diff --git a/r2/r2/models/bidding.py b/r2/r2/models/bidding.py
index 4296c8b1e..2486a1d86 100644
--- a/r2/r2/models/bidding.py
+++ b/r2/r2/models/bidding.py
@@ -333,7 +333,9 @@ class Bid(Sessionized, Base):
         return (self.status == self.STATUS.VOID)
 
     def charged(self):
+        self.charge = self.bid
         self.set_status(self.STATUS.CHARGE)
+        self._commit()
 
     def is_charged(self):
         """