BidFTA How-To Guides

For all the tips and tricks to good deals at Bidfta.com

Holiday Gift Guide: Find the Perfect Present for Everyone on Your List

The holiday season is here, and with it comes the joy (and sometimes the challenge) of finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Whether you’re shopping for family, friends, coworkers, or acquaintances, we’ve got you covered! With over 150,000 items available each week, our online auction offers a treasure trove of unique gifts at unbeatable prices.

Winterize Your Home: Essential Tips to Keep Your Home Cozy and Efficient This Winter

As the cold weather sets in, preparing your home for winter is essential to staying comfortable and keeping your energy bills low. Winterizing not only helps protect your home from the harsh elements but also ensures a cozy and warm environment for you and your loved ones. The good news? Getting your home winter-ready doesn't have to break the bank!

Holiday Hosting Help: Tips to Make Your Holiday Gathering Stress-Free

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the joy of gathering friends and family together for celebrations. However, hosting can often bring its own set of challenges — from planning the perfect menu to finding the right decor. But don’t worry! Hosting doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This guide offers practical tips to make your holiday hosting easier, more enjoyable, and cost-effective.

Deck the Halls: Holiday Decorating Made Easy and Affordable

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and, of course, decorating! Nothing sets the mood for the holidays like a beautifully decorated home, filled with festive cheer. But creating that perfect holiday look doesn't have to be overwhelming or expensive.

How-To: Shop Sustainably

As the US e-commerce industry grows, so does the volume of returned consumer goods, leading to overproduction and inventory liquidation. In 2021, Coresight Research calculated that, on average, 21% of all purchased e-commerce items are returned, contributing to a staggering 5.8 billion pounds of landfill waste annually. With the increasing awareness of environmental issues, there has been a significant push to adopt more sustainable shopping practices. One effective solution to this growing problem is reverse logistics.

How-To: Navigate the BidFTA Pickup Helper

We're making your time picking up items so much easier. Watch this video breakdown to help you understand our new item location and checkout process for step-by-step instructions on how to navigate this new, easier, process.

How-to: Find your items during pickup

If this is your first time at BidFTA, we understand it may appear to be difficult to navigate the pickup process. We’re here to help and walk you through the process. Follow the steps below to locate your items and check out.

How-to: Get Started with BidFTA Online Auctions

Welcome to the exciting world of BidFTA Online Auctions, where the thrill of finding amazing deals meets the convenience of shopping from your home. If you're new to online auctions or BidFTA, this guide will walk you through the essentials to get you started on your bidding journey.

How-To: Follow Our New Item Conditions and Return Policy

We've listened to your feedback and as a result, we've decided to redefine our product conditions to better serve our loyal bidders. We will be transitioning to an updated item classification model. These updates aim to offer a more transparent understanding of the condition of the items we auction.

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How-To: Use Bidding Best Practices

Whether you’re a new bidder or one who has been with us for ages, you’re sure to find something new to help you become a BidFTA.com pro bidder! As employees of BidFTA.com, we’ve compiled a list of top 10 tips and tricks to help you snag the best deals and save big.