Frequently Asked Questions


Q. Who is Otto Bid ?
A. Otto Bid is your personal bidding buddy who will aid your online bidding in a number of ways including: bidding by proxy automatically, keeping your bids organized so you can track them all with one glance, and even notifying you if you have been outbid.

Q. If I purchase multiple lots within a short span of time could I consolidate the shipment?
A. If multiple purchases are paid by credit card as a single transaction they may be combined to save you shipping charges. A maximum of ten items may be consolidated per transaction. Otherwise purchases are shipped individually with a separate shipping charge. Please contact Customer Service at (800) 638-0422 for further information.

Q. Would an on-line auction end automatically even if someone is still bidding?
A. No, all online auctions, regardless of posted ending time, will remain open until they have been inactive for five minutes.

Q. In what time zone is the auction clock?
A.The time on the auction item pages is US Eastern Standard time.

Q. If I'm bidding right before an auction is ending how can I tell if someone outbids me?
A. It is important to remember to frequently refresh the page. When you have been outbid you will be notified by e-mail by your bidding buddy, Otto Bid.

Q. How do I find online auction results?
A. Results will be available following the close of an auction item and will remain online for up to 30 days in the Auction History areas of either Ten2Go or Avant.

Q. I've forgotten my password. What can I do?
A. Click on "Sign In" and type in your email address. Click the underlined statement "Click Here to Have Your Password Emailed to You". You should receive an email from Theriault's within four minutes.

Q. Could I contact Theriault's for more information about an online auction item?
A. Absolutely, if you have any questions please feel free to contact Theriault's Buyer Advisory Service at (800) 638-0422 at any time, Monday - Friday, 8:30 to 5:00 EST or simply fill out the "Email the Seller" form at the bottom of the item description.

Q. Can I increase my Otto Bid amount even if I'm the current high bidder?
A. Yes, in fact we suggest this if you feel that later bidding activity will cause you to lose an item. By entering the highest amount you would be satisfied paying for an item, you've done your best and avoided being outbid at the last moment.

Q. Could I pay with a check or money order for an online auction item?
A. Yes, you can pay with a check or money order. Items paid with a check are held for ten working days while checks clear the local banks. Items paid via money order or cashier's check are shipped within fourteen days of being received.

Q. What are the processing and handling charges for an online auction item?
A. Processing and handling charges are listed on the online auction item page, below the description and image.