The prices on real estate in the United Kingdom have gradually been augmenting during the last years, when at the same time income of the majority of people has been reducing due to the crisis. It is no wonder that more and more people are searching for cheaper housing. One of the most popular versions these days is purchasing houses at auctions. In accordance with statistics, a few thousands of properties are sold at numerous auctions every year. A good thing about purchasing accommodation at auction is that you get a possibility to get an amazing place to live at minimal cost. Auction experts affirm that almost a half of immovable properties are sold much lower than ordinary prices. Immovable properties sold at auction are basically such hard-to-value premises as areas with potential to transforming to residential use and properties requiring renovation. A lot of people are seduced by the plan to obtain a great housing at a reduced price, but you should keep in mind that to achieve such a result you need to be very attentive, self-possessed and need to do a thorough preparatory work. Take into consideration that sometimes attractive houses go to auction since they cannot be sold in a normal way. In such a way when you get them you may be faced with numerous problems you've not even thought about, like repulsive neighbors. To begin with you have to define what auction to visit. Check national and local newspapers and Internet advertisements. As a rule properties for sale are advertised during three to four weeks prior to the auction. So you have time to examine the offers. Pay attention to every detail, examine not only the house itself, but its surroundings as well. Make sure you get answers to all the questions you have before the auction starts. What's equally important, you have to determine your limit and stick to this sum of money. If you find it difficult, you would rather ask someone else to bid on your behalf. It will help you to keep in lines. It's practically impossible to get a good accommodation at a reduced price without efforts. But in case you seriously approach the process of preparation, your opportunities to acquire a housing of your dream will increase.