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Comparison of HDD Broker and its Competitors
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| Cost to List
| Time Limit of Listing
| Geography
| Exclusive Obligation
| Listings
| Additional Service
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| HDD Broker |
free to list, reserve price set by seller |
until sold |
worldwide |
no |
extensive, up-to-date listings, easy to search and view |
shipping, customs, price negotiations, financing |
| Other Brokers |
free to list, reserve price set by seller |
varies, some have time limits, others do not |
regional/worldwide |
varies, some require exclusive listings, others do not |
some listings, difficult to find, some out-of-date |
financing, shipping |
| Equipment Dealers |
consignment fees |
until sold |
local |
n/a |
limited selection |
financing |
| Publications |
$90 - $6000 per ad |
4 - 30 days |
local |
no |
limited selection |
no |
| Auctions |
many complicated fees for both seller and buyer |
1 - 10 days, very time-sensitive |
local |
yes, must sell if reserve has been met |
few listings, necessary information not always readily available |
no |
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