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ABSOLUTE AUCTION! ROBERT BRADFORD ESTATE W/EXTRAS Salem, KY

Type

Online-Only Auction

Auction Dates

Starts: Tue, Apr 21, 2026 6:00PM

Ends: Tue, May 5, 2026 6:00PM

Bidding Times

Apr 21, 2026 at 6:00PM - May 05, 2026 at 6:00PM

Description

ABSOLUTE ONLINE AUCTION
ROBERT BRADFORD ESTATE W/EXTRAS

ONLINE ONLY
BID FROM ANYWHERE!
Click On Link to Register/Bid:
https://colsonsells.hibid.com/


SELLING: CHARMING BRICK HOME W/3 BEDROOMS, CARPORT, & DETACHED GARAGE

ALSO SELLING: 2007 CHEVROLET TRUCK, LAWN MOWER, TOOLS, FIREARMS, SPEED QUEEN WASHER & DRYER, HOUSEHOLD GOODS, FURNISHINGS & MORE!!

When:
Bidding Begins Tuesday, April 21st @ 6:00P.M.
Bidding Begins Closing Tuesday, May 5th @ 6:00 P.M.

PREVIEWS:
  • SATURDAY, APRIL 25 - 10 AM - 12PM (FIREARMS PRESENT)
  • THURSDAY, APRIL 30 - 3 PM – 5PM (FIREARMS NOT PRESENT)

Subject Property Address: 408 North Hayden Avenue, Salem, KY 42078

Pick-up date after the close of the auction: Saturday, May 9th from 8 AM – 5 PM
Bring Invoice
NOTE: Firearms will be picked-up from the FFL Dealer not the auction site

 

Directions: Starting from HWY 60 West Main St. in downtown Salem, KY turn onto N. Hayden Ave. & proceed +/- 0.2 miles arriving at property on left. Signs posted.


Home & Property:
Real Estate: grounds consist of +/- 1/3-acre lot w/asphalt drive to home and detached garage, concrete sidewalk, & mature shade trees

Home Exterior: brick exterior, wood soffit & gables, metal roof, wrought iron posts on front porch, shutters, & gutters

Home Interior: front door entry opens to a +/- 18’2” x +/- 13’6” family room with a ceiling fan, & twin-windows

Eat-In Kitchen: +/- 20’6” x +/- 11’6” upper & lower cabinets, built-in stove, free-standing stove (stays with home), black Frigidaire refrigerator w/water & ice in door (stays with home), ceiling fan, patio door leading to closed-in patio, & chandelier light

Utility Room: +/- 5’3” x +/- 7’ w/Speed Queen washer & dryer (offered separately), 30-gallon Reliance electric water heater, square-D 200-AMP electric service panel (circuit breakers)

Full Bathroom: +/-11’2” x +/- 6’9” w/linen closet, vanity w/sink, tub/shower enclosure, commode, exhaust fan w/heater & light, & window

Bedroom #1: +/-11’6” x +/-10’1” w/clothes closet, ceiling fan, & 2-windows

Bedroom #2: +/13’6” x +/-10’8” w/clothes closet, ceiling fan, & 3-windows

Bedroom #3: +/-14’1” x +/-11’6” w/clothes closet, ceiling fan, & 2-windows

Utilities: City water, municipal sewer, propane gas +/-250-gallon tank stays with property, Amana central HVAC heat pump heat/air, baseboard backup heat

Detached Garage: 44’x26’ 2-car garage/shop with power, 16’x7’ overhead door with opener, man door, metal siding & roof, second 9’x7 overhead door on side of building that opens into a
+/-12’x+/- 21’ lean to on end of garage

PERSONAL PROPERTY

Truck: 2007 Chevy Silverado: red, +/-122,596 miles w/4.8 Vortec V8 engine, new battery, 2-wheel drive, power windows/locks, captain seat, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, tow package, auto-beam headlights, left & right steering wheel controls, VIN #2GCEC13C571671218

