Ben Ladage Auctions
Terms & Conditions
We do everything possible to make our auctions fair and transparent.

Before bidding on-site, online or by proxy at Ben Ladage Auction Inc. auctions, you must read and accept the Terms and Conditions of Bidding. Read these terms carefully.

When you register to a live auction, bid live at auction or click the "accept" button online, you enter into a binding legal agreement with Ben Ladage Auctions.
All bids submitted to Ben Ladage Auctions are final and irrevocable, whether they are submitted in person, online or by proxy. If you are the highest bidder and the auctioneer announces the lot as sold to you, you are the new owner of that item. ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

Registration to bid is free. Ben Ladage Auctions reserves the right to refuse the issuing of a bidding cards or approving online bids and overall business if we see fit. Registered online bidders are reviewed by the auction company. Bidders may be declined due to low Hibid score or notes from other auction companies. If you feel this is done in error or would still like to bid, please phone our office at 217-652-0924 as we will be happy to work with MOST if you are interested in this auction.

Ben Ladage Auctions Inc. are not responsible for any human or computer errors. We uses a third-party software for online auctions. Ben Ladage Auctions or the software provider will NOT be responsible for any interruption in service, errors, caused by any means including power failures or website outages. This auction is conducted electronically and relies on hardware and software that may malfunction without warning. The Auctioneer, in its sole discretion, may void a sale, suspend bidding and re-sell any item/lots that were affected by any malfunction. The auctioneer is not responsible for any missed bids from live, internet, absentee, phone, or simulcast bids. All announcements made on sale day shall supersede any prior advertisements. Items are sold "as is" with no warranty and that items may not be returned.

Any items being sold with a description regarding condition, age, rarity, origin, etc. are descriptions of opinion only. The bidder accepts full responsibility in determining the value and/or authenticity of the merchandise being sold. All items sold "AS-IS", "WHERE-IS" with no warranties implied. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. We recommend that you visit the auction site to inspect any items you'd like to buy before bidding on auction day. Property and Items are open to public inspection. Bidder is sole judge of value.

To bid in this auction on-line you will need to register with a valid credit card via our secure Auction Flex registration gateway. Credit card is the default payment method. Payment will be deducted from your credit card after invoicing if payment by alternative method has not been made for to auction close.

The auction is a soft close auction which means that it starts to close at the time stated, however it is a staggered close meaning the entire auction does not close out at the time stated. If it is set to close at 7:00 p.m. the first lot will not close if someone has placed a bid in the last 3 minutes, then this item will stay open for 3 more minutes. This will continue until time is out. All lots will continue this way.

It is best to leave your max bid prior to auction ending. When a max bid is placed, the current bid price does not automatically go to your max bid. Another bidder has to bid to increase the current price and the computer will automatically bid on your behalf on the increments set by the auctioneer. This will happen continually after bids, until it reaches your maximum bid amount.

Payments: Ben Ladage Auctions accepts cash and credit card. Checks must be approved PRIOR to auction closing and may require a bank letter of credit. A returned check or not sufficient funds check will be charged $25 processing fee. Credit Cards will be charged following the close of an auction if no other arrangements have been made. Charges will include final bid price and a buyer's premium. Bidders hereby waive their right to initiate a chargeback on his/her credit card for any reason.

Ben Ladage Auctions will send an email invoice at the close of an online auction to the auction winners. Please check your inbox or spam box for these emails.

It is the bidders responsibility to make arrangements for any credit cards that are declined on reconciliation day. If your credit card is declined, Ben Ladage Auctions will contact ONE TIME via email or phone call. If contact is not made within 48 hours, your item can be considered abandoned and forfeited and you may be banned from future auctions.
All internet bidders agree to pay the buyer's premium listed in the auction details on the hammer price on each item they purchase.

Ben Ladage Auctions expressly forbids owners and their agents from bidding on any item they have consigned to an auction. This applies to on-site, online and proxy bidding.

Every item becomes the responsibility of the new owner as soon as the auctioneer announces that an item has been sold. If you are the highest bidder, you are responsible for insuring your purchase immediately.
Buyers cannot take possession of or remove their purchases from the auction site until the total purchase price and fees has been paid in full. Purchases must be removed from the site by the time specified in the auction catalogue or on the auction details page on this website.

