Commonly Asked Questions


I'm interested in donating to the EREF Auction. Who should I contact?

  • Please email the EREF Events team at events@erefdn.org and a team member will contact you with more information!


How do I place a bid in the EREF Auction?

  • Silent Auction: Click here for a PDF with bidding instructions
  • Live Auction: Visit booth #3868 to register in person from the hours of 10:00AM Wednesday, May 7th  to 3:15PM Thursday, May 8th.


How do I get my items?

  • After payment is received and processed, EREF staff will send you contact information to coordinate the delivery of your items.
  • Please see item descriptions for the location of item(s) to ensure freight costs are considered prior to placing bids.


Do I have to provide a credit card prior to bidding?

  • Silent Auction: A credit card must be provided prior to placing a bid.
  • Live Auction: A credit card is not required at registration.


Do I have to pay by credit card?

  • Silent Auction: Silent Auction items should be paid by credit card. Credit cards provided prior to bidding will be automatically charged when the silent auction closes (May 8th at 4pm PT). Invoicing and payment via check or wire transfer may be arranged for purchases over $5,000.
  • Live Auction: Live Auction settlement will be at booth #3868 after the live auction closes. See below for acceptable forms of payment:

                - Wire transfer

                - Credit card

                - Cashier's check

                - Money order

                - Certified check

                - Corporate check

                - Personal check (must be approved by EREF President)

  • The preferred method of payment for purchases over $10,000 are wire transfer or check.


How do I register to bid on the Executive Outings?

  • Executive Outings will be auctioned off during our Live Auction at Booth #3868. You may register in person at the EREF booth from the hours of 10:00AM Wednesday, May 7th to 3:15PM Thursday, May 8th.