Simplify Payments. Automate Invoicing.

Fast, accurate closeouts that boost cash flow 

AuctionMethod streamlines post-sale tasks with invoicing, payment options, and exportable reports. Get paid faster, stay in control, and cut manual work, no outside processors or complex tools required. 

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Smarter Payment Tools That Maximize Your Revenue 
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AuctionMethod puts you in control with automatic invoicing, flexible payment options, and full revenue retention.

Accept payments through your own merchant account, customize invoices as needed, and reduce fraud-related losses with our Chargeback Mitigation support and add-on tools.
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Flexible Smart Invoicing with Full Admin Control 

Automatically generate invoices when auction bidding closes and customize as needed. 

  • Auto-Generated Invoices: Bidders receive invoices the moment your auction closes
  • Delivery by Email or SMS: Multiple channels improve payment speed (SMS usage fees may apply)
  • Built-In Bidder Access: Invoices and payment history are visible directly in the bidder’s account
  • Sales Tax Calculation: Automatically apply tax based on item settings, buyer location, or exemption status
  • Editable Invoices: Adjust prices, remove items, or apply tax exemptions when needed
  • Custom Fees: Add shipping, handling, or location-based charges per invoice
  • Invoice Batch Actions: Print, update, or mark multiple invoices at once
  • Auto Pay Add-On: Automatically charge a bidder’s card when the invoice is created 

Flexible Payment Options 

Collect payments your way with full transparency and control. 

  • Multiple Gateways Supported: Works with Fiserv (Clover), Stripe, eWay, and Authorize.net
  • Direct-to-You Processing: Payments are processed through your own merchant account- not AuctionMethod
  • No Hidden Fees: AuctionMethod does not charge any additional processing fees
  • Offline Payments Supported: Easily record wire transfers, checks, or cash transactions 
Learn More About the Advantages of FiServ Payment Processing
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Reporting & Financial Data   

Stay financially organized and audit-ready at all times. 

  • Standard Reports: Track accounts receivable, sales tax, and outstanding balances
  • Export-Ready: Export reports for use in Excel or QuickBooks for deeper financial analysis
  • Pickup Status: Monitor whether invoices are paid, picked up, or still pending
  • Invoice Overviews: View summaries of all invoices within an auction in one place

Chargeback Mitigation 

Fight fraud, reduce disputes, and protect your auction revenue. 

  • Exclusive Fiserv Perk: Use Fiserv as your gateway and get this service at no additional cost
  • Chargeback Mitigation Program: For an additional charge, our team manages the entire dispute process; from document collection to response preparation
  • Full-Service Support: We review your case, build a compelling response, and help maximize your chances of success.
  • Strategic Guidance: We identify trends and recommend changes to reduce future chargebacks
  • Ongoing Protection: Our structured approach improves approval rates and reduces losses over time 
Learn More About our Chargeback mitigation program
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Auctioneers Love AuctionMethod 

Winning words from our users. 
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"I like the unique look, easy invoicing and payment collection. It's also compatible with Apple products."
Patti B.
Owner, Consumer Services
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"AuctionMethod's online auction software streamlines the process of managing auctions. We have several tools at our disposal for each step in the auction process, from the auction setup using their Lot and Tag App, to hosting and conducting the auction online, to managing invoices and payments, and then finally the removal process via their Checkout App."
Jotham K.
Marketing Manager
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"They work with me. If I'm having a tech issue, they fix it. If I'm having a bill pay issue, they help me. Every problem I face can be solved with Auction Method."
Dustin R.
Auctioneer, Automotive

Real Auctions, Real Results

What our users achieve annually powered by our platform.
7.2
M+

Lots Listed

425
M+

Total Invoice Volume

2.1
M+

Invoices Processed

46574

Auction Events Run

1.2
M+

Bidders Engaged

*Actual numbers from 2024-2025
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Payments & Invoicing FAQs 

Answers to common questions about billing, auction payment providers, tax handling, and invoice customization. 

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