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Masonic & Eastern Star Regalia, Literature, Uniforms • Restaurant Equipment & Dishes • Theater Seats, Folding Tables, & Chairs • Light Fixtures & Mirrors • Antiques • Pianos & Organs • Electronics • Décor & More! 



Bid now through, Wednesday, August 6, 2025 - Lots begin closing at 6:30PM


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Located at the Masonic Lodge, North Manchester, IN 46962 - NOT METZGER MARKET


Auction Highlights

The Masonic Temple Online Auction! 

Masonic & Eastern Star Regalia, Literature, Uniforms • Restaurant Equipment & Dishes • Theater Seats, Folding Tables, & Chairs • Light Fixtures & Mirrors • Antiques • Pianos & Organs • Electronics • Décor & More! 

Bid now through, Wednesday, August 6, 2025 - Lots begin closing at 6:30PM       

Pickup for items will be the next day, Thursday, August 7, 2025 - with the exact details to be in your winning invoice! 

Located at the Masonic Lodge, North Manchester, IN 46962 - NOT METZGER MARKET

This auction will not have sales tax, but will have 10% Buyer's Premium Added to each winning invoice.


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Auction Information

The Masonic Temple Online Auction! 

Masonic & Eastern Star Regalia, Literature, Uniforms • Restaurant Equipment & Dishes • Theater Seats, Folding Tables, & Chairs • Light Fixtures & Mirrors • Antiques • Pianos & Organs • Electronics • Décor & More! 


Bid now through, Wednesday, August 6, 2025 - Lots begin closing at 6:30PM       

Pickup for items will be the next day, Thursday, August 7, 2025 - with the exact details to be in your winning invoice! 

Located at the Masonic Lodge, North Manchester, IN 46962 - NOT METZGER MARKET

This auction will not have sales tax, but will have 10% Buyer's Premium Added to each winning invoice.


BID NOW AT BIDMETZGER.COM


LOT#S & DESCRIPTIONS:

100 Whirlpool Freestanding Gas Range with 4 Burners and 30? Oven

101 Whirlpool Freestanding Gas Range, Model SF315P66W 30? x 25? x 48?

102 Cabinet With Cleaning Supplies and Household Items Including Dish Soaps, Sanitizers & Sponges

103 State Water Heater With Steel Exterior Paneling 24?x25?x40? (remove by buyer, scratches)

104 87 – Clear Glass Tumblers, 4? Hgt.

105 Cleaning Tools and Supplies Including Mop, Broom, Dustpan, and Cleaning Solutions

106 2 – Upholstered Chairs with Metal Frames 16? x 15? x 31? (cushions torn)

107 Clear Glass Plates with Ribbed Borders

108 2 Plastic Thermal Carafes and 1 Plastic Pitcher with Handles and Lids

109 16 White Porcelain Bowls by G.P.C.P. Syracuse China and Homer Laughlin

110 Cups with Handle and Scalloped Design, 3.5?

111 Buffalo China Bowls with Black Rim, Made in the USA

112 12 Tablecraft Products Nickel-Plated Menu/Card Holders and 9 Black Jelly/Jam Organizers

113 Presto Electric Griddle With Control Master Heat Control, 22-Inch

114 Black Metal Dish Drying Rack with Utensil Holder and Drip Tray 18? x 14? x 6?

115 Pyro Guard Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher by Pyro Equipment Co. Inc.

116 24 Coffee Cups with Black Rim and Scalloped Design, 3.25?

117 Rival Inc. Countertop Electric Can Opener with Sharpener

118 10 – Multi-Size Plastic Mixing Bowls with Handles and Strainers

119 Electric Beverage Dispenser With Metal Lid and Spout, 120V, 1090 Watts 8? x 14?

200 2 Plastic Trash Cans in Gray and Green 18.5? x 24? & 22? x 28?

201 Pink Parasol, Red Wrapping Paper, and Printed Fabric with Green Leaf Details

202 Pedestal Side Tables with Oval Tops and Tripod Bases (scratches & signs of wear, one has broken leg) 24? x 28?

203 Textile Linens with Fringe Embellishments

204 Metal-Framed Letter Board with Adjustable Lettering & 3 – Metal Frames 18? x 24?

205 Books Published by the Masonic History Company 2 – Volumes of Shakespeare

206 Folding Rectangular Table with Ruler Markings (scratches & signs of wear) 36? x 21? x 27?

207 Mason Books, Poetry, 19th and Early 20th Century Books with Leather and Cloth Bindings

208 Framed Certificates from Knights of the York Cross of Honour and Grand College of America 10?x12? & 14.5? x 12?

209 2 – Quartz Wall Clocks: La Crosse and Equity 8? & 18?

210 Framed Masons Print Featuring the Declaration of Independence

211 3-Tier Metal and Laminate Rolling Cart with Brass Accents (one wheel bent)

212 Honor Roll Plaque with Eagle and Torch Details Presented by Ben Oppenheim, 19?x21?

213 23 Perforated Plastic Light Cover Sheets 22.5? x 46.5?

214 2 – Fort Smith Folding Tables with Metal Frames, 96?x30?x29?

215 Glass Mugs, Woven Basket Items, Plastic Dish Covers, and Utensils

216 Cookware Including Frying Pans, Saucepans, and Measuring Cups

217 Rectangular Table with Metal Frame and Laminate Top 30? x 30? x 27?

218 12 – Aluminum Baking and Roasting Pans with Lids

219 Melodigrand Spinet Piano with Matching Bench 42? x 23? x 36?

220 Porcelain Plates with Eastern Star Design and 23K Gold Detailing 10? Dia.

221 Wm. Rogers Silver-Plated Round Serving Tray with Ornate Design 12.5?

222 4 – Clear Glass Bowls with Textured Pattern, 9?x3?

223 Pyrex Clear Glass Baking Dish with Handles 8.5? x 3?

224 Clear Glass Pyrex Mixing Bowl with Integrated Handles, 9? x 3?

225 Pyrex Clear Glass Round Baking Dish with Handles

226 Porcelain Pitcher and Shakers with Eastern Star Designs 3? & 6.5?

227 White Stoneware Vase with Orange Speckles, 5? x 5?

228 Angel Figurines Playing Wind Instruments 12?

229 Clear Glass Punch Bowl with Matching Plastic Ladle, 13? x 6?

230 Clear Glass Bowl with Floral and Fruit Motif and Acrylic Tongs, 10.5×5?

231 Pyrex Glass Pie Plate with Handles, Made in USA, 10-Inch

232 Stainless Steel Flatware Assortment by WM.A.Rogers Oneida LTD.

233 American Chocolate Fountain Model 4897 With Accessories

234 6 Clear Glass Divided Serving Plates, 10”x7”

235 10 Bowls and 11 Taylor, Smith & Taylor Dinnerware Plates

236 12 Glass Shakers with Metal Lids

237 2 Stainless Steel Food Pans with Kitchen Utensils Including Knives, Tongs & Spatulas

238 2 Metal Serving Trays with Handles, 17”L

239 Silite Serving Trays with Lace Pattern and Black Trays, Lot of 5, 18”L

240 Paper Anchor Decoration, Artificial Flowers, Tinsel, and Stationery

241 11 Foldable Chairs with Slatted Design and ‘Ivy Chapter’ Inscription, 18”H

242 Mountain and Lake Landscape Roll Paper Print, 5’Hx11’W

243 11 Folding Chairs Marked ‘Ivy Chapter’, Slatted Wood Design, 18”H

244 Clear Glass Teacups with Handles

245 Glass Creamers and Sugar Bowls with Etched and Pressed Designs

246 Household Items Including Baskets, Textiles, Mugs, and Printed Material

247 Monroe Folding Pedestal Table by The Monroe Company 95.5”x30”x30”

248 10 Black Felt Top Hats With Satin Ribbon Bands

249 Circular Light Fixture With Glass Panel and Wood Frame

250 Metal Frame Folding Table by Fort Smith Table and Furniture Co. (table only, items on table not included) 8’x2.5’x28”

300 Framed Portrait of Chas. E. Cook with Brass Nameplate, 24”x19.5”

301 Framed Masonic Memorabilia Display with Medals and Ribbons 20”x24”x2”

302 Table Lamp with Drum Shade (works) 36”H

303 Upholstered Loveseat with Floral Pattern and Tapered Legs, 65”x31”x35”

304 Masonic Literature and Reference Books

305 Freemasonry Books and Encyclopedias

306 Globe-Wernicke 3-Stack Barrister Bookcase with Leaded Glass Panel 34”x12”x51”

307 Framed Masonic Certificates and Commemorative Items

308 Wood Tabletop Book Rest/Stand with Angled Design 20.5”x15.5”x12”

309 Ceiling Mount Light Fixture with Brass-Tone Accents and Frosted Glass Globe (buyer responsible for detaching, ladder required)

310 Upholstered Loveseat with Floral Pattern and Tapered Wood Legs 65”x31”x35”

311 Masonic Apron Case with Embroidered Regalia Marked David R. Roth North Manchester, Indiana, 14×11?

312 Metal Base Cane or Pole Stand with Wood Post and Brass Threaded Top 51”H

313 Faux Christmas Tree with Green and Red Tree Stand, 6-Foot

314 Pyro Guard Model 10A ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher

315 Ten Folding Chairs with Wood Slat Design and Engraved Backs

316 Metal Frame Coat Rack with Wood Shelf on Casters 51”x16”x73”

317 12 Folding Wood Slat Chairs

318 10 Folding Wood Slat Chairs

319 Hanging Ceiling Mount Light Fixture with Textured Globe Shade (buyer responsible for detaching) 27”H

320 Ceiling Mount Light Fixture with Textured Globe Shade (buyer responsible for detaching) 27”H

321 Hanging Ceiling Mount Light Fixture with Textured Globe (buyer responsible for detaching) 27”H

322 24 Folding Wood Slat Chairs

323 12 Folding Wood Slat Chairs

324 11 Folding Wood Slat Chairs

325 12 Folding Wood Slat Chairs

326 Da-Lite Versatol Matte White Projection Screen 60”x60”x85”

327 GFS White Paper Roll Tablecover, 40 in x 300 ft, 1000 Sq Ft

328 Pyro Guard Model 10A Triple Class Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher

329 Rectangular Folding Table by Lee Mfg Co. 96? x 30? x 30? (scratches)

330 Folding Table by The Monroe Co. with Metal Frame and Wood-Look Top 96?x30?x30?

331 Folding Table with Metal Legs by Southern Desk Co. Inc. 96?x30?x30? (scratches)

332 Folding Table by H.E. Murdock Company with Metal and Wood Frame, 96x30x30?

333 Folding Table by The Northern Furniture Co. with Metal Legs 96? x 30? x 30?

334 Two Styrofoam Coolers with Lids by Chef’s Caddy, 23.5”x14”x6”

335 12 Folding Wood Slat Chairs

336 Misc Blue Carpeting Sections, Unknown Measurements

400 Oval Framed Mirror with Gilded Detailing, 35”x20”

401 Rectangular Mirror with Wood Frame, 50”x14”

402 Wall-Mounted Wood Rack with Spindles and Paper Towel Holder (buyer responsible for removal) 19.5”x11.5”

403 Rectangle Mirror with Metal Mounting Brackets (buyer responsible for removal) 24”x18”

404 Cabinet with Sliding Drawers and Triple Doors 67”x17.5”x37”

405 Olivetti Divisumma GT 24 Electric Printing Calculator

406 EdenPURE GEN3 Quartz Infrared Portable Heater

407 Pyro Guard Model 10A Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher

408 6 Mil Extra Heavy-Duty Plastic Sheeting, Blue by Sunbelt Plastics, 10’x25?

409 Illuminated Eastern Star Symbol with Stained Glass Panels and Metal Frame 35”x52”

410 Teknika Window-Mounted Air Conditioner with Manual Controls 23?x17?

411 8 – Wood Folding Chairs Featuring ‘Ivy Chapter’ Stamp (some chairs have mold) 13?x20?x32?

412 2 – LED Bulbs and 10 – Sylvania Fluorescent Light Tubes

413 Cast Iron Base with Cylindrical Neck 11?

414 Freemason Yard Signs with Handicapped Parking Sign and Stakes 12?x18? & 24?x18?

415 Cabinet with Double Doors and Cream Top 56?x16?x36.5?

416 Rectangular Mirror with Scalloped Frame and Carved Details 43?x34?

500 Wood Frame Bulletin Board with Fabric Backing 44.5? x 31?

501 Row of Two Theater Seats with Iron Framing and Wood Components (remove by buyer,screwed into floor) 43?x17?x33?

502 Row of 4 Folding Auditorium Seats with Metal Frames and Wood Panels 82.5?x17?x33?(remove by buyer, screwed into floor)

503 Row of 4 Connected Folding Auditorium Seats with Armrests 82.5?x17?x33? (remove by buyer, screwed into floor)

504 Row of 5 Theater/Auditorium Seats with Cast Iron Supports 103?x17?x33? (remove by buyer, screwed into floor)

505 Row of 4 Connected Auditorium Seats with Wood and Metal Construction 82.5?x17?x33? (remove by buyer, screwed into floor)

506 Row of 4 Theater Seats with Wooden Frames and Cast Iron Supports 82.5?x17?x33? (remove by buyer, screwed into floor)

507 Kohler & Campbell Upright Piano with Matching Bench 30?x14?x19? & 57?x25?x38?

508 Baldwin Fanfare Organ with Bench and Pedals 28?x13?x22? & 46.5?x24?x36?

509 Freemasonry Grand Lodge Proceedings and Laws Books (1940s-1980s)

510 Masonic Literature and Related Volumes

511 Grand Lodge F. & A.M. Indiana Proceedings Books, 1931-2000

512 Electronics Inc. Slide Trays, Extension Cords, Phone Books & Free Mason Literature

513 Landlines Phone, Document Tubes, Thermostat, Cords

514 Two One-Sided Metal Signs for Deming Lodge #88, 24”x18”

515 Masonic One-Sided Plexiglass Sign with Circular Design 20”x20”

516 8 High-Back Chairs with Upholstered Seats and Spindle Design, 18”H

517 8 High-Back Chairs with Blue Upholstered Seats and Spindle Detailing, 18”H

518 2 Tall Freestanding Columns with Globe Finials, 7’H

522 3-Seat Folding Theater Chairs with Metal and Wood Construction, 63.5”L (Screwed To Floor, Buyer Responsible For Removal)

523 5-Seat Folding Theater Chair Row with Metal Frame and Wood Seats, 104”L (Screwed To Floor, Buyer Responsible For Removal)

524 Row of 5 Folding Theater or Auditorium Seats with Metal Frames, 104”L (Screwed To Floor, Buyer Responsible For Removal)

525 Double-Pedestal Desk with 8 Drawers and Paneled Back, 60”Lx32.5”Wx30”H

526 Brass Desk Lamp with Green Glass Shade, 15”H

527 Blue Painted Metal Wastebasket with Equestrian Scene, 10”H

600 Lyon Metal Bookshelf with Adjustable Shelves 36”x13”x42.5”

601 Kodak Carousel 760H Projector with Accessories and Box

602 Kodak Carousel 800 Slide Projector With Lens and Manuals

603 Metal Storage Cabinet with Adjustable Shelves 36”x18”x72”

604 Wood Desk with Drawers and Cabinets (desk only, contents in and on desk not included) 53.5”x25”x32”

605 Black Document Frame with Gold-Tone Trim, 11×14 in or 8.5×11 in Mat Size

606 Freemason Manuals, Holy Bibles, and Deming Lodge #88 North Manchester Custom Stamp

607 Freemasonry Ephemera & Office Supplies

608 Remington Rand Aristocrat Grade A Grey Metal Filing Cabinet 15”x28”x57.5”

609 Ceiling Mount Lamp with Chain Suspension and Drum Shade (buyer responsible for removal, ladder required)

610 Two Plastic File Organizers with Hinged Lids (one broken lid)14”x10”x11”

611 Black Metal File Organizer and Brown Plastic Bin

612 Air Filter, Ballast, Freemasonry Memorabilia, and Accessories

613 Three Black Ceramic Tiles 12”x12”

614 White Plastic 3-Tier Shelf Unit (shelf only, contents not included) 29”x10”x32”

700 Christmas Tree Topper, Light Bulbs, Coffee Tin & More

701 Royal Arch Masons Annual Convention Proceedings

702 Olympia Electric Typewriter with Protective Cover

703 Half Full Paint Cans, Various Brands and Finishes

704 Baseball Trophy with Blue Accents, Light Fixture, Bulbs & More

705 Case of Georgia-Pacific Coronet Two-Ply Napkins, 3000-Count

706 Textured Plastic and Speckled Ceiling Panels 48”x29”-48”x23”

707 Six Hand-Painted Signs Advertising Nelson’s Chicken and BBQ Events 48”x40”

708 Wood Painted Flag Pole Base and Circular Wood Platform 12”-18”

709 Slate Tiles in Various Sizes, Approx. 12?

710 Dukane Model 28A56A Silent Filmstrip Slide Projector

711 13 Foldable Wood Slat Chairs with Dark Finish, 18”H

712 WinCup Handi-Kup Plastic Lids With Straw Slot (unknown quantity)

713 Nativity Scene Panel, Artificial Greenery, and 4 Milk Glass Vases

715 Metal Adjustable Music Stand with ‘Manchester Band’ Stencil 20?x46?

716 Brenkert-Detroit Model BX Projection Lamp by Brenkert Light Projection Co. 20?x11? (rust,untested)

717 Grafix Model 800 SM1000 Slide Projector with Adjustable Base

718 Hats Inc. Brass Crown, Black Hat With Tassel, and Straw Hat

719 Hunt Boston Model 17 Electric Pencil Sharpener 8?x3.5?x4?

720 Brown Slat-Front Storage Cabinet with Hinged Doors, (Scratches and Chips) 44?x21?x43.5?,

721 Adjustable Desk Lamp with Metal Shade and Flexible Arm 14?

722 Oversized Metal Pocket Watch-Style Wall Clock with Electric Mechanism, 14.5”

723 Knights Templar Hat & Masonic Sash in Leather Storage Cases marked Wabash, IN18?x11?x12? (extensive signs of wear)

724 Storage Cabinet with Sliding Drawer and Interior Compartments Contains: Masonic Slides, 18?x30?x25?

725 2 Folding Tables with Metal Frames and Wood Tops 95”x30”-72”x36”

726 Round Plastic Framed Mirror with Gold-Tone Embellishments, 23-Inches

727 42 Folding Chairs with Wood Slatted Design

728 Three Aluminum-Framed Screens 62”x32”

This auction will not have sales tax, but will have 10% Buyer's Premium Added to each winning invoice.

GENERAL:

All items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS with no warranties or guarantees.

Metzger Property Services accepts preview requests for further inspection of item(s) prior to bidding. If you are inspecting a vehicle or motorized item, Metzger Property Services only allows the item to be started to hear it run or operate -- it is NOT allowed to be driven.

All auctions are a soft close, unless otherwise listed, meaning that the auction does not end until all bids are completed. Lots close out 1 at a time. There is a countdown on the lots to let you know how much time remains on each lot. If any bidding happens in the last 2 minutes of the lot ending, the time does extend another 2 minutes. It is highly recommended that you are in the auction watching the lots close, not in your watchlist.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to reopen an auction or bid if there are technical difficulties, to allow for fair bidding. Previous winning bids may no longer be valid in this situation.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to use stock images for products. Products may not come assembled as shown in stock image. Buyers are responsible for reviewing all photos listed and/or scheduling a preview.

Once a bid has been placed and confirmed, it cannot be retracted. By placing a bid, the buyer agrees bid retraction is disruptive and interferes with the auction.

Payment is due the day following the auction at the scheduled pick up, unless otherwise stated on the auction. Metzger Property Services is not responsible for checking accounts for updated information including but not limited to addresses, phone numbers, valid credit cards, email addresses, etc.

Buyer accepts the terms by entering and bidding in the auction and recognizes that items are to be forfeited 5 days following the auction and that he or she is still responsible for all costs due regardless of the item(s) still being available. 

All auction end times and loadouts posted are in Eastern Standard Time, unless otherwise noted.


PAYMENT TYPES & FEES:

Valid Credit Card required for bidding approval. All bidding is in US Dollars (USD). You may pay with Cash, Check, Certified Check, Credit or Debit Card with 4% convenience fee, or Wire Transfer ($25 fee added to each Wire); If you pick your winnings up at our specified time and location for the auction listed above. There is a $5 minimum if you would like to pay with a Card. Any invoices paid with a card that are less than $5 will be rounded up to meet the minimum requirement.

For out of state buyers with an invoice total of $500.00 or greater, we reserve the right to ask that funds be in a certified form with either a Certified Check, Money Order or Wire Transfer ($25 fee added to each Wire). If you are an out of state buyer and are sending a freight driver, payments must be received by wire only prior to pick up.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to request signed documentation stating a buyer will not issue a chargeback for a credit card payment or a stop payment for a check.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to charge sales tax on each winning invoice. If you are Tax Exempt, please have your exemption form or the information you will need to fill one out ready at checkout! We do require an Indiana ST-105, a merchant certificate will not be accepted. We need a new one each calendar year on file, so plan accordingly. This is available in the documents tab of each auction.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to charge a buyer’s premium to be added to each winning invoice.

Refunds will not be issued for payment type changes. Please make sure the correct card is on file that you would like charged.

If you request a refund and it is approved, only the bid amount and tax will be refunded when applicable. The buyer’s premium will not be refunded. If the invoice was originally paid for with a credit card, the 4% fee will NOT be included in the refund. All refunds will be sent via mail to the address we have on file – buyers are responsible for updating address. No partial refunds will be issued and credits will not be offered. To receive a refund, all items must be returned.

All titled items will have a $25 Title Administration Fee. It is the buyer’s responsibility to notify us if the address you registered with is different than the one you want the title mailed to. All titles are mailed signature required – no exceptions. Metzger Property Services reserves the right to hold any titles for items paid with check or card for 10 business days.

If you do not come to the load out time specified on the auction, a $10.70 handling fee will be added to your invoice and your card on file will be charged for your purchase total plus the 4% credit card service fee.

If a buyer habitually fails to pick up their items during the allotted time, a $53.50 late fee will be assessed on the invoice for the third late pick up and every late pick-up invoice following unless other arrangements are made with the office.

If the card on file declines, a $5.00 declined card fee will be added, and the buyer will be blocked until payment is received. If a buyer provides a prepaid card as the default on their account, they are responsible for making funds available to avoid extra fees.

If your card habitually declines more than once within a 30-day period, Metzger Property Services reserves the right assess a $50.00 declined card fee for the current invoice, and each invoice following. Your balance due must be $0.00 before your account will be reinstated.

If a check is returned for any reason, a $25 returned check fee will be added to the amount of the original invoice, the buyer’s account will be blocked and the invoice must be paid with cash, cashier’s check or wire before the account will be reinstated.

If you continue to not pay for your items, at the end of each month there will be a 2% interest charge per calendar month (24% per annum) with a $10.00 minimum on each late invoice. There will be an additional $100.00 collection fee added the following calendar month of purchase.


If a buyer has outstanding balances not taken care of, Metzger Property Services, LLC reserves the right to take legal action. Should that occur, the buyer is responsible for the invoice plus all fees associated with the legal process including but not limited to attorney’s fees, filing fees, court costs, interest, and late fees.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to ban a bidder for non-payment, non-compliance, and/or habitual issues.

PICK-UP, TRANSPORT &/OR SHIPPING:

Pickup will be the following day by appointment only! Your winning invoice will be emailed to you -- pickup information and exact loadout times will be included in the body of that email through a hyperlink to www.signupgenius.com, where you can also book a pickup time slot! ** If you do not receive an email, please check your junk/spam mail! If you are unable to sign up, please call, text or email the office to schedule a pick up time.

Call: 260.982.0238 • Text: 260.572.8117 • Email: [email protected]

Buyer is required to bring their own packaging, help to load and/or equipment for loading unless otherwise stated on the auction.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to obtain a signature verifying that all purchased items are received at the loadout. By signing their invoice, a buyer or any party they send to pick up for them, agrees that they have checked all lots and are accepting the items in AS IS Condition. Once the invoice is signed, Metzger Property Services is not responsible for missing items or the condition of items. No refunds will be issued after the loadout for missing items. If a buyer has any issues during a loadout, they must be addressed with the cashier present before signing an invoice for action to be taken.

 All issues must be addressed with the cashier present before signing an invoice to be assessed.

Any other potential refunds will be sent to the accounting department for further review.

If Metzger Property Services is to transport your item(s), there will be a minimum $20 service fee added to your invoice. We will only transport your item(s) if feasible for us, this is not guaranteed, and you should place bids accordingly. The fee will be assessed by the loadout staff if items are to be removed from the auction site the day of the loadout.

Items not picked up within 5 days will be resold at new owners’ expense, even if paid for. Items not paid for after 5 days will be resold. Buyer is still responsible for paying outstanding invoices before being reinstated to bid.

Shipping is available on small lots. Buyer is responsible for notifying Metzger Property Services of any shipping requests. Metzger Property Services does not assume shipping, even for out of state buyers.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to include charges for insurance for shipping on invoices more than $100. Any fees will be included in the total shipping costs added to the invoice.

Buyer is responsible for paying for items in full prior to being allowed to pick-up or have items shipped. Shipping costs include the cost of shipping plus up to a $10.70 handling fee per invoice. If a bidder has multiple invoices within a 7-day time frame, items can be shipped together upon request to minimize shipping costs.

Buyer is responsible for all shipping/handling charges incurred including fees charged by delivery service for incorrect addresses. If items are returned to Metzger Property Services due to incorrect shipping address, Metzger Property Services reserves the right to not reship, or charge for the reshipment of the items.

At our discretion, shippable items may go to the UPS store. This may result in higher shipping costs. The UPS Store will reach out to you directly to collect payment. Metzger’s will only collect the handling fee in this case, but you will pay UPS directly for the shipping costs. Exceptions may apply. 


Terms & Conditions

This auction will not have sales tax, but will have 10% Buyer's Premium Added to each winning invoice.

GENERAL:

All items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS with no warranties or guarantees.

Metzger Property Services accepts preview requests for further inspection of item(s) prior to bidding. If you are inspecting a vehicle or motorized item, Metzger Property Services only allows the item to be started to hear it run or operate -- it is NOT allowed to be driven.

All auctions are a soft close, unless otherwise listed, meaning that the auction does not end until all bids are completed. Lots close out 1 at a time. There is a countdown on the lots to let you know how much time remains on each lot. If any bidding happens in the last 2 minutes of the lot ending, the time does extend another 2 minutes. It is highly recommended that you are in the auction watching the lots close, not in your watchlist.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to reopen an auction or bid if there are technical difficulties, to allow for fair bidding. Previous winning bids may no longer be valid in this situation.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to use stock images for products. Products may not come assembled as shown in stock image. Buyers are responsible for reviewing all photos listed and/or scheduling a preview.

Once a bid has been placed and confirmed, it cannot be retracted. By placing a bid, the buyer agrees bid retraction is disruptive and interferes with the auction.

Payment is due the day following the auction at the scheduled pick up, unless otherwise stated on the auction. Metzger Property Services is not responsible for checking accounts for updated information including but not limited to addresses, phone numbers, valid credit cards, email addresses, etc.

Buyer accepts the terms by entering and bidding in the auction and recognizes that items are to be forfeited 5 days following the auction and that he or she is still responsible for all costs due regardless of the item(s) still being available. 

All auction end times and loadouts posted are in Eastern Standard Time, unless otherwise noted.


PAYMENT TYPES & FEES:

Valid Credit Card required for bidding approval. All bidding is in US Dollars (USD). You may pay with Cash, Check, Certified Check, Credit or Debit Card with 4% convenience fee, or Wire Transfer ($25 fee added to each Wire); If you pick your winnings up at our specified time and location for the auction listed above. There is a $5 minimum if you would like to pay with a Card. Any invoices paid with a card that are less than $5 will be rounded up to meet the minimum requirement.

For out of state buyers with an invoice total of $500.00 or greater, we reserve the right to ask that funds be in a certified form with either a Certified Check, Money Order or Wire Transfer ($25 fee added to each Wire). If you are an out of state buyer and are sending a freight driver, payments must be received by wire only prior to pick up.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to request signed documentation stating a buyer will not issue a chargeback for a credit card payment or a stop payment for a check.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to charge sales tax on each winning invoice. If you are Tax Exempt, please have your exemption form or the information you will need to fill one out ready at checkout! We do require an Indiana ST-105, a merchant certificate will not be accepted. We need a new one each calendar year on file, so plan accordingly. This is available in the documents tab of each auction.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to charge a buyer’s premium to be added to each winning invoice.

Refunds will not be issued for payment type changes. Please make sure the correct card is on file that you would like charged.

If you request a refund and it is approved, only the bid amount and tax will be refunded when applicable. The buyer’s premium will not be refunded. If the invoice was originally paid for with a credit card, the 4% fee will NOT be included in the refund. All refunds will be sent via mail to the address we have on file – buyers are responsible for updating address. No partial refunds will be issued and credits will not be offered. To receive a refund, all items must be returned.

All titled items will have a $25 Title Administration Fee. It is the buyer’s responsibility to notify us if the address you registered with is different than the one you want the title mailed to. All titles are mailed signature required – no exceptions. Metzger Property Services reserves the right to hold any titles for items paid with check or card for 10 business days.

