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How to Buy Property At Auction
Rating: 4.3 out of 5(37 ratings)
251 students

How to Buy Property At Auction

The Complete UK Guide to Finding Deals, Bidding with Confidence and Buying Auction Property Online, by Phone & In Person
Created byLisa Newton
Last updated 7/2026
English
English [Auto],

What you'll learn

  • Research and identify genuine auction property deals using the most effective online and offline tools available to UK buyers
  • Understand the full legal and financial process of buying at auction — including legal packs, contracts, fees, stamp duty, and completion timelines
  • Arrange appropriate finance before auction day, including bridging loans, buy-to-let mortgages, and cash purchase considerations
  • Develop effective bidding strategies for online, telephone, and in-person auctions — including how to set and hold your maximum bid
  • Conduct thorough due diligence and property valuation to avoid overpaying and identify hidden costs before you bid
  • Recognise and avoid the key dangers and pitfalls of auction buying that cause beginners to make costly mistakes

Course content

8 sections28 lectures4h 47m total length
  • Introduction to the course and your tutor9:50
  • Novice vs Pro11:42
  • Benefits of buying at auction4:04
  • 3 Types of buyers7:22

Requirements

  • An interest in property and auctions - no prior experience needed, suitable for first-time buyers through to experienced investors

Description

Buying property at auction is one of the fastest ways to secure a great deal — but it is also one of the easiest ways to make an expensive mistake if you do not know the process. In this course, I take you through everything you need to know to bid confidently and buy successfully at UK property auctions.

Whether you have been watching Homes Under the Hammer and want to try it yourself, or you are an experienced investor looking to add auction buying to your strategy, this is the most practical, comprehensive guide to UK auction property available on Udemy.

What you will learn:

  • How to research and identify strong auction deals using online and offline tools — before the competition does

  • The legal and financial aspects of buying at auction, including legal packs, solicitor involvement, contracts, fees, stamp duty, and completion timeframes

  • How to arrange finance before auction day — including bridging loans, buy-to-let mortgages, and cash purchasing

  • How to bid effectively online, by phone, and in person — including strategy, psychology, and setting your maximum

  • The dangers and pitfalls of auction buying that catch out beginners — and how to avoid every one of them

  • How to conduct effective due diligence and property valuation to ensure you never overpay

  • NEW - how to use AI to improve your Auction success rate (with downloadable done for you prompt sheet)

What makes this course different:

This is a 4.5-hour deep dive into the entire auction process — from spotting a listing to getting the keys. I cover every type of auction buyer and every method of purchase. I answer questions throughout the course and the content is built on real UK auction experience, not theory.

Suitable for first-time buyers, investors, and property developers purchasing for personal use, investment, or development.

Enrol today and start bidding with confidence.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone interested in buying UK property at auction for the first time — whether for personal use, investment, or development
  • Property investors and landlords wanting to add auction buying to their strategy and access below-market deals
  • Real estate professionals and property developers wanting to understand the full UK auction process
  • Those who have tried buying at auction and want to sharpen their approach and avoid common mistakes