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If you’re like many people, you probably spent more time at home last year than any other year. And if you’re like us, you grew a little tired of seeing the same decor day after day…over and over…and over. It’s time for a change of scenery, but maybe it’s not in the budget to do […]

You’ve probably heard the old adage, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure”, which is more true today than ever before. At least, that’s what we’ve noticed this past year based on the sales in our online auctions. So, before you throw out that “junk”, you may want to consider selling it first. Who wants […]

Because of the pandemic, it’s been difficult to hold large events or galas for fundraising. Charities and organizations really depend on these types of events in order to raise funds. People were able to socialize at these fun events in which items were auctioned off in person or there were silent auctions. Seems like such […]

Spring is right around the corner and it has been a busy couple of weeks for us! We have quite a few auctions coming up including a couple of fantastic estate sales that you simply do not want to miss, especially if you’re into vintage furniture and collectibles. These are just a few of the […]

We often get asked what are popular items or items that are hot-sellers in our online auctions, so we’re sharing our top items based on the past few estate sale auctions that we’ve had. Sterling Silver Whether it’s coins, jewelry, or flatware, silver always does well in our auctions. With the price of silver surging […]

As we wind down 2020 and head into a new year, we’d like to take a moment to thank you for being a customer and continuing to support us during these challenging times. Due to COVID, we’ve had to make some adjustments to our operations including limiting preview/inspection days, plus requiring appointments for pick-ups/removal days. […]

It’s that time of year again! We rack our brains trying to find that perfect gift for our loved ones. Sure, giving gift cards is easy, but we have a few ideas to make your holiday presents more memorable… Jewelry High-quality jewelry can last for decades. Every time that person puts on that piece of […]

Have you been thinking about getting rid of personal or business assets but haven’t really moved forward with it? We understand that it takes time to figure out what you want to sell and how to sell it, but after reading this article you might want to take action right away. How to sell your […]

You’ve probably heard or read about that person who found something in their attic that ended up being worth a ton of money. Could that person be you? You’d be surprised the things that could be worth alot of money hiding in your home. That old toy buried in a box, the piece of jewelry […]

There are many companies that overvalue their business assets and then end up settling for nothing more than the wholesale price. That’s usually what happens when you value items without thinking about the target market. However, when a company decides to sell assets through an online auction, the outcome is usually a little different. This […]

When people think of an industrial auction, they think of large machinery or equipment. If you’ve never shopped our monthly industrial auction, you might want to check out our latest one because it includes a wide variety of items…and there just might be something you need in it. From household appliances to tools, laboratory equipment […]

If you love collecting model trains, you can join a long lineage of collectors from the late 1800s to early 1900s who also share this passion. For some collectors, part of the fun is the “hunt” and discovery of model train treasures whether it’s in thrift stores, online shops, or through organizations like the Train […]

If you haven’t participated in any of our online auctions or it’s been a while since you visited our site, there have been a few changes to our processes. In this post, we’re going to cover these changes so that you’ll be more informed and hopefully have a seamless experience with us… Currently no inspections/previews […]

The world has been taken over by COVID-19, which makes an online auction a great go-to approach to sell off business assets. Here are five reasons to consider selling your business assets via an online auction… 1) Global Marketplace Reach If there’s a region that is accessible to your target buyers across the world, it’s […]

One of the most popular questions we’ve been getting lately is whether or not we offer shipping for items available in our online auctions. Although our auction house is based in San Diego, CA, we do serve customers all over the world. The short answer is yes, we do offer shipping! We don’t personally pack […]

When it comes to modern furniture, you can easily find multiple design alternatives to choose from. Despite the widespread popularity of neat and easy to assemble contemporary furniture, there is a section of the population that still has its heart on vintage décor and vintage furniture. Vintage Furniture has a Story to Tell When you […]

Adventure and treasures await in our latest Combined Assets Gallery Estate Sale. If you’re into vintage, collