Auctions are a fun way to learn, start a new business, or engage in a new hobby…and people watch.

Beware of on-line auctions where you have to buy bids up front or the bidding takes place in small increments. And, check out on-line auctions carefully before you provide a credit card. Know who you are dealing with before you enter an on-line auction. In-person auctions are a good way to start and fun.

There are many types of auctions: