Where do I start?

Our process begins with an initial phone call so that we may discuss your particular situation and how we can help. The next step is to schedule a free in-home consultation where we meet with you in the home, assess the contents of the estate, and determine if an estate sale is a feasible solution.

When should I call?

We encourage you to call us as soon as you believe our services may be necessary. Sales sometimes book weeks and months in advance and our availability may be limited. To ensure that we can accommodate your desired timeframe, please contact us as soon as possible.

Should I throw away or donate items ahead of time?

No! Don’t throw anything away! You wouldn't believe the things we find in garbage bags that could have been sold and sometimes are quite valuable!

Often it's the very things that were expected to be thrown away that are highly collectible today. Some might think these items are trash, but they can be very valuable: old road maps and oil cans, local Copper Country memorabilia, vintage sports programs and ticket stubs, hunting & fishing gear, military items, used airline tickets and brochures, just about all old advertising, old dolls (even if broken, some are valuable to collectors who want them for parts), vintage boxes with graphics. Remember, one person's junk is another person's treasure.

We suggest that people take the items they want and leave the rest—and the labor—to us. We'll sort through everything and dispose of the items we know won't sell. Of course, any personal papers that contain confidential information will be properly disposed of or returned to the family.

Don’t have “pre-sales” for relatives and neighbors. We've heard far too many stories of how “friends” helped out Aunt Esther by taking all of Uncle Milt's antique rifles and woodworking tools off her hands. Even well-meaning relatives and neighbors can put family members in the awkward position of selling valuable items without knowing their actual value.

Why not just call an antique dealer?

We love antique dealers; they come to our sales to buy and are some of our best customers! However, let us explain the major difference between us and dealers.

Antique dealers would like to pay as little as they can for your valuable possessions. We, on the other hand, work on commission and want to sell your possessions for the highest possible prices. The more your sale is successful for you, the more successful it is for us!

That means we'll try to get the lawnmower or tractor running and wash the crystal stemware so it sparkles. That can mean more money in your pocket because you have someone working for you.

Unless you know what you're selling and what it's worth, be very cautious when parting with valuable personal property.

Do I need to be in the area to use your services?

Not at all. We have many clients we have never met face-to-face, and communicate with them entirely by phone and email.

Do I need to be at the sale?

No, it isn't necessary that you be present for the sale. In fact, it's usually better if you're not. Most people aren't comfortable selling and haggling over loved one's possessions; others simply don't have the time or desire. Let us deal professionally with the hagglers.

Are you insured?

Absolutely yes!