Less Trusted Than Politicians? A Master Auctioneer's Brutal Confession - Andrew North

Want to secure your dream home without overpaying or breaking a sweat in the auction room? In this episode of the HomeRun podcast, we sit down with the legendary Andrew North ("Northy")—one of the best auctioneers in the game and a dominant force on Auckland's North Shore. With over three decades of wielding the gavel, Andrew pulls back the curtain on the real estate industry to demystify the entire auction process for buyers and sellers alike.Whether you are terrified of your voice cracking on your first bid, wondering how to play your cards as a couple, or trying to understand if a pre-auction offer is the right move, this episode is your ultimate playbook.🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode:The Trust Factor: Why real estate agents (and auctioneers) rank where they do, and why transparency is your best friend.The "Double Bid" Strategy: Andrew’s personal tactic for outsmarting the competition and saving money.Couples at Auction: The biggest mistake partners make on the auction floor and how to avoid the dreaded "what do we do now?" moment.Pre-Auction Offers: When to make them, when to hold back, and how they change the game.Reading the Room: Why your physical position in the auction room matters and how to spot a bluff.Market Realities: Why the transitionary market requires a new approach to appraisals and pricing.Don't let the competition intimidate you. Arm yourself with the strategies the pros use.🔗 Learn more about our guest, Andrew North:https://www.davidhibbins.co.nz/team-member/andrew-north/👇 Support the HomeRun Podcast!If you got value out of this episode, please hit that SUBSCRIBE button, smash the LIKE, and share it with a friend who is navigating the property market. Let us know in the comments: What is your biggest fear when it comes to buying at auction?