Firearms:
Long Barrels:
Franchi 20-gauge 720 Diamond, imported by Benelli, made in Italy, 2 ¾” or 3”, 28” barrel, SN-HH19573
Remington Wingmaster model 870, 2¾” or smaller, 28” barrel, SN-1080034X
Remington Premier 11-87 12-gauge, 2¾” or 3”, 28” barrel, SN-PC801342
Winchester Canadian Centennial 30-30, SN-57829
Mossberg 12-gauge, model 695, 2¾” or 3”, 22” rifled bore w/Nikon SlugHunter long-range scope, SN-M133540
Stevens 12-gauge, model 320, 2¾” or 3”, SN-159556D
Champion 16-gauge, full choke, 18½” “Barrel & Lug Forged in One”, SN-TTGF
Winchester 12-gauge, model 1300 speed pump, 2¾” or 3”, 28” barrel, SN-L3650532, w/box
Springfield Savage Arms 410 bolt-action w/3” chamber, model 951, 28” barrel
Hatfield 410-gauge, 3” chamber, 28” barrel, SN-410S16-102406-SGL, w/box
Hatfield 12-gauge, 3” chamber, SN-12S16-107698-SGL, w/box
Hatfield 20-gauge, 3” chamber, SN-20S1G-106317, w/box
Savage model 93, 22-caliber WMR, Tasco 9x32 scope, SN-1268280
Sears & Roebuck J.C. Higgins 410-gauge, 3” chamber, bolt-action, SN-103.740
Ruger 10/22 carbine 22-caliber LR, SN-236-70831
Marlin 22-caliber LR, model 60, Tasco Pronghorn 4x32 scope, SN-11265100
Charles Daly 20-gauge, 3”, 28” barrel, SN-3203017, w/box
Knight Revolution 50-caliber black powder, Buckmaster 9x40 scope, SN-S004534, w/box
Ruger MKII 22-caliber, SN-18-84706
Handguns:
Heritage LR 22-caliber, 6-shot revolver, 6½” barrel, SN-U19997, New-never fired
Heritage LR 22-caliber, 6-shot revolver, 6½” barrel, SN-Y54954, New-never fired
Heritage LR 22-caliber, 6-shot revolver, 6½” barrel, SN-Y55271, New-never fired

Lawn/Garden/Outdoors: Yard-Man Select 46” cut lawn mower, steel yard roller, miscellaneous concrete garden decorations, 2-foldup rockers, outdoor gravity chair, assorted yard hand tools, Craftsman blower/mulcher, gas cans, Radio wheelbarrow, aluminum rocking chair, outdoor swing, assortment of blocks/pavers/bricks, propane tanks (2), portable basketball goal

Tools: Hi-Lift jack, 2-wheel dolly, plastic sawhorses, Drill Master 3¼ electric planer, extension cords, metal toolbox, Task Force 10” table saw, Craftsman toolboxes: one with tools included, 21-piece ¾ socket set, plastic toolbox, Port-O-Brake bender, Craftsman 10” table saw, Black & Decker electric hedge trimmer, Black & Decker mouse sander, Craftsman 16-gallon shop vac, Champion Power Equipment 4000 portable generator, Craftsman electric drill, SKIL circular saw, Craftsman 9.2 volt impact drill w/charger, Craftsman ½ impact drill, Chicago 3 x 21 electric belt sander, Craftsman 1/3 hp auto scroll saw, Remington 14” electric trimmer, Century Machine 8” drill press, Craftsman ½ hp bench grinder, Craftsman reciprocating saw w/case, Morgan Chicago bench vise, Craftsman 2 hp 4-gallon pancake compressor, Lincoln electric AC 225S variable voltage AC arc welder w/leads, helmet & welding sticks, Milwaukee heavy-duty grinder, Black & Decker electric sander/polisher, miscellaneous Craftsman and no-name sockets, assortment of hand tools: pliers, tape measures, wrenches, rolling workbench, aluminum extension ladder, 6/2 AMP dual-range solar battery charger, 6’ aluminum ladder

Electronics: TV & entertainment center, RCA small monitor, Pro-Form Crosswalk treadmill

Appliances: Speed Queen washer & dryer, gas wall heater, toaster oven, small microwave, infrared Comfort Glow heater, Oreck Pro Plus XL vacuum cleaner, Whirlpool mini refrigerator

Children’s Items: Step2 kitchen playset, child’s wheelbarrow, wooden outdoor playhouse, Black & Decker plastic Little Bench toys, assorted children’s toys

