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Buying at auction

Practical information for consignors, collectors, executors and bidders — from how auctions work and what things are worth to appraisals, estates and the personal property market.

Buying at auctionOctober 10, 20173 min read

Common Mistakes To Avoid At Your First Atlanta Live Auction

Live auctions are exciting, and quite often dramatic environments. These qualities are intensified in a city like Atlanta, where historic and high-end items are frequently up for auction. Because the...
Buying at auctionMay 4, 20174 min read

The Benefits of Buying and Selling Cars at Classic Auto Auctions

Collectors of classic cars have refined taste and are passionate about preserving icons of culture. For most people, cars are simply a means to an end- a way to get...
Buying at auctionMarch 27, 20175 min read

3 Ways to Place an Auction Bid Without Leaving Home

Many people think of auctions as loud, crowded rooms with collectors and their assistants shouting over one another, straining to outbid each other on priceless items as the auctioneer rattles...
Buying at auctionJanuary 24, 20174 min read

3 Important Tips for Fraud Prevention in the Auction World

Auctions, both online and in-person are exciting and unique. In which other context can you peruse invaluable art, antique cars, Victorian furniture, and vintage fine jewelry in one place? Participating...

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