Build Your Own Local Online Auction Business

Backed by 10 years of real-world auction experience.

With friendly support from people who’ve done it before
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Welcome to My Auction House

Start and run your own local online auction business, under the My Auction House banner with proven systems, practical support and a platform shaped by real auction experience.

Whether you’re already interested in auctions or simply curious about building a business of your own, My Auction House gives you the tools, structure and guidance to run a local online auction with confidence.

Behind the platform is over a decade of hands-on experience running successful, well-organised auctions, so you’re not figuring things out alone.

No franchise fees. No guesswork.

Just a real opportunity, done properly.

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Clients & Testimonials

A & G – Green Barn Antiques

Nigel and Julia have always been friendly and helpful. They answer emails quickly, providing whatever information is required for a condition report or extra photos… They are completely trustworthy and reliable and we have had no qualms in recommending them to buyers and sellers alike ever since we met.
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Laurie Foley

I regularly use the IW auctions site to find and acquire stock for our antiques business and items for my personal collections. The platform is very intuitive, taking only a minute or so to set up an account and to navigate the lots. Bidding and settlement of successful lots is quick and easy, with an excellent audit trail of order history for business or personal accounting. In all it is a great user experience.

Adrian

Being able to source and slice stock locally has been a real game changer for my business, saving time and cutting down on transport costs while giving me access to a wide variety of quality items. … Overall, it’s a professional and dependable service that continues to support our growth both on and off the Island.

Glenn

I have been using IW Auctions since their inception and have been a regular buyer and seller through their platform which I have found to be so simple and straightforward to use. Julia and Nigel are a very professional and genuine couple who run the auction diligently.
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This Isn’t Theory. It’s Lived Experience.

For over a decade, Nigel and Julia built and ran Isle of Wight Auctions, a successful, well-known local auction business.

They’ve:

Sold tens of thousands of lots through online auctions

Began the business with 1 auction a month and gradually grew to almost 120 auctions a year

Worked with private sellers, collectors, estates and trade sellers

Handled everything from jewellery, vehicles and retro homeware to full house clearances

Built trust in their local community, one auction at a time

My Auction House exists so others can build the same kind of business, without starting from scratch.

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What is My Auction House?

When you join My Auction House, you’re not just getting platform software.
You’re getting a business framework.

  • Your own branded auction site under the My Auction House umbrella
  • A SaaS platform designed specifically for online auctions
  • Clear processes for listing, selling and managing sellers
  • Practical guidance from people with 10 years of hands on auction experience
  • Zero inventory, items come directly from sellers, so no money is tied up in stock
  • Earnings come from commission on items sold
  • Freedom to build locally, while being part of a national brand

This is ideal if you want:

A business you can grow at your own pace

Something rooted in real trade, not trends

Flexibility over hours, scale and focus

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Is This Opportunity Right for You?

My Auction House is a brilliant fit for
people who are:

Already knowledgeable in a category (vintage, jewellery, collectables, vehicles, etc.)

  • Running or connected to a house clearance business
  • Experienced in buying, selling, valuing or sourcing
  • Looking for a practical, income-generating business with real assets
  • Confident working with people, often during sensitive life moments

Almost anything can be sold through an online auction, especially when it’s handled with care, clarity and professionalism.

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How Your Auction Business Runs

At its heart, running an auction business is about following a straightforward process and doing it well. With the right structure in place, each stage flows into the next, from sourcing items through to final collection. You’ll be supported every step of the way so you can build confidence, stay organised and deliver a professional experience for both buyers and sellers.

  1. Source Items
     From private sellers, estates, trade vendors or house clearances.
  2. Prepare & List
     You’ll photograph items properly, label them clearly and list them with accurate descriptions and measurements.
  3. Promote the Auction
     Using social media, email and local networks to drive interest and bids
  4. Manage the Sale
    Answer buyer questions, oversee bidding and close the auction.
  5. Collection & Completion
     Clear, consistent collection days and times, smooth for buyers and sellers alike.

You’ll be guided on:

Setting expectations with vendors

Explaining “what happens next” clearly

Managing time realistically (photography and admin matter)

Creating a professional, trustworthy experience

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What Can You Earn?

Earnings vary and that’s intentional.

Your income depends on:

  • How many auctions you choose to run
  • The quality and type of items you sell
  • How well you market each auction
  • The time you put into preparation and presentation

Nigel and Julia will share real examples so you know what’s possible and what makes the biggest difference day-to-day.

This is not a “set and forget” model.
 It’s a local auction business but one with genuine potential when done well.

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People First

In this industry, it’s not just about selling things, it’s about giving people a good experience.

Sellers often come with things they’ve loved or inherited. Being clear, respectful and approachable is what makes repeat business and that’s exactly how Nigel & Julia have built their reputation.

Ready to Explore Further?

If you’re wondering if this could be a next step for you, the best way forward is to book a chat.

No pressure. Just a real conversation.

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Launching April 2026

Early discussions open now.

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