If you do not come to the load out time specified on the auction, a $10.70 handling fee will be added to your invoice and your card on file will be charged for your purchase total plus the 4% credit card service fee.

If a buyer habitually fails to pick up their items during the allotted time, a $53.50 late fee will be assessed on the invoice for the third late pick up and every late pick-up invoice following unless other arrangements are made with the office.

If the card on file declines, a $5.00 declined card fee will be added, and the buyer will be blocked until payment is received. If a buyer provides a prepaid card as the default on their account, they are responsible for making funds available to avoid extra fees.

If your card habitually declines more than once within a 30-day period, Metzger Property Services reserves the right assess a $50.00 declined card fee for the current invoice, and each invoice following. Your balance due must be $0.00 before your account will be reinstated.

If a check is returned for any reason, a $25 returned check fee will be added to the amount of the original invoice, the buyer’s account will be blocked and the invoice must be paid with cash, cashier’s check or wire before the account will be reinstated.

If you continue to not pay for your items, at the end of each month there will be a 2% interest charge per calendar month (24% per annum) with a $10.00 minimum on each late invoice. There will be an additional $100.00 collection fee added the following calendar month of purchase.


If a buyer has outstanding balances not taken care of, Metzger Property Services, LLC reserves the right to take legal action. Should that occur, the buyer is responsible for the invoice plus all fees associated with the legal process including but not limited to attorney’s fees, filing fees, court costs, interest, and late fees.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to ban a bidder for non-payment, non-compliance, and/or habitual issues.

PICK-UP, TRANSPORT &/OR SHIPPING:

Pickup will be the following day by appointment only! Your winning invoice will be emailed to you -- pickup information and exact loadout times will be included in the body of that email through a hyperlink to www.signupgenius.com, where you can also book a pickup time slot! ** If you do not receive an email, please check your junk/spam mail! If you are unable to sign up, please call, text or email the office to schedule a pick up time.

Call: 260.982.0238 • Text: 260.572.8117 • Email: [email protected]

Buyer is required to bring their own packaging, help to load and/or equipment for loading unless otherwise stated on the auction.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to obtain a signature verifying that all purchased items are received at the loadout. By signing their invoice, a buyer or any party they send to pick up for them, agrees that they have checked all lots and are accepting the items in AS IS Condition. Once the invoice is signed, Metzger Property Services is not responsible for missing items or the condition of items. No refunds will be issued after the loadout for missing items. If a buyer has any issues during a loadout, they must be addressed with the cashier present before signing an invoice for action to be taken.

 All issues must be addressed with the cashier present before signing an invoice to be assessed.

Any other potential refunds will be sent to the accounting department for further review.

If Metzger Property Services is to transport your item(s), there will be a minimum $20 service fee added to your invoice. We will only transport your item(s) if feasible for us, this is not guaranteed, and you should place bids accordingly. The fee will be assessed by the loadout staff if items are to be removed from the auction site the day of the loadout.

Items not picked up within 5 days will be resold at new owners’ expense, even if paid for. Items not paid for after 5 days will be resold. Buyer is still responsible for paying outstanding invoices before being reinstated to bid.

Shipping is available on small lots. Buyer is responsible for notifying Metzger Property Services of any shipping requests. Metzger Property Services does not assume shipping, even for out of state buyers.

Metzger Property Services reserves the right to include charges for insurance for shipping on invoices more than $100. Any fees will be included in the total shipping costs added to the invoice.

Buyer is responsible for paying for items in full prior to being allowed to pick-up or have items shipped. Shipping costs include the cost of shipping plus up to a $10.70 handling fee per invoice. If a bidder has multiple invoices within a 7-day time frame, items can be shipped together upon request to minimize shipping costs.

Buyer is responsible for all shipping/handling charges incurred including fees charged by delivery service for incorrect addresses. If items are returned to Metzger Property Services due to incorrect shipping address, Metzger Property Services reserves the right to not reship, or charge for the reshipment of the items.

At our discretion, shippable items may go to the UPS store. This may result in higher shipping costs. The UPS Store will reach out to you directly to collect payment. Metzger’s will only collect the handling fee in this case, but you will pay UPS directly for the shipping costs. Exceptions may apply. 


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