Furniture: wooden bench, brown recliner, couch w/recliners (2), glass/wood coffee table, glass/wood wall table, bookshelf, chest of drawers w/mirror, chest of drawers, room cabinet, twin bed, full-size bed w/chest of drawers, chest & side table, living room side tables (2)

Kitchen: one barstool, miscellaneous plates/glassware, pots/pans

Home: miscellaneous mirrors, dining table w/4 rolling chairs, bed linens, assorted lamps, miscellaneous towels

Office: rolling office chairs (2)

Misc.: assortment of electrical breakers, plugs, etc., small animal crate, metal shelving, 5-gallon glass jar, miscellaneous scrap wood, screen door parts, Christmas decorations, hospital adjustable bed, handicap chairs and potty chairs

Real Estate – Terms & Conditions:

This is an online-only absolute auction. Bidding opens Tuesday, April 21st @ 6:00 P.M. and begins closing Tuesday, May 5th @ 6:00 P.M. (soft-close/extended bidding may apply-see below). A 10% buyer’s premium will be added to the winning bid to determine the contract price. Example: $70,000.00 bid + 10% premium (7,000.00) = $77,000.00 total contract price.

Registration & Bidding: All bidders must register online with valid identification & credit card and agree to these terms & conditions. Auctioneer reserves the right to verify bidder identity and proof of funds or preapproval.

Bidding Extensions: If a bid is placed within the final minutes, bidding may be extended to ensure fairness.

Purchase Agreement & Earnest Money Deposit: The successful bidder must sign a Purchase Agreement within 24 hours of the closing of the auction either in person or by email. A non-refundable 15% Earnest Money Deposit, EMD is due within 24 hours of close of auction. 15% EMD is to be paid by check (in person), or wire transfer within 24 hours of the closing of the auction.

Buyers will prearrange financing necessary to make desired purchase(s) prior to registration.

Real Estate Wiring Instructions
  1. Bank Routing Number: 083900402
  2. Bank Name: Paducah Bank 555 Jefferson St. Paducah, KY 42001
  3. Beneficiary Name: Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co. LLC (Escrow Account)
  4. Beneficiary Account Number: 938288
  5. Reference: Bid Number
  6. Purchaser/s add $11.95 to bid total for domestic wire fee
Real estate closing with winning purchaser will take place on or before Friday, June 19, 2026. Buyer is responsible for all closing costs, attorney fees, lending fees, unless otherwise stated. Seller will convey a clear title and a warranty deed. Seller will transfer property free of mortgages, liens, or encumbrances except that of record such as but not limited to the power company, cable company, water company, etc. Possession is granted at closing.

Absence of Warranties & Disclaimers: All information contained herein, and all related materials, are subject to the Terms and Conditions outlined in the Purchase Agreement. The property is being sold on AS IS, WHERE IS basis, no warranty or representation either expressed or implied concerning the property is made by the seller or the auction company. Each potential bidder is responsible for conducting his or her own inspections, verifications, investigations, inquiries, and due diligence concerning the property. The information contained herein is subject to verification by all parties relying on it. There is no liability for its accuracy. Conduct of the auction and increments of bidding are at the discretion of the auctioneer. The sellers and selling agents reserve the right to preclude any person from bidding if there is any question regarding the person’s credentials, fitness, etc. All decisions of the auctioneer are final.

Personal Property Payment Terms:

Firearms & Truck Terms:
Documents: all documents (if applicable) must be completed in full by buyers and sellers. For example: death certificates, letters of authority, creditor liens, Federal firearm laws, and UCCs when purchasing vehicles, firearms, etc. b) Chevy truck will not be allowed on the highway but will be demonstrated on both preview dates. Chevy Truck: Truck runs & appears to be well maintained and in good working condition. Truck payment is to be made in full within 24 hours of close of auction either by check, cash, or wire transfer. If paying with check the estate will retain the truck until check clears the auctioneer’s escrow account, then and only then possession is given to purchaser. If paying by cash or wire transfer, possession given upon payment received.

