Buyers

🛒 Buyer Instructions

Complete Guide for Participating in StockShowAuctions.com

💰 How to Be a Supporter - Bidding & Buying Guide

👤 PHASE 1: CREATE YOUR USER ACCOUNT

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Click LOGIN/REGISTER

Navigate to StockShowAuctions.com and click "LOGIN/REGISTER" in the top right corner of the homepage.

2

Click "REGISTER"

Select "REGISTER" in the dialog box to create a new buyer account.

3

Enter Your Information

Complete the registration form with your details:

  • Username & Password: Case sensitive - write them down in a safe place
  • Buyer's first and last name
  • Email address: For all communication from SSA
  • Company name (if applicable)

⚠️ IMPORTANT: One email address cannot be used for more than one account.

4

Select "Bidding and Buying"

In the "INTEREST IN" dropdown box, select "Bidding and Buying" to indicate your intention to participate as a buyer.

5

Complete Registration

Complete the rest of the form, click "Next Step", read and agree to the terms, then click "Next" to finalize your account.

🎯 PHASE 2: ACCESS & NAVIGATE AUCTIONS

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Log In to Your Account

Click "Log In" in the center of the screen and enter your username and password you just created.

7

Navigate to Auctions

Click "AUCTIONS" at the top of your screen to view available livestock auctions.

8

Select Your Auction

Select your desired auction from the list to support specific exhibitors and events.

9

Familiarize Yourself with the Auction

Review the specific sale announcements and terms before bidding begins.

💡 TIP: Use search filters by Species, County, Exhibitor's Name, City, or FFA Chapter/4H Club to find specific animals or exhibitors you want to support.

💰 PHASE 3: BIDDING & PURCHASING

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View Lot Details

Click on a photo or "VIEW LOT DETAILS" to open up detailed information about the animal you're interested in supporting.

11

Make Direct Donations (Optional)

You can make straight donations to the exhibitor by clicking the "ADD ON" button and entering any amount you wish to contribute.

💝 This is a direct donation to the exhibitor's account - no auction needed!

12

Understand Sale Types

Check the "TYPE OF SALE" at the bottom of the page:

  • "Terminal": You will receive a live animal as the high bidder
  • "Premium": You will NOT receive the project - the highest bidder donates the high bid amount as a gift to the exhibitor

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Be prepared to receive a live animal if the sale type says "Terminal"!

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Place Your Bid

Simply type your bid into the box to the left of the "BID" button. Enter the amount you want to bid (e.g., $1,000) and the platform will handle the rest.

✅ The platform does NOT use auto-bidding - your bid will be exactly what you enter, and the next bidder will need to exceed your amount.

📌 Important Buyer Guidelines

⚠️ Account Security

Username and password are case sensitive. Write them down and keep them in a safe place for future auctions.

📧 Communication

Your email address will be used for all communication from StockShowAuctions.com, including auction updates and receipts.

🔍 Search Features

Use filters to search by species, county, exhibitor name, city, or FFA/4H organization to find specific animals or exhibitors.

💰 Bidding Strategy

No auto-bidding means your exact bid amount will be placed. Plan your maximum amount in advance.

🎉 You're Ready to Bid!

You're now equipped to participate in StockShowAuctions.com and support junior livestock exhibitors. Remember to bid responsibly and understand the type of sale you're participating in.

🆘 Need Technical Support?

If you encounter any technical issues or have questions about bidding, our support team is available to assist!

📞 833-675-SHOW (7469)
📧 Service@StockShowAuctions.com