ESTATE LIQUIDATION METHODS

We identify which of your items will do best at auction.    For high value items, we identify the specialty auction firm that has a history of receiving the highest bid for the type of antique or collectible you have for sale and negotiate the consignment contract to maximize your proceeds.  For other items, we indicate items best sold through a local auction firm and negotiate the terms on your behalf to optimize your proceeds.

Lower value items are generally handled best via on-site estate sale.   We can coach you to conduct the sale on your own OR recommend vendors in your area that provide this service and help negotiate the terms of the contract with the vendor for on-site estate sale services.   

On-line marketplaces such as ebsy, etsy, or Mercari may be best platform for certain types of collectibles.   We can identify items that would best be placed on such on-line platforms and can also assist with the on-line listings on such marketplaces.   Generally, these options are only for "easily shippable" items where prior sales data show   

Some items are best placed at a brick-and-mortar consignment shop or via an on-line consignment marketplace where item is offered at a fixed price.  We can assist you in identifying items that are best placed for sale via consignment and best consignment vendor. 

We are aware of the “wish list” of many private collectors.  By facilitating the sale of items to the private collector, we help you maximize proceeds by eliminating the middle-man fees of an auction house or consignment sale vendor.   At times, proceeds for paintings and other artwork can be maximized by utilizing the services of an art broker specializing in your item(s) and assist you in identifying the best art broker for your item to facilitate a sale.

In a hurry to receive cash?   We also at times will offer you a price to buy items directly from you to meet your need for “quick cash”.   If desired, we can structure our purchase solution so that you have the option of receiving additional funds at a future date if we re-sell items at a higher price than anticipated.    While this is unlikely your best option to maximize proceeds, it does help you get the quick cash you need.