911 2nd Avenue , Marlinton, WV 24954(Pocahontas County)

RESERVE: This is a Published Minimum Reserve AUCTION. The minimum bid for this auction is $2,000.00 (Two Thousand Dollars). Once the reserve has been meet or exceeded the property will be sold to the highest bidder in the bid increments that are being called for by the auctioneer.

Legal description: Home at 911 2nd Ave. Marlinton Corp. Tax Dist. 8, Map 2, Parcel 117, Deed Book 188, Pages 464, Pocahontas County, WV.

Conveyance: The property will convey free and clear of any liens or back taxes. The property will convey by a Warranty Deed. Closing is to occur within 45 days of the auction. Time is of the essence with this transaction. The property will convey by the existing legal description and shall be sold by the existing boundary.

Contract: The successful purchaser will be required to enter into a non-contingent purchase contract. The sale is not contingent upon appraisal, inspections, financing, etc. Should the purchaser withdraw from the transaction prior to closing, the purchaser shall forfeit all moneys deposited.

Ernest Money Deposit due upon the fall of the hammer is $2,500.00 to be paid in verifiable funds at the auction. Acceptable deposits in US funds include good check, cashiers check, wire transfer (call for wiring instructions) and cash.

Buyers Premium: A buyers premium for onsite bidders will apply of 10% or $1000.00 whichever is greatest will be added to the final auction block price and shall become part of the total contract/deed price.

Internet Buyers Premium: A buyers premium for internet/absentee bidders will apply of 12% or $1,200.00 whichever is greatest will be added to the final auction block price and shall become part of the total contract/deed price.

Condition of the Property: Physical Condition of the Property. Purchaser acknowledges that it has examined and inspected, and is satisfied with, the physical condition of the Property and the improvements thereon. PURCHASER EXPRESSLY AGREES THAT THE PROPERTY IS OR WILL BE SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH ALL FAULTS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY WARRANTY OF CONDITION, AVAILABILITY OF MINERAL OR SUBSURFACE RIGHTS, HABITABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND SUBJECT TO ORDINARY WEAR AND TEAR OCCURRING AFTER THE DATE HEREOF. Purchaser further acknowledges that neither Seller nor Auction Firm have made or extended to Purchaser any representation, warranty or indemnity with regard to the environmental condition of the Property or with regard to its compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if applicable, and Purchaser hereby assumes sole responsibility therefore, indemnifies and agrees to hold Seller and Auction Firm, and each of their affiliates, agents, directors, employees and attorneys harmless from and waives any right, action, claim or cause of action it or its successors or assigns may have now or in the future against Seller and Auction Firm, and each of their affiliates, agents, directors, employees or attorneys with regard thereto. If the improvements on the Property are damaged after the date hereof but before settlement, Seller may (but shall not be obligated to) attempt to repair the improvements and, at Sellers sole option, there shall be a reasonable extension of the settlement date in which Seller may attempt to complete the repair. If Seller notifies Purchaser that Seller does not intend to attempt repair, or if Seller attempts but is not successful in effecting repair and so notifies Purchaser, within ten (10) days of either such notification Purchaser shall either (I) terminate this Agreement, in which case Purchaser shall be entitled to the return of the Deposit and neither party shall have any further liability to the other, or (II) waive any objection to the damage and any right to reduce the Purchase Price, in which case Seller shall convey to Purchaser the Property with such damaged improvements as are then thereon and shall assign to Purchaser all of Sellers right, title and interest to any insurance proceeds, if any, received or to be received in payment of damage to the improvements (but no other insurance proceeds, such as proceeds from damage to personal property).

The property is being sold as is, where is without any warranty or guarantee, except for a marketable title shall be furnished.

Personal Property: NO PERSONAL PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD. Any personal property that remains after closing of the deed shall become the new owners sole responsibility to dispose of at their sole cost.

Lead Base Paint:Potential buyers are given a 10-day pre-auction inspection period for lead base paint. At the auction the purchaser will waive the post auction 10-day inspection period as per the regulations by HUD. Every purchaser of any interest in residential real property on which a residential dwelling was built prior to 1978 is notified that such property may present exposure to lead from lead-based paint that may place young children at risk of developing lead poisoning. Lead poisoning in young children may produce permanent neurological damage, including learning disabilities, reduced intelligence quotient, behavioral problems, and impaired memory. Lead poisoning also poses a particular risk to pregnant women. The seller of any interest in residential real property is required to provide the buyer with any information on lead-based paint hazards from risk assessments or inspections in the sellers possession and notify the buyer of any known lead-based paint hazards. A risk assessment or inspection for possible lead-based paint hazards is recommended prior to purchase.