Chevy Truck Payment Wiring Instructions
  1. Bank Routing Number: 083900402
  2. Bank Name: Paducah Bank 555 Jefferson St. Paducah, KY 42001
  3. Beneficiary Name: Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co. LLC (Escrow Account)
  4. Beneficiary Account Number: 938288
  5. Reference: Bid Number
  6. Purchaser/s add $11.95 to Bid Total for Domestic Wire Fee
Firearm & Truck Terms Continued:
A representative of the estate will accompany the purchaser to the county court clerk’s office (Western KY area) for the transfer of the title unless the title is leaving the state, in this case the title will be mailed. Firearms: Firearms will be available for preview Sat., April 25th 10AM – to 12PM only. All other previews can be arranged through the office by appointment. All firearm buyers will be required to adhere to all Federal Firearm Laws (FFL) in conjunction with a KY licensed Federal Firearms Dealer working in conjunction with this sale. All successful firearm purchasers will be given the name & the address of the FFL Dealer in Paducah, KY to make arrangements for pickup. Out-of-state buyers will be required to have any and all firearms shipped to an FFL Dealer. Proof of purchase required/invoice.  FFL Dealer will charge a $25.00 processing fee per firearm.  Additional fees may apply if shipped.

BUYERS, PLEASE MAKE NOTE AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING TERMS. CHRIS COLSON AUCTION & REALTY CO LLC CHARGES A 10% BUYER’S PREMIUM ON ALL INTERNET PURCHASES. ALL INTERNET BUYERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A VALID CREDIT/DEBIT CARD ON FILE WITH PROXIBID. Buyers must register prior to bidding and must be of legal capacity to enter into this agreement. All bidders must provide their name, company (if applicable), mailing address, physical address, phone number and email address prior to the auction. 10% Buyer’s Premium & KY 6% sales tax will be added to all sales for each lot.

Buyers will prearrange financing necessary to make desired purchase(s) prior to registration.

