With that in mind, check out nine of the best auction opportunities across Lancashire...
5. 6. £110,000 - Fairfield Avenue, Waterfoot, Rossendale
6. £110,000 - Fairfield Avenue, Waterfoot, Rossendale: a charming three-bed semi-detached family house. Photo: Auction House Manchester
6. 7. £80,000 - Gawthorpe Street, Padiham
7. £80,000 - Gawthorpe Street, Padiham: a rare chance to acquire a Grade II listed stone-built end-of-terrace property Photo: Petty Real
7. 8. £20,000 - Pall Mall, Chorley
8. £20,000 - Pall Mall, Chorley: a three-bed terraced home with rear yard. Photo: James Taylor Auctions
8. 9. £5,000 - Reservoir Street, Burnley
9. £5,000 - Reservoir Street, Burnley: a three-bed end-of-terrace home. Photo: Sell Prop Auctions
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