A Guide to Working with an Estate Auction Company

Whether you’re dealing with the belongings of a loved one, downsizing, or clearing space, an estate auction company can simplify the experience. They specialize in organizing, advertising, and conducting auctions to sell personal property. From appraising items to managing the logistics of the sale, they handle the entire process, ensuring you get the best possible value for your items. Here's a guide to working with an estate auction company to ensure a seamless and stress-free process.

Evaluate Your Needs

Before reaching out to an estate auction company, consider what you need assistance with:

• Do you need a total estate liquidation?
• Are you looking to sell a specific collection of items?
• Do you require on-site or online auction options?

Knowing your needs helps the company tailor its services to your situation.

Schedule an Auctioneer Consultation

During this meeting, an auctioneer will evaluate your estate, explain the process, and outline how they can help you achieve your goals. This is also the time to ask questions about their experience, fees, and the marketing strategies they use to attract bidders. For example, you might want to ask about their success rate, the average time it takes to complete an auction, or how they handle unique or high-value items.

Prepare for the Auction

Once you’ve partnered with an estate auction company, they’ll guide you on how to prepare. This might include:

• Organizing and categorizing items.
• Identifying high-value pieces for special attention.
• Decluttering to make items more appealing to buyers.

The auction company often provides staging services to ensure everything is presented professionally.

Trust the Process

Auctioneers have extensive experience in valuing and selling items. Trust their expertise when setting reserve prices, determining the auction format, and promoting your event. Their goal is to maximize your earnings while providing a smooth experience.

What to Expect After the Auction

After the auction concludes, the company will handle:

• Collecting payments from buyers.
• Coordinating item pickups or deliveries.

Providing you with a detailed settlement report, including proceeds.

Benefits of Working with an Estate Auction Company

• Convenience: They manage everything, saving you time and effort.
• Expertise: They understand market trends and buyer behavior.
• Wider Reach: Their marketing efforts attract serious bidders locally and online.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re considering an estate auction, don’t hesitate to schedule a free auctioneer consultation with Legacy Auction Group & Realty.  We are here to guide you every step of the way, offering professional services and a personalized approach to meet your unique needs. With over 60 years of family experience, our team specializes in a wide range of services, including real estate auctions, estate auctions, downsizing and moving auctions, auctioneer services, estate sales, business liquidations, benefit and charity auctions, specialty collections, antiques and collectibles, farm equipment, machinery, and more. With nearly 1,000 auctions conducted across multiple states, we bring unmatched expertise and dedication to every project. Proudly serving the entire Kansas City Metro area and beyond, including cities like Topeka, KS; Lawrence, KS; Warrensburg, MO; St. Joseph, MO; as well as states such as Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and others, contact us today at (816) 820-3313 to take the first step toward a stress-free estate auction company experience!