Save major money with these auction tips & tricks

The CochraneNow Online Auction is ON and it goes until Friday (November 1). Don't miss this opportunity to save up to 60% on fabulous items from local businesses in Cochrane and its surrounding areas.

Here are some tips and tricks to help you win every item you bid on:

• Utilise proxy bidding to set the maximum price you are willing to pay. If someone tries to outbid you, your bid will automatically increase up to your maximum limit.

• Keep an eye on the countdown timer for each item, as they all have different end times. This allows you to bid on everything you're interested in without missing out on any bidding wars.

• If an item is getting too pricey for your budget, use the search function located in the top right corner. You may find more of the same item available at a lower price.

• Check out the Save More Alberta Online Auction! These are items that are based around the province, which could mean you are snagging a wicked hotel or different items just down the road from Cochrane (and we will ship them to you, easy peasy!)

My last tip is to go easy on Halloween night! When everyone is still recovering from their candy coma on Friday morning, you’ll be able to throw down some sweet last-minute winning bids.

-Eric