Settlement and Possession. Settlement shall take place on or before 45 days from Seller authorization at the offices of Purchasers attorney, who shall be the settlement agent in connection with this transaction for tax reporting purposes. Possession of the Property shall be delivered to Purchaser at settlement following payment of the Purchase Price, subject to the rights of tenants, if any. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE AS TO THE COMPLETION OF SETTLEMENT.

Closing Costs: The Buyer will be responsible for paying ALL Closing costs associated with this transaction, regardless of what the local custom may be including the current year property taxes. The Buyers closing fees include the new deed preparation charge, document recording tax stamps, attorney closing fees, title inspection, recording fees, title insurance, insurance, overnight letters, etc. Annual real estate taxes will be prorated up to the date of closing.

Notice of Agency: The Auctioneer/Broker is acting as an agent for the Seller in this Transaction.

Default: If Purchaser defaults hereunder, Seller may retain the Deposit and may also pursue such remedies as are available to Seller at law or in equity, including, without limitation, an action for specific performance. If Seller defaults hereunder, Purchasers sole remedy shall be the return of the Deposit and the Purchaser expressly and unconditionally waives and releases any other claim, demand injury, or cause of action, whether at law or in equity. A termination of this Contract pursuant to the termination provisions set forth in sales agreement/contract paragraphs 4, 6, and 7, shall not be deemed to be a default of either party hereunder.

Miscellaneous: Except as set forth above, each party hereto represents that it has not involved any agent, broker, or finder in this transaction and agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold the other party and the Auction Firm harmless from any claim in connection therewith. The provisions of this Contract shall survive settlement. The parties hereto acknowledge that neither has relied upon any oral representation of the other or of the Auction Firm, that no such oral representation will affect in any way the terms of this Contract and that this Contract represents the final and complete understanding between the parties. This Contract cannot be modified or amended, and no waiver or any provision hereof shall be effective, unless in writing executed by the parties hereto. This Contract shall be construed, performed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of West Virginia without regard to the conflicts of laws provisions of West Virginia law. Except as provided in the sales agreement/contract paragraphs 6 and 7, the risk of loss or taking shall remain with Seller until settlement. This Contract shall inure to the benefit of and will bind the parties hereto and their respective heirs, personal representatives, successors and assigns. Purchaser may NOT assign its rights under this Contract except by consent of the seller. However, any such assignment shall not release Purchaser from any liability hereunder the terms of this contract. This Contract may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same Contract. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, or any agreements, contracts or obligations that may derive here from, nothing herein shall be construed to make the parties hereto partners or joint ventures or to render either party liable for any of the debts or obligations of the other party, it being the intention of this Contract merely to create the relationship of seller and purchaser with regard to the Property. All parties to this Contract have been represented by counsel or have had the opportunity to be so represented. Accordingly, the rule of construction of contract language against the drafting party is hereby waived by both parties. If any provision of this Contract or the application thereof is deemed unenforceable for any reason, the remainder of this Contract shall not be affected thereby and shall remain in full force and effect. Notwithstanding any mention of specific acreage in any description of the Property, the parties hereby agree that the Property is being sold in gross and not by the acre.

The parties rights and obligations hereunder shall not be affected if a subsequent survey of the Property reveals a different acreage. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE IN CONNECTION WITH THIS CONTRACT.

Day of the Auction: All announcements from the auction block will supersede any and all previously published or written material. This auction is being recorded. The auctioneer will accept normal increases in the bid price. The auctioneer reserves the right to reject any bid increment that is not in the best interest of the seller. Foxfire Realty and Sellers have gathered this information and believe it to be correct to the best of our knowledge. However, we strongly recommend that you inspect the property prior to bidding to determine the accuracy of statements made in promotional materials. All information is deemed correct but not guaranteed. Announcements made day of sale take precedence over written matter.

Legal proceedings, in the event of legal action the sole and exclusive venue shall be Greenbrier County, WV. All parties agree the time limit is within one year of the writing of this document.

Richard Grist broker, 1751 Auctioneer is licensed by the WV Dept. of Agriculture and bonded in favor of the state of WV.

DEED AND TAX INFORMATION

Deed Information: DB 188, PG 460

Pocahontas County, West Virginia

Lot Size: 87 x 120

Real Estate Tax ID/Acreage/Taxes:

Pocahontas County, West Virginia

Marlinton Corporation tax District

Tax Map 2, Parcel 117

2016 Real Estate Taxes: $302.25

Directions

Downtown Marlinton, WV