Service Types

Service Types

• Estate Sale Preparation
• Online Auction Setup
• On-Site Auction Management

Cost Comparison

Estate Sale Preparation

• Cost range: $300 - $1, 500
• What's included: Home organization, valuation of items, pricing, advertising, and sale execution.

Online Auction Setup

• Cost range: $200 - $800
• What's included: Item cataloging, professional photography, auction listing creation, and marketing strategy.

On-Site Auction Management

• Cost range: $500 - $2, 000
• What's included: Auctioneer services, item display setup, bidder registration, and auction day coordination.

Pros and Cons

Estate Sale Preparation

• Pros:

  • Comprehensive service from start to finish.
  • Can significantly increase the value of items sold.
  • Attracts local buyers interested in estate sales.

• Cons:

  • Can be time-consuming to organize.
  • May require a lot of physical effort to prepare the home and items.
  • Limited to local buyers unless combined with online marketing efforts.

Online Auction Setup

• Pros:

  • Wider audience reach through online platforms.
  • Convenience of bidding from home for buyers.
  • Often lower initial costs compared to in-person auctions.

• Cons:

  • May require a learning curve for sellers unfamiliar with online platforms.
  • Potential for lower perceived value of items.
  • Requires good photography and descriptions to attract bidders.

On-Site Auction Management

• Pros:

  • Real-time bidding can drive up prices.
  • Professional auctioneer can create an engaging atmosphere.
  • Immediate payment and item transfer on the day of the auction.

• Cons:

  • Higher upfront costs due to professional fees.
  • Limited to local bidders, which may cap the bidding potential.
  • Requires extensive planning and coordination to execute successfully.