TRUE BLUE AUCTIONS · ARTICLES & GUIDES
Before you decide.
Know what matters.
Selling a property. Managing an estate. Preparing to bid. Start with practical guidance that helps you understand the process and ask better questions.
A BETTER STARTING POINT
Clarity before commitment.
- 01Understand how the auction method works.
- 02Know which terms and tradeoffs to examine.
- 03Connect what you learn to your own situation.
Read for understanding. Decide with the facts.
THE ARTICLE COLLECTION
Read with a question in mind.
Explore auction methods, understand the decisions behind them, and take a more informed next step.
A Quantitative Analysis of Real Estate Auctions and Traditional Sales: Performance, Transparency, and Cost-Effectiveness
A recent meta-analysis of ten studies comparing real estate auctions to traditional sales has revealed that auctions consistently yield a higher sale price, a quicker selling process, and offer more transparency and…
Who Does The Auctioneer Work For, The Seller or The Buyer? Could It Be Both?
You would think that this question should never be asked, but unfortunately today, many may wonder who does the Auctioneer really work for. All Auctioneers want to do a good job for clients and customers, but who does…
Buyer Premium By The Numbers
Hiring the right auctioneer or company will make a big difference in the total revenue that a seller or consignor receives. By understanding the factors that contribute to the final revenue, it is possible to narrow…
ADVANTAGES & BENEFITS OF SELLING AT AUCTION
Discover Advantages Of Selling Real Estate At Auction According to a study conducted by Harris Interactive some 83% of people believe that auctions are a way to find good deals. Those with a home for sale or other…
Problems with Multiple Offers Selling with Traditional Listings via Realtor/Agent/Broker
You ever notice the boastful announcement by a Realtor/Agent/Broker with their listing that tells you, “Sold in 24 Hours!” or “Sold in 1, 2 or 3 Days!” where they project the illusion that something spectacular has…
Where are people being told to consider diversifying their investments?
Yesterday’s Wall Street Journal (October 29) suggests that people consider a variety of different types of collectibles. “In a study of collectors after the 2008 crash, 74% said investment potential was driving their…
Home Staging Effect? Not Much!
A recent study finds that home-staging services affect a home’s sale price less than most people think
Four Tips for Attending Your Next Property Auction
So, you love auctions, but you find yourself in a bit of a bind when you attend one. Never get caught off guard again because you can now feel prepared. Auctions can be a bit tricky because you often feel like a kid in…
Being A Good Steward Of Your Client’s Assets
Stewardship is not often thought of by many in business today – or should I say that it is when it comes to the business owner’s interests and not their client’s. Auctioneers are the fiduciary of their clients and are…
Auctions Provide A Fair Opportunity For Both Sellers And Buyers
Ever wonder what’s the most unbiased way for buyers and sellers to interact where both can engage each other without completely exposing their bottom line?
Real Estate Buyers Walk Away Because Of Gap Between Sale Price And Appraised Value
The obvious problem with the methods of appraised values of homes and/or the comparative market analysis (CMA) used by Agents & Realtors to try to speculate on a value of a home is causing many home buyers to walk away…
SHOULD WE HAVE AUCTIONS ON SUNDAY?
Today in business it is considered the norm and “good” business to provide the consumer what they want, when they want and how they want. Shouldn’t auctioneers make the most of the opportunities on weekends to have…
PUT THE INFORMATION TO WORK
What decision brought you here?
Start with the question you need answered. Then explore the approach that fits your property, your responsibilities and your goals.
01 · PROPERTY & LAND
How should I sell this property?
Consider the property, likely buyers and sale structure before choosing a method.
02 · ESTATES & CONTENTS
Where do I begin with an estate?
Get a clearer starting point for the real estate, personal property and practical decisions in front of you.
03 · AUCTION PREPARATION
What should I understand before bidding?
Get familiar with the language, then review the specific terms of the auction you are considering.
FROM A GOOD QUESTION TO A CLEAR NEXT STEP
Your situation deserves more than a general answer.
What are you considering selling? What matters most to you? Tell us about the property or assets and the decisions you are weighing.