So now we head into another new year, and I head into my 22^nd year in the auction business. Actually, over 30 years in the antique business.  I opened an antique store in 1984, and ran it until 1994. (more…)

Here is my story about a little tin…not valuable, but important to me.

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Over the years, we have had many outstanding antique auctions, and up until now, TWO very memorable auctions, but now we have THREE!
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In this business, I deal with a lot of collectors. People will collect almost anything…..from cups and saucers, to barb wire, I’ve seen or heard about almost everything!
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Whenever fall rolls around, I think back to the time I ran my antique store.

I had a small store, Highways 400 and 88, just outside of Bradford.  I ran the business from 1984-1994. (more…)

About a week ago I was on a house call, and made arrangements to pick up several items the following week, to consign to an upcoming auction. (more…)

Auctions can be a lot of fun, and I work hard to make sure they are enjoyable. I think they are supposed to be fun. That’s the difference between a live auction and the on-line auctions.
However, there is the other side of the auction business that most people do not see. Dealing with family who have just lost a loved one, or dealing with someone who is settling their personal affairs. (more…)

I had an interesting phone call today. A guy called me from Boston, said he found my website, and thought we would be a good fit for the service he was trying to sell. Basically they provide the software to allow for on-line bidding in addition to our live auction.
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