For buyers
See the bids. Set your limit. Decide for yourself.
Buying a home, cabin, or land in Sevier County through a BidYourself.com event means no guessing what other buyers are doing. You can watch, tour, and bid on your own terms.
“Watch the bidding. Know where you stand. Decide for yourself if and when you want to bid again.”
Buyer benefits
Why buyers like bidding out in the open
In a traditional multiple offer situation, you write your best number and hope. With a BidYourself.com event, you can see where things stand the whole way.
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Transparency
Bids are visible on HiBid. You are not bidding against a rumor or a mystery offer. You see the current high bid and the time left.
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Know where you stand
At any moment you know whether you’re the high bidder. If someone outbids you, you’ll know that too.
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Set your own max
Decide your limit before you start and stick to it. Nobody can make you bid again. You decide if and when you want to.
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Tour before you bid
Schedule a showing and see the property in person before you place a bid. Call or text Will at (865) 654-9807 to set it up.
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Buyer agents welcome
Already working with an agent? Bring them. Buyer agents are welcome to tour with you and help you register and bid. Ask your agent to let Will know you’ve registered.
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Offers are presented too
The seller may accept an offer at any time, and all offers are presented. If you’d rather make an offer, talk with Will or your agent.
Register and bid on HiBid
How to register and bid
Bidding runs on HiBid. Here’s the path from first look to placing a bid.
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Find the property
Browse BidYourself.com events on HiBid and read the property terms.
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Create a HiBid account
Sign up on HiBid. Card verification with CVV is part of setup.
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Register for the auction
Register for that property’s auction. You’ll be notified when your registration has been approved.
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Show you’re ready
Financial qualification is separate from registration. Expect to provide proof of funds or a loan preapproval as the property requires.
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Bid and watch
Place your bid and follow along. Late bids extend the clock (soft close), so everyone gets a fair last chance.
After you win
Earnest money and closing basics
Earnest money is 10%. Other terms are confirmed for each property and shown before you bid.
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Sign the contract
The winning bidder signs the purchase contract under the terms posted for that property.
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Earnest money
The winning bidder puts down 10% earnest money. Timing and payment details are confirmed in each property’s terms.
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Closing
The sale closes through a title company like any Tennessee real estate sale. A 30-day close is common, but the timeline is set per property.
Buyer FAQ
Questions buyers ask
Is this a foreclosure or distressed sale?
No. BidYourself.com events are a modern way for sellers to market a property. They are seller-approved reserve auctions.
What does “reserve” mean for me as a buyer?
The seller has approved a minimum. If bidding doesn’t reach it, the seller is not required to sell. The seller may also accept an offer at any time.
Can I see the property first?
Yes, and you should. Call or text Will at (865) 654-9807 to schedule a showing before you bid.
Can I use my own real estate agent?
Yes. Buyer agents are welcome. Ask your agent to let Will know when you register.
How much is the buyer’s premium?
It is shown for each property. 10% is common, but it is set per property, so check the terms for the one you’re interested in.
How much earnest money is required?
10% earnest money is due from the winning bidder. Timing and payment details are confirmed in each property’s terms.
Do I need a loan preapproval?
Registration and financial qualification are separate. Expect to show proof of funds or a loan preapproval as the property requires.
What happens if someone bids in the last seconds?
HiBid uses a soft close. A late bid extends the clock a little so other bidders get a fair chance to respond.
Do I have to keep bidding?
Never. Watch the bidding, know where you stand, and decide for yourself if and when you want to bid again.
Can I make an offer instead of bidding?
All offers are presented to the seller. Talk with Will or your agent about how that works for a specific property.
Who is the seller’s agent?
Will Cupp, Broker with Realty Executives Associates, represents the seller. All real estate is sold through Realty Executives Associates.
Stay in the loop
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Tell us your price range and the parts of Sevier County you like. We’ll let you know when a BidYourself.com event opens that fits.
Sevierville · Pigeon Forge · Gatlinburg · Wears Valley
Watch the bidding. Know where you stand. Decide for yourself if and when you want to bid again.
Selling a home, cabin, or land in Sevier County, or looking for one? Talk with Will Cupp about whether a BidYourself.com event fits.
Email: will@bidyourself.com
