Cadillac News

Registration is needed so that we know who is bidding and who wins.  We need everyone to fill out the complete registration form, not just the basics.  You cannot be sent your winnings if you do not provide us the information needed to get it to you.

If you have already used our online subscription page since Feb. 1, 2025 you may already be registered. This system uses that same information.

If you need assistance registering please call our office at (231) 775-6565 or email us at auction@cadillacnews.com

To buy the products and services YOU want at up to 70% off, that’s why!!

Online Bidding begins Wednesday, March 5th at 6:00PM.

The auction closes at various times throughout the morning on Saturday, March 8th. Each item has been assigned an end time, which is listed in the “bidding screen” and also in the print Auction publication. The first time block closes at 9:00AM and the final block closes at 11:00AM. 

You will need to Register and log in BEFORE you can begin bidding.

You must be 18 years or older to participate and must register BEFORE you can bid. Once you have completed the simple registration process, an email will be sent to you, so you can set your password and log in.

From the auction items page, view the items you would like, with the ability to narrow them down by categories. 

After selecting an item of interest – you may choose to place a bid or watch it.

Place a bid –
After viewing the item, you may choose to bid by entering your maximum bid (proxy bid) and click the ‘BID’ button. You will then be asked if you want to place the bid as a conformation.  See the section on ‘What is a Proxy Bid?’ for details on what a proxy bid is. If another bidder placed a proxy bid higher than yours, you will automatically find yourself outbid!  The page will normally auto-refresh to show you the most current bids.

Remember: Place a bid only if you really intend to buy the item. Once you have placed a bid, it is a binding contract.

Glad you asked…a proxy bid is the price you set on an item that is the highest amount you are willing to pay. Your maximum proxy bid is only activated when a competing bidder bids the same amount. The system will confidentially and automatically bid on your behalf, based on pre-set increments, but only up to your maximum bid. When others bid, your bid is increased automatically until you are the current high bidder once again. You will be outbid only if another bidder places a higher maximum bid than you.

Remember: Place a bid only if you really intend to buy the item. Once you have placed a bid, it is a binding contract.

Your Username is your email address.  When you set your password, it must be at least six characters in length and have upper and lower case letters and a number.  We send all notifications via email.  If you do not receive it in a timely manner, check your junk email folder or system.  If you have troubles, please call 231-775-6565, or email us at auctions@cadillacnews.com and our Auction specialists will assist you. 

The page should auto refresh at least once a minute.  If you believe it is not refreshing then please try reloading the page once.  Please remove any ad blocking, or script blocking plugins in your browser. 

If refreshing your screen does not solve this issue please call us at 231-775-6565 or email auction@cadillacnews.com.  The problem is more than likely on your device, so our help will be limited, but we will try to help you.

Updates on the current high bids, item descriptions, etc. can be obtained throughout the day by checking the Auction website, and the individual items.  You can also check the Auctions section of your account dashboard.

Yes.  You add them to your Watchlist, and they will be listed in your account dashboard.

Bidding starts at 30% of the item’s value in most cases, however beginning bids on certain higher ticket items may be based on a minimum reserve amount. Check the minimum bid listed on each item. Increases are based on the total retail value:

Items value = $100-$249, Bid in $2 increments

Item value = $250-$499, Bid in $5 increments

Item value = $500-$1,499, Bid in $10 increments

Item value = $1500-$3,999, Bid in $25 increments

Item value = $4,000+, Bid in $100 increments

You will receive email notification that you have won the item.  You can also see it in your account dashboard.

Remember: Place a bid only if you really intend to buy the item. Once you have placed a bid, it is a binding contract.

Payment: Successful bidders may pay for their items in three convenient ways:

1. Pay Online using your Visa, Mastercard or Discover. Upon approval of your card, your merchandise voucher(s) will be mailed promptly to the address you specify, unless otherwise requested.
2. Visit the Cadillac News at 130 N. Mitchell St. in Downtown Cadillac starting the Monday following the close of the Auction, between 9AM and 5PM – Monday thru Friday. You may pay Cash or use your Visa, Mastercard or Discover.  Upon approval of your payment, you will receive a voucher redeemable at the merchant(s) for your item(s).
3. Starting the Monday following the close of the Auction, CALL our office at (231) 775-6565 using your Discover, Mastercard or Visa. Upon approval of your card, your merchandise voucher(s) will be mailed promptly to the address you specify

The Cadillac News is NOT liable for and/or will NOT reproduce merchandise voucher(s) that are lost, stolen or misplaced.

The winning bidder may be responsible for sales tax and other fees involved with obtaining any of the items purchased and must be paid to the business providing the auction item.

Starting Monday after the Auction closes, all winners have one week to pay for and pick up their merchandise vouchers, at the Cadillac News Office (by 5:00PM, Friday, March 14th) to redeem their items at participating merchants.

The winning bidder may be responsible for sales tax and any other fees involved with obtaining any of the items purchased and must be paid to the business providing the auction item.