Advertising on social media In this day and age, you may be tempted to post photos and information about your items on social media ahead of your auction. But this can put the security of your items at risk, as people will be better able to find out where they are located. This can be… Read more »
Auctions can be exciting to attend, with the anticipation of who will be the highest bidder and the auctioneer talking a mile a minute. But have you ever wondered why they talk so fast? There’s more to it than you might think! Tradition Known as “the chant,” auctioneers’ fast-talking styles date back to the 1920s…. Read more »
Heading to your first auction? You’re in for a treat! You’ll be enjoying one of America’s most popular pastimes while finding some great deals on unique items you can’t get anywhere else. If you’re new to auctions, however, there are a few things to keep in mind to make your experience as smooth and enjoyable… Read more »
According to Think With Google, apps are now an integral part of our daily lives, with people spending an average of 30 hours per month on them. As the common saying goes, “there’s an app for that” and yes indeed we have an app for auctioning. We are thrilled to offer you our Smith &… Read more »
The old song goes, “Oh, give me land, lots of land, under starry skies above– don’t fence me in.” That lyric resonates with a lot of people, especially those who call Oklahoma home. One of the reasons people like living in Oklahoma is that they can don’t have to feel crowded by neighbors if they… Read more »
Trying to buy or sell a home or property on your own can become a headache and a hassle. What if few, if any, people are interested in it? How are you supposed to inform others that you’ve got something for sale or that you have a certain kind of place in mind to buy?… Read more »
Real estate auctions are very common, especially recently with the surge of foreclosures. A potential homebuyer can certainly purchase a great home from auction at a very affordable price. However, there are things you must know about the auction process and how to approach this circumstance appropriately. Before you attend your first real estate… Read more »
Before you put a bid on your “affordable” dream home, you have to take into consideration an important factor that can drastically change the affordability of a home: the property taxes. What are property taxes? A property tax (or millage tax) is a levy on property that the owner is required to pay. The tax… Read more »
Benefits, Tips, and Tricks The traditional viewpoint is that homes are bought and sold through a series of open houses, meetings with realtors, house showings, negotiations, home inspections… the list goes on. But there are easier ways to sell and purchase properties! Through real estate auctions, both the buyer and the seller have a much… Read more »
There has probably been a time when unanswered questions about the history of your home have wavered into your mind. While an inspector can certainly inspect the home’s bone structure, they cannot tell you about the history of the home. Some questions you might be pondering are, who lived here before, what remodeling has been… Read more »
