Tom Kelly - Fundraising Insights & Trends | CharityAuctionsToday (Page 24)

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CharityAuctionsToday Pricing Explained: What You’ll Pay & Why

CharityAuctionsToday offers a free “Flex” plan (5% platform fee) or a prepaid plan (3% or lower). All plans incur credit card processing fees of ~3% + $0.30. Optional tipping covers platform costs.

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How to Test Your Auction in Demo Mode

Demo mode lets you test your auction setup in a private environment. You can place bids, check payment flows, and make sure everything works before launch.

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How to Add Item Values to Your Auction Items

You can add or update item values directly in the item settings. This helps display fair market value to bidders and makes reporting more accurate for your auction.

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What Is a Buyer’s Premium?

A buyer’s premium is a small fee—usually a percentage of the winning bid—added to the final price of an auction item. It helps cover administrative costs and is paid by the winning bidder.

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How to Pay Your Invoice After an Auction

Once the auction ends, you’ll get an invoice by email or text with a secure payment link. You can pay online using a credit card or any other method approved by the event organizer.

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How to Pay for Items You Won

Winners receive an invoice with a secure payment link. You can pay with a credit card online, at checkout, or in person if the organization allows.

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How to Add or Remove a Logo or Banner on Your Auction Page

You can upload your logo and banner in the event settings to personalize your auction page. You can also remove or replace them anytime to keep your branding up to date.

How to Add Custom Bid Increments to Your Auction

Custom bid increments let you control how much each bid goes up. You can set increments globally or by item to encourage competitive bidding and keep your auction moving efficiently.

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How the Demo Auction Works

The demo auction is a fully functional sample event designed to help you test the platform. You can browse, place test bids, and explore features without affecting any real data or payments.