ABSOLUTE ONLINE ESTATE AUCTION
THE LATE BILLIE BRANDENBURG
HOUSE AND PERSONAL PROPERTY
BIDDING ENDS SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 – 6:00 P.M.
407 ELM STREET, RAVENNA KY
DIRECTIONS: From eastern bypass in Richmond, Kentucky, follow Hwy 52 east 17.3 miles into Irvine. Turn right to continue onto Hwy 52 and proceed 1.6 miles to Ravenna. Turn left onto 5th Street and go 1 block. Turn right onto Elm Street and go about 200 feet to property on right. Auction signs on posted.
REAL ESTATE DESCRIPTION: The property consists of Lot 13 in Block 5 of the City of Ravenna plat map. It is improved by a traditional style 1 story home and a detached garage building. The floor-plan features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, kitchen, dining room, living room and enclosed back porch. Other features include hardwood floors, a window air conditioning unit, floor furnace heat, fenced back yard and covered front porch.
PARTIAL LIST OF PERSONAL PROPERTY: Kitchen Hutch * Wooden Wardrobe * Zenith Console Radio * Singer Sewing Machine Table * Wood Desk * Villager Winchester Kentucky Corner Cabinet * Apple Ipad * Costume Jewelry * Ornate Lamp * Parlor Table * Quilts * Air Purifier * Carnival Glassware * Amber Glassware * Table Lamps * Wooden Rocking Chair * Vanity with Mirror * Dinnerware * Artwork * Outdoor Lawn Furniture * plus many more items too numerous to mention *
PREVIEW DATES: September 8th and 15th, 2025 – 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
PICKUP DATE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY: September 16, 2025 – 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m.
REAL ESTATE TERMS:
Buyer's Premium: There will be a 10% Buyer’s Premium added to the winning bid to determine the final sale price.
PROPERTY IS OFFERED UNDER THE SPECIFIC TERMS PROVIDED IN THE PURCHASE CONTRACT. PLEASE READ AND REVIEW THE CONTRACT THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO BIDDING ON ANY PROPERTY. IF YOU HAVE NOT READ AND REVIEWED THE CONTRACT FOR SALE OF REAL ESTATE, DO NOT BID.
AUCTION TIME: Bidding ends September 15, 2025 - 6:00 p.m.
Ford Brothers, Inc. Real Estate Online Auctions are timed events and all bidding will close at specified time. Ford Brothers, Inc. Real Estate Online Auctions also have an auto extend feature. If a bid is placed in the final 5 minutes of an auction, the auction ending will be automatically extended 5 minutes from the time the bid was placed. Example: if an auction scheduled to close at 6:00 receives a bid at 5:59, the close time will automatically extend 6:05.The auto extend feature remains active until no further bids are received within a 5 minute time frame.
SERVER & SOFTWARE TECHNICAL ISSUES: In the event there are technical difficulties related to the server, software or any other online auction-related technologies, Ford Brothers, Inc. reserves the right to extend bidding, continue the bidding, or close the bidding. NEITHER THE COMPANY PROVIDING THE SOFTWARE nor FORD BROTHERS, INC. SHALL BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR A MISSED BID OR THE FAILURE OF THE SOFTWARE TO FUNCTION PROPERLY FOR ANY REASON. Email notifications will be sent to registered bidders with updated information as deemed necessary by Ford Brothers, Inc.
REAL ESTATE TERMS: 20% of the total sale price down as a non refundable earnest money in the form of a certified check, cash or wire transfer within 48 hours of the close of auction. We do not accept a credit card for down payment. The balance of purchase price is due at closing, said closing to be within 30 days of close of bidding. Purchaser shall be responsible for all wire transfer fees. Closing will be as specified in the Contract for Sale of Real Estate.
This online only auction is a CASH SALE not contingent on or subject to financing, appraisal, survey or inspections of any kind, as agreed to by bidders at registration prior to bidding and specified in the attached Contract for Sale of Real Estate.
GOOD INSURABLE GENERAL WARRANTY DEED AT CLOSING.
BUYER’S PREMIUM: There will be a buyer’s premium of 10% added to the bid price to arrive at final purchase price. Example: Bid Price $100,000 plus $10,000 (10% buyer’s Fee) equals purchase price of $110,000.
AUCTION BIDDER DEFAULT: Successful bidder not executing and returning the contract with earnest money deposit within 48 hours of the conclusion of the auction will be considered in default. In the event a winning bidder fails to submit the signed Contract for Sale of Real Estate and 20% earnest money deposit, the winning bidder will be charged a penalty fee of $5,000.00 on the credit card provided at auction registration. Additional default remedies are reserved by Ford Brothers, Inc. and the Seller as provided in the Auction Terms and Conditions and the Contract for Sale of Real Estate. Ford Brothers, Inc. reserves the right to sell to the second-highest bidder in the event the successful high bidder does not comply with the terms of the sale.
