Will i lose the EMD if i don’t win the auction bid?

When participating in a property auction, one important factor to consider is the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD). This is a security amount that you must pay to the bank in order to be eligible to bid on a property. Generally, the EMD amount is set at around 10 per cent of the auction price.

If you are not the successful bidder in the auction, the bank will return your EMD. However, the process for receiving this refund can vary depending on how you paid the EMD. If you paid the EMD through a Demand Draft, you can collect it from the bank on any working day.

However, if you paid the EMD through NEFT, it may take longer to receive your refund. Different banks may have different timelines for processing EMD refunds through NEFT. It is therefore important to confirm with the bank before paying the EMD through this method.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is an important consideration when participating in a property auction. Make sure you understand the EMD amount, how to pay it and how to receive a refund if you are not the successful bidder. By doing your research and asking the right questions, you can participate in property auctions with confidence and avoid any unexpected surprises.