LIVE AUCTION - 160 Acres in Tift County, Georgia and Personal Property

Dear Prospective Bidder: Hudson and Marshall is pleased to have been chosen by the Heirs of the Estate to offer these exceptional pieces of real estate and persoanl property in Tift County. This property has been in the Belflower/Chapman families for 100 + years and never available for sale.  We encourage you to inspect this home and land, as well as all the personal property, and be with us for  a live auction on Saturday, April 5th.  Best of Luck in Your Bidding!  Hudson and Marshall

All real estate and personal property sells from Lot 1 located at 577 Zion Hope Road, Tifton, Georgia

  • Lot 1 - 3.3 Acres with house located at the corner of Early Hutchinson Road and Zion Hope Road
  • Lot 2 - 89.32 Acres located on Zion Hope Road
  • Lot 3 - 48.9 Acres located on Highway 41
  • Lot 4 - 12.12 located on HM Barry Road

See indivdial Items for property details

AUCTION: The live auction will be held Saturday, April 5, 2025 @ 10:30 A.M. from Farm 1 locatd at 577 Zion Hope Road, Tifton.  All personal property will sell at the conclusion of the real estate.

BUYERS PREMIUM: All real estate, equipment and personal property will be sold with a 10% buyer’s premium fee. The bid amount plus the buyer’s premium equals the final purchase price. For example: A $10,000.00 bid plus the $1,000.00 buyer’s premium fee equals the final purchase price of $11,000.00.

TERMS OF SALE FOR REAL ESTATE: The successful bidder will pay an earnest money deposit equal to ten percent (10%) of the purchase price with the balance due by May 9, 2025 at closing. Accepted forms of payment are cash, certified funds or business/personal check.

SURVEY :Lots 1, 3 and 4 sell by existing deed and surveys. Because the survey on Lot 2 was completed in 1934, a new survey has been ordered to ensure accuracy.  The cost of this survey will split equally between the Seller and Buyer.  Once the survey has been completed it will be available on our website along with the cost.  If you have any questoins call Steve Slocumb at 478-957-4283. 

CLOSING COSTS: The 2025 real estate taxes will be prorated at Closing.  The purchaser shall pay for any title exam fee, title insurance premium or attorney’s title opinion, loan closing costs, appraisal fees, recording charges and any and all other costs associated with closing these transactions.  Chad C. VanOrman in Tifton will be handling the closing.  

TERMS OF SALE PERSONAL PROPERTY:  A picture ID will be required to register to bid.  The Auctioneer may announce incremental bidding requirements for any single lot or on all lots.  All items purchased at the auction must be paid for in full on auction day.  We accept Cash, Personal or Company Checks and Credit/Debit Card with 3% Fee.

SALES TAX: Applicable sales tax will be collected from all buyers unless proper tax exempt forms are presented at registration. No exceptions!  

INSPECTION:  The house and equipment will be available for inspection Sunday, March 23rd and Sunday, March 30th from 2:00 until 5:00, and Friday, April 4th from Noon until 5:00 or by appointment with Steve Slocumb at 478-957-4283.

BUYERS NOTE: Information contained herein was taken from sources deemed reliable and is believed to be correct. Although every precaution has been taken to insure the accuracy of the information herein, Hudson & Marshall, Inc., Seller, Sale Managers and all of their agents will not be responsible for any errors or omissions. It is the Purchasers responsibility to conduct their own due diligence and make their own decisions as to the accuracy of all information.  The land, home, outbuildings, and/or any improvements located thereon are being sold “AS-IS-WHERE-IS.” The Seller does not warrant any electrical, water, septic system, plumbing, HVAC, structural, termite infestation, any prior or existing lead base paint, physical suitability for particular use and/or future use of the improvements or the property. The Seller warrants only marketable title free and clear of liens and encumbrances All personal property and equipment sells in its “As-Is/Where-Is” condition with no warranties expressed or implied. Auctioneers are acting as agents for the Seller not the Buyer. Announcements made at the auction take precedence over all written matter. Buyers should carefully verify all items and bid accordingly. The real estate sells subject to the acceptance of the high bids by the Seller.  The personal property will sell at absolute auction to the highest bidder.

LICENSE INFORMATION: AM Marshall IV #1605, RS Slocumb #3512, Sam W Marshall #2479, H&M #274