?
Full refund at kickoff, or auto after 72h. Kept only on admin-confirmed no-show.
Are the figures in the example real?
No — sample figures only. Live auctions use real bids.
Does Trim take a commission on the deal?
No. Deals settle between you and the seller.
What if nobody bids, or I like none of the bids?
Nothing auto-awards. Decline all, or post again later.