When Is Your Next Sale?
The answer to this question has changed.
In the past, sellers without enough volume for a standalone auction had to wait and haul their items into one of our quarterly live sales either at a Steffes site or our local sale lot. This approach worked, but it could be cumbersome and limited the geographic reach of potential buyers.
The Shift to Bi-Weekly Timed Online Auctions
Enter our bi-weekly Steffes Online Auctions, a company-wide timed online sale taking place every two weeks across the Steffes footprint, connecting sellers with buyers globally.
Today, when someone asks, “When is the next sale I can get my item on?” the answer is simple: we have two sales every month, two weeks apart.
This regular schedule gives sellers immediate options when the decision is made to liquidate an asset. Gone are the days of waiting two or three months for the next local consignment sale.
A Better Experience for Sellers
Here’s how it works: once you’re ready to sell, a Steffes sales team member will visit your location to gather complete descriptions, photos, and details to build a strong auction listing.
Each listing includes item locations and seller details, giving potential buyers the opportunity to reach out, not just to learn about the item, but to get to know the farmer selling it. That personal connection builds trust and confidence, especially for distance buyers who can’t inspect equipment in person.
When the sale concludes, it’s the buyer’s responsibility to coordinate transportation, allowing you to focus on your business with less hassle and no downtime.
Nationwide Exposure
Combine the simplicity of the process with the reach of the Steffes bidding platform, and your equipment is showcased to a global audience of active buyers.
The idea that your neighbors must support your sale is a thing of the past. Sellers now regularly see bidders and buyers from across the Midwest and often across the country. In a strong market, that’s beneficial. In a tougher market, it’s essential.
Many of our repeat consignors have embraced this model, selling with Steffes every few weeks instead of trading into a dealership and hoping they got a fair deal.
Flexibility and Opportunity
Let’s look at an example. Say you’re selling a planter in February or March, ahead of planting season. Within that two-month window, we offer four sales, giving you flexibility to choose what fits your timeline best.
When we say, “Here are our upcoming sales, which one works best for you?” it’s not just a line; it’s a real advantage. Whether you need something sold in three weeks or three months, we’ve got you covered.
On the buyer side, customers have come to rely on these bi-weekly sales as their go-to dealer lots waiting and watching for the right equipment to fit their operation. We bring buyers and sellers together.
