I've notice that if you post a max bid, you'll never get it for any less. Right before the auction ends, the bid seems to miraculously go to just under what your max bid is. Seems like a scam that should be reported to the State Attorney General's office under Consumer complaints. The form is online at their site. Also, I expected a "Buyers premium", but did not expect a "Lot premium". The Buyer's premium + Lot Premium increased my final bill by 21%. Seems excessive and a backdoor method for MacBid to increase their take on each item. My fault for not investigating further before bidding on anything though. I have a couple of more items won in a subsequent auction. Based on other reviews here, I'll be surprised if either of them work. Definitely a lesson learned!