***A pick up date will be listed with all auctions. If you are unable to pick up and remove your items during the posted pickup times that have been scheduled for this auction, PLEASE DO NOT BID. The Auctioneer does NOT hold items beyond the published removal times. The Auctioneer will not issue you a refund if you are unable to pick up and remove your items during the published removal times. If you do not pick up during posted times your items will considered abandoned and will be forfeited. We will try and work with bidders if they contact us PRIOR to the pick up date, Not after.

Shipping is provided by Ben Ladage Auctions on most items. Upon completion of auction Ben Ladage Auctions will box and weigh items to be shipped and delivered. It is up to the bidder (auction winner) to pay for the shipping of items. We do not ship large items without pre-approval prior to auction closing. We do not provide shipping quotes.

We do not guarantee when shipping will be sent out. Shipping is typically done after the pick up date. Normally shipping may take 5 days to be shipped out, but may take up to 15 business days due to other auction preparation.

Ben Ladage Auctions reserves the right to withdraw or re-catalog items in this auction. The auctioneer should advance the bid at his own discretion. We may withdraw any item before or during the auction.

Winning online bidders: Items can be shipped or picked up. Some large items we do not ship, contact our office prior to bidding to insure shipping on large items.

Winning online bidders: We ask you contact us if you would like your items shipped. If we do not hear from you after 48 Hours, we will go ahead with shipping out of state buyer items using the billing information provided. As always we will try and keep shipping cost to a minimum cost while still maintaining item integrity.
When you register with Ben Ladage Auctions you allow us to use your provided email address, mailing address, and phone number for marketing information. We will not sell your information. Opt-Out is available on all marketing.

Credit cards will be billed at conclusion of the auction and a paid invoice will be emailed to you. If shipping, we will send a separate invoice via email with your tracking number and shipping cost. You can pay by cash if you let us know prior to billing Credit Card.

**NEW BLA ONLINE POLICY** - No checks accepted without prior approval or established business with Ben Ladage Auctions. We will accept checks with bank letter of credit. Please contact Ben Ladage Auctions with any questions. 217-652-0924 or auctions@benladage.com

Items not picked on the stated pickup days assumed abandoned and is forfeited by the winning bidder. IF YOU CAN NOT MAKE THE PICKUP DAY, PLEASE DO NOT BID. I am sorry but we cannot make arrangements with every bidder for a different date. Please contact our office if you have any question. We are not trying to be difficult or mean with this, it is we have other items coming in and need the space. We will try to work with you if you contact us prior to the stated pickup date. Thanks!

