I would like to apologize to TC and Attila for casting doubt upon their honor. Last night I was informed that that they might be working together to raise the price on the house, but I had no evidence of that occurring nor did I have any negative past experiences to help guide my decision. I retracted my bid because I felt that I might be part of a con and I later posted why i retracted it - I too look very unfavorably upon bid retractions - but, at the time, I felt it was justified. Having read the many responses to this thread I know now that I accused them unjustly. Short of outright admission of guilt, collusion is near impossible to prove in this environment. Instead of asking others that I do trust, I unwittingly helped to start/spread a rumor that may not be true. In truth, it really shouldn't have mattered I hastily, and without much forethought, tried to get out of the bid. Mes and Blaise are right in that I should just bid what I think something is worth. Sorry guys and in the future I will leave the conspiracies to others.
np, got a toon logged out there with the check on him its my birthday so I will be in and out of game