Any dispute between Ford Brothers, Inc, its Agents or Representatives and the Buyer(s) will be tried in a court of jurisdiction in Laurel County, Kentucky. By bidding on the property, buyer agrees to all terms and conditions set forth.
Acceptance of Bid Prices: Successful bidder(s) will be required to enter into a purchase agreement immediately following the close of the auction. Ford Brothers, Inc. will e-mail documents to be executed and said documents should be faxed or e-mailed back to Ford Brothers, Inc. within 48 hours of the end of the auction. Successful bidders not executing and returning contracts with earnest money deposit within 48 hours will be considered in default. Any and all inspections that a buyer may want must be done at buyer’s expense prior to the close of the online bidding. Ford Brothers, Inc.'s Agents, Representatives or Employees may bid.
Title: As specified in the Contract for Sale of Real Estate
Deed: As specified in the Contract for Sale of Real Estate
Possession: As specified in the Contract for Sale of Real Estate
Real Estate Taxes and Closing Cost: All real estate taxes will be prorated for 2025. The purchaser will pay all other closing costs associated with the purchaser’s side of the sale, including local and state recording fees and any cost associated with the purchaser’s loan.
The seller will pay for deed preparation and deed tax.
Easements: Subject to any and all easements of record, including road easements and utility easements
Zoning: This property is subject to all state and local zoning ordinances.
Bidder Verification: The identity of all bidders will be verified, bidding rights are provisional, and if complete verification is not possible, Ford Brothers, Inc. will reject the registration, and bidding activity will be terminated. The Seller and Ford Brothers, Inc. reserve the right to preclude any person from bidding if there is any question as to the person’s credentials, fitness, etc. Bidders agree to keep their username and password confidential as they are responsible for ANY and ALL activity involving their account. When using the web site you must obey any and all local state and federal laws. Violations will result in termination of web site use privileges.
Agency: Ford Brothers, Inc.' Agents and Representatives are agents of the Seller. Buyer and or Bidder agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Ford Brothers, Inc. and its Agents and its Representatives from any and all claims, damages or suits including but not limited to awards, judgments, costs, fees, etc.
NEW DATA, CORRECTIONS, AND CHANGES: Please check for updated information prior to scheduled auction time to inspect any changes, corrections, or additions to the property information. Disclaimer & Absence of Warranties: All information contained in this information packet and all related materials are subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the Contract for Sale of Real Estate agreement. The property is being sold on an “AS IS, WHERE IS” basis, and no warranty or representation either expressed or implied, concerning the property is made by the Seller or Ford Brothers, Inc. Agents or Representatives. All sketches and dimensions in the brochure are approximate. Each potential bidder is responsible for conducting his or her own independent inspections, investigations, inquiries, and due diligence concerning the property. The information contained in the brochure and on the website is subject to verification by all parties relying on it. No liability for its accuracy, errors, or omissions is assumed by the Seller, Ford Brothers, Inc., Agents or Representatives. Conduct of the auction and increments of bidding are at the direction and discretion of the Auctioneer. All decisions of Ford Brothers, Inc. are final. Any dispute between Ford Brothers, Inc., its Agents or Representatives and the Buyer(s) will be tried in a court of jurisdiction in Laurel County, Kentucky. By bidding on the property, buyer agrees to all terms and conditions set forth.
Auctioneer/Broker/Seller Disclaimer: The information contained herein is believed to be correct to the best of the auctioneer’s knowledge. The information is being provided for the bidder’s convenience and it is the bidder’s responsibility to determine the information contained herein is accurate and complete. The property is selling in its ‘as-is’ condition with no warranties expressed or implied.
For additional information, contact Ford Brothers, Inc. Auctioneers at 1-800-526-1637.
PERSONAL PROPERTY TERMS
Auction Premium: There will be a 10% Auction Premium added to the winning bid. The sum of the winning bid plus the Auction Premium will be the sales price.
Online Auction Ending Times:
Ford Brothers, Inc. Online Auctions are timed events and all bidding will close at specified time. Ford Brothers, Inc. Real Estate Online Auctions also have an auto extend feature. If a bid is placed in the final 5 minutes of an auction, the auction ending time will be automatically be reset back to the 5 minutes remaining mark.. Example: if an auction scheduled to close at 6:00 receives a bid at 5:59, the close time will automatically be reset back to 5 minutes. The auto extend feature remains active until no further bids are received within a 5 minute time frame.
Staggered Closing: This online auction closes in intervals. Depending on how large (# of lots) an auction is, then we set the auction to close so many lots at a time. It is typically 20-50 lots every minutes. If it is a large auction then it will be 75-100 lots at a time. Please monitor the countdown timer to see when the lot will close. Please check the auction announcements for detailed information regarding these intervals. This feature works great with the auto-extend feature to closely emulate a live auction.