Derek & Carla Long Retirement Farm Auction LIVE & ONLINE BIDDING DATE: Saturday July 26th 2025, 10:00am LOCATION: 13575 N. State Route 4, Auburn IL 62615 Ben Ladage Auctions We are honored to host the farm auction of Mr. Derek Long-longtime auctioneer, farmer, and friend. Derek conducted auctions across Central Illinois for nearly 40 years. In addition to being "the voice that sells," he also announced for New Berlin sports, the Sangamon County Basketball Tournament, numerous area cattle shows, including Illinois State Fair. Be sure to check out this well-maintained lineup of quality farm equipment. We will begin with approximately two rack wagons of assorted items and tools. Afterward, we�ll move into the equipment portion, which will be available for both live and online bidding starting around 11:00 AM.. AUCTIONEER'S NOTE: Derek & Carla have decided to retire from their farming operation. They have a nice line of field-ready equipment Mark your calendar and plan to attend this quality auction! Bidding available on 2 online platform as well as Live onsite View & Bid on the auction at EQUIPMENTFACTS.COM (Search for auction under auctioneer Ben Ladage or by date), or on HIBID at BENLADAGE.COM Buyers Premium for internet bidding only - 2.5% with $750 Cap TRACTORS: -1997 John Deere 9100 4x4, 480/80R42 duals, PTO, cab, air, heat, rear wts., 12 sp. trans. w/ hilo, new batteries, new muffler, greasable pins, showing 5081, PIN#H010088. -1994 John Deere 7800 MFWD, 18.4R42 w/ duals, 350/85R30 frt. tires (new), frt. fenders, quick hitch, 12 frt. wts., 3 outlets, cab, air, heat, showing 5036 hrs. w/ approx. 150 hrs. added for broken tach, PIN#P011606. -1967 John Deere 4020 gas, 15.5-38 tires, single outlet, Syncro range trans., Schwartz WF, new batteries, new left rear rim, new tie rods, no cab, showing 2494 hrs. on new tach with 3637 hrs. on old tach for a total of 6131 hrs., O.H. at 4969 hrs., 2 nd owner, sn. 153916R type T211R. COMBINE & HEADS: -2004 John Deere 9560 STS, 2wd., Firestone 30.5-32 frt., 14.9-24 rear,single pt. hookup, Maurer bin ext., new batteries, showing 1943 sep. and 2885 eng. hrs., 8.1 motor, PIN#S705463. -John Deere 620F HydraFlex 20' gr. platform, full finger, single pt. hookup, hyd. fore/aft, PIN#F730138. John Deere 693 corn head, 6RN, poly, single pt., PIN#X690722. EZ Trail head cart. EQUIPMENT: -Kinze 3500 8/15 split row planter, KPM III monitor, trash whippers, Keeton seed firmers, endwise transport, sn#904150. -Great Plains Turbo Till 2400TT, rolling baskets, like new cutters, sn#GP3522NN. -Demco 550 grav. wagon, 425/65R22.5 tires, red, rear brakes. -EZ Trail 500 grav. wagon, Firestone 16.5L-16.1 tires, red, on EZ Trail 1585 gear. -EZ Trail 510 grain cart, Titan 23.1-26 tires, green, sn#G61242. -Bush Hog 2610Legend shredder, 10', pull type. DMI Tiger Two 5 shank ripper on 30" centers, 16.5L- 16.1 tires. -John Deere 400 rotary hoe, 15', mtd. -John Deere 48 front end loader w/ 5' bucket. -Landoll 12' disc chisel. -Allis-Chalmers 9' rear blade. TRUCK: -1995 Ford L8000, twin screw, Reiten 20' alum. bed w/ 60" sides, Cummins 505 cu. in. turbo diesel motor, Fuller 8 sp. trans, roll tarp, cargo doors, 11R22.5 tires, new batteries 9-23, showing 224,023 miles. OTHER: Troy-Bilt "Bronc" rear tine tiller. John Deere AC-G3200i generator, quiet run. Kazuma 'Falcon' 110 cc. 4 wheeler, new battery. Plus other farm related items. TERMS: Cash or checks w/ proper ID. Credit Cards with 5% CC Fee Not responsible for accidents. Announcements made day of auction will take precedence over printed material. Shipping will have to be arranged by buyer Equipment for loading will be available day of auction All announcements made on sale day shall supersede any prior advertisements. Items sold as is where is with no guarantee unless otherwise stated prior. Please read Terms & Condition before bidding. Any items being sold with a description in regard to condition, age, rarity, origin, etc. are descriptions of opinion only. The bidder accepts full responsibility in determining the value and/or authenticity of the merchandise being sold. All items sold "AS-IS", "WHERE-IS" with no warranties implied. Shipping will have to be arranged by buyer Items are sold "as is" with no warranty and that items may not be returned. The auctioneer is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the description of the merchandise. The auctioneer is not responsible for any internet services fails. The auctioneer is not responsible for any missed bids from live, internet, absentee, phone, or simulcast bids. An invoice will be emailed to all winning bidders at the conclusion of the auction. Acceptable forms of payment are Mastercard, Visa, Discover, Debit Card, Cash or Check. **NEW BLA ONLINE POLICY** - No checks accepted without prior approval or established business with Ben Ladage Auctions. We will accept checks with bank letter of credit. Please contact Ben Ladage Auctions with any questions. 217-652-0924 . Nice line of well-maintained Farm Equipment. Your attendance is always appreciated! Food Available With Rogers Road Side Caf� Equipment Owner: Derek Long- 217-899-2373 Ben Ladage Auctions: 217.652.0924