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More than a decade ago, I discussed whether a buyer’s premium could simply be reframed as a “service fee” and …Continue reading →
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One of the more common misconceptions in auctioneering is the idea that a buyer’s premium automatically makes the auctioneer the …Continue reading →
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A brand matrix is less about what an auctioneer does and far more about how the public perceives what the …Continue reading →
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Michael J. Phillips was a Professor of Business Law at Indiana University’s School of Business (Kelley School of Business). He …Continue reading →
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Some states license auctioneers, and some do not. That difference comes from how each state chooses to regulate the auction …Continue reading →
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Auctioneers work in a relationship business. Every conversation, post, and comment either builds trust or chips away at it. When …Continue reading →
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In auctions, confidence in the process is critical. Bidders rely on countdown clocks, auction announcements, and platform displays to determine …Continue reading →
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An auctioneer signs a contract with a seller and steps into an agency relationship. That means the auctioneer is acting …Continue reading →
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Zelle and wire transfers are often discussed together, and they now sit alongside platforms like Venmo and Apple Pay. While …Continue reading →
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ATF guidance regarding firearms auctions is often described too broadly. Many assume that a non-FFL auctioneer may freely conduct firearms …Continue reading →