The New Auction Reality: What Happens After the Hammer Doesn't Fall?
By Ravs Realtors · 10 June 2026 · 3 min read
More Melbourne homes are passing in than selling under the hammer — but a pass-in is not a failure. Some of the best buys now happen in the negotiation that follows.
After an auction, the highest bidder usually gets first right to negotiate. Knowing the reserve, the vendor's position and your own limit turns that moment into an opportunity.
Whether you're buying or selling, the post-auction conversation is where deals are made. We make sure you're ready for it.