Auction Terms:
This is a timed online only absolute auction. By registering for this auction and bidding you agree to all the terms and conditions listed above & below.
  1. Lien-free title delivered on Chevy truck once payment is collected and has cleared the auctioneer’s escrow account. Delinquent taxes (if any) will be paid by the estate. If a clear title or lost title has to be reapplied for through Frankfort, a 45-day grace period will apply to provide a good title or your money back.
  2. All tax exemptions must be sent to the office prior to invoices being paid. No refunds will be given for sales-tax exemptions once payments are processed. Please inform us if you are tax exempt. Resale certificates must be on file with the auction company in advance of sale day. Ky sales tax is 6%. NOTE: (all vehicle taxes will be collected at the time of registration, NOT AT THE AUCTION)
  3. Occasionally an item must be removed from the auction due to circumstances beyond our control. If there is an item that you are interested in, please call ahead of time to ensure that it is still registered into the auction.
  4. Currency Accepted: Credit or debit cards only. Payment by credit/debit card is due upon the closing of the auction on ALL ONLINE BIDS except for truck and home.
  5. Previews: Saturday, April 25th 10 A.M. – 12 P.M. & Thursday, April 30th 3 P.M. - 5 P.M.
  6. Invoice/paid receipt notifications may be automatically blocked or put into a deleted/junk/ spam folder. It is the bidder's responsibility to contact us regarding their invoice if it is not received within a 24-hour period.
  7. The online listing catalog is to be used as a guide and guide only, its accuracy cannot in any way be guaranteed or warranted. No sale shall be invalidated or void, nor shall auctioneer be liable for any inaccuracies in the catalog and each bidder assures that all lots were available prior to the offering for pre-inspection prior to bidding.
  8. When the bidder bids on an item and is accepted it is a LEGALLY-BINDING AGREEMENT, and as such is not removable.
  9. Auctioneer shall not, for any reason be responsible for loss, theft, or damage of any kind to any items purchased, the item’s security and protection solely reside with the purchasers.
  10. The amount owed to the auction company will be carefully and accurately represented and shown on a company generated invoice, no 3rd party invoice or receipt communications shall be considered binding nor accepted as amount owed. Invoice/s will be sent to purchaser/s disclosing the total purchase price.
  11. If payment by credit card is not collected immediately upon the close of the auction, purchaser may be assessed late penalties and/or including being reported to HIBID for nonpayment and you will be blocked from any further bidding.
  12. All items are subject to being pulled from the auction up to and including day of the auction for any reason that auction company deems fit, without prior notification.
  13. Pickup: All items are expected to be picked up on a designated day following the auction. That day will be Saturday, May 9th between the hours of 8 A.M. & 5 P.M. but is subject to change. All bidders will be notified if pickup date must be changed. Any items not picked up within the described window and/or prior arrangements have not been made and acknowledged by the auction company in writing, will incur storage and handling fees and will be sold ABSOLUTE in our next auction at the new owner's expense. All fees and charges including storage and commissions will be deducted from the sales price and the balance will be sent to them in the form of a company check mailed to their address on file.
  14. Warranty: Online inventory and any auction-day catalogs are guides only, auction company is not responsible for incorrect information online or in catalogs. The auction company uses the most up-to-date resources to collect any and all info for specifics. Special preview appointments can be made by calling Chris Colson Auction & Realty Company. All information is gathered from what is believed to be reliable sources and is believed to be correct but not guaranteed. Bidders will hold harmless Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co. LLC and its representatives. Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co. LLC assumes no liability for errors or omissions in the listings of any of the merchandise included in this auction including year, type, manufacturer, make, model, usage, they are represented but unverified information and accuracy is not guaranteed. Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co. LLC will attempt to describe the merchandise accurately, however; the sole and complete responsibility to determine condition, age, genuineness, and value of each piece lies with the bidder and or their representatives.
  15. All statements made by the auctioneer supersede anything previously mentioned or described in print or verbally. Please call prior to sale day and bidding with any questions or concerns.
  16. Auctioneer reserves the right to refuse any bid for any reason which they consider to be an insignificant advance over the preceding bid or is not in the best interest of the seller.
  17. Items will be available for preview based upon the times noted in the terms. Previewing the items is always recommended prior to bidding as all bidders are solely responsible for personally inspecting the item and verifying any information presented here or elsewhere. Items and their descriptions are subject to change, correction, updating and/or cancellation at any time without notice.
  18. This auction is being performed online and controlled by an independent 3rd party, and as such the functionality of the third party’s site is in no way the responsibility of Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co. LLC, thus no bidder may hold Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co. LLC responsible for missed bids, electronic transmissions sent from the 3rd party, nor technology challenges experienced prior to, on the day of auction, nor after the auction. Electronic communications between you the bidder and the bidding platform are just that- communications between you and the bidding platform. Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co. LLC is in no way liable nor expected to honor the automatically generated communications from 3rd party entities. It is encouraged, to guarantee your bid is received, that you place your maximum bid via the proxy bid option 24 hours in advance.
  19. It is the bidder's responsibility to know which item they are currently bidding on. The item becomes the property of the winning bidder.
  20. No items will be released under any circumstances unless all cost, fees, and taxes are paid in full and all signed paperwork if any has been returned. This is an absolute auction - ALL SALES ARE FINAL!
  21. By registering for this auction, you are authorizing Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co. LLC to use for their sole discretion your contact information to collect balances and contact you for promotion or advertising.
  22. All disputes or legal matters if any should arise will be addressed in mediation prior to other proceedings and will be conducted in KY.
  23. Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co LLC is licensed and regulated by the KY Board of Auctioneers.
Chris Colson Auction & Realty Co. LLC
3250 Key Drive Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-0031
 Chris Colson, Principal Auctioneer
KY Lic# 258785
www.colsonsells.com

Removal will be expected to be completed Saturday, May 9th from 8 A.M. - 5 P.M.

Bidding Notice: 10% buyer’s premium will be added to each invoice. PICKUP ONLY!!!!!! NO SHIPPING!!!!!! All bids are final. No refunds will be issued. No items will be picked up until all items are paid for in full. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure they are able to remove items. All of our auctions have a soft close. Purchaser does hereby indemnify and hold harmless the auctioneer and seller from any and all damages, claims or liabilities from injuries to persons or property of any type whatsoever caused during the removal of items purchased. This is an internet-only auction. All bidding activity will take place online. Auction company or owner is not responsible for accidents during pickup.

New Information, Corrections & Changes: Please check for updated information prior to scheduled auction time for changes, corrections, or additions to the herein described property information.

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