SERVER & SOFTWARE TECHNICAL ISSUES: In the event, there are technical difficulties related to the server, software, or any other online auction-related technologies, Ford Brothers, Inc. reserves the right to extend bidding, continue the bidding, or close the bidding. NEITHER THE COMPANY PROVIDING THE SOFTWARE nor FORD BROTHERS, INC. SHALL BE HELD
RESPONSIBLE FOR A MISSED BID OR THE FAILURE OF THE SOFTWARE TO FUNCTION PROPERLY FOR ANY REASON. Email notifications will be sent to registered bidders with updated information as deemed necessary by Ford Brothers, Inc.
All personal property is sold in “AS IS” and “WHERE IS” condition. ALL SALES ARE FINAL! Bidder understands and agrees that no refunds, exchanges, adjustments, chargebacks, etc, will be allowed. The personal property is available for inspection at specified times and it is the bidder's responsibility to determine the condition. The bidder's failure to inspect any item or lot will not constitute grounds for any claim, refund, adjustment, chargeback, etc.
All description information has been gathered from sources that we believe to be reliable but are not guaranteed. Auctioneer makes no warranty or guarantee of any kind with respect to condition, authenticity, provenance, source, condition, suitability for a particular purpose, etc. The auctioneer reserves the right to change, modify, or delete any item or lot, or description in the auction as may be necessary.
Payment, Pickup, Shipping & Storage Terms:
Pickup/Payment Info: September 16, 2025 from 12:00 noon until 6:00 p.m. Accepted methods of payment are cash, cashier's check or personal/business check, Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover (with a 4% processing fee or wire transfer. All fees incurred by wired transfers will be paid by the purchaser. All purchases that have not been paid by September 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. will automatically be charged to the credit card used at registration, with a 4% processing fee. All purchased items must be removed by the deadline of September 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Any items not removed by the deadline will, at Auctioneer's discretion, be discarded or resold with proceeds retained by Auctioneer. There will be NO REFUND to the purchaser for these forfeited items.
Large Item Pickup: Ford Brothers, Inc absolutely DOES NOT provide shipping, shipping preparation, or transportation services for any items larger than the size of the largest U.S. Postal Service flat rate box. Removal of items, moving, packaging, loading, transporting, shipping, and shipping preparation (on items larger than the above-stated size) are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
Shipping Preparation: Shipping and shipping preparation on items that will fit into a US Postal Service flat rate box will be subject to the following charges: $5 processing and handling fee per box. The buyer shall pay all shipping fees prior to shipping. The shipping insurance is available through most shipping companies and would be the expense of the buyer (optional). Ford Brothers, Inc. and the sellers WILL NOT be liable for any lost or damaged packages.
Item Transportation: Ford Brothers must be notified via phone or email ([email protected]) of any items that cannot be picked up on an Auction Pickup day, if we are NOT notified then your items will be forfeited. Any items transported back to a Ford Brothers office/facility are subject to a $25 per lot fee ($2 per coin/jewelry). NO GUNS will be transferred between offices due to FFL regulations, you must pick your gun up at the location of the office that conducted the Auction. Items weighing more than 100 pounds or larger than 24 inches x 24 inches x 48 inches will not be shipped or transferred by Ford Brothers to any location. Transported items must be paid for according to the terms of the auction and will be transported at Ford Brothers’ earliest convenience. Buyers MAY NOT waive payment until their items are transported.
Storage of Personal Property Items: Any item stored at a Ford Brothers facility exceeding 48 HOURS will be subject to a $1 per day storage fee.
Forfeiture of Items: Any item/lot that has not been picked up from any Ford Brothers Auction location within 5 business days will, at the Auctioneer's discretion, be discarded or resold with proceeds retained by the Auctioneer.
SALES TAX: Kentucky Sales Tax (6%) will be added to the sale price. Dealers or other exempt parties must provide proper documentation to Auctioneer before bidding.
Any dispute between Ford Brothers, Inc, its Agents or Representatives, and the Buyer(s) will be tried in a court of jurisdiction in Pulaski County, Kentucky. By bidding on the property, the buyer agrees to all terms and conditions set forth.
Agency: Ford Brothers, Inc.' Agents and Representatives are agents of the Seller. Buyer and or Bidder agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Ford Brothers, Inc. and its Agents and its Representatives from any and all claims, damages, or suits including but not limited to awards, judgments, costs, fees, etc.
Ford Brothers, Inc., reserves the right to alter this agreement at any time. This will take place by updating this site. Please check back and review these terms as every time you use this site you are agreeing to the terms as they are written at that time.
Auction company employees and/or the auction company may bid on and purchase auction items.
BIDDER DEFAULT: Failure to complete a purchase is illegal and will result in one or more of the following (1) prosecution (2) a $5,000 penalty (3) loss of bidding privileges for Ford Brothers and all other MarkNet auctions.
If a bidder at any time feels his/her username, password, or bidder number has been compromised due to lack of security by the bidder, notify Auctioneer immediately.
For additional information, contact Ford Brothers, Inc. Auctioneers at 606-878-7111.
TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE in regard to all auction terms.
Devin Ford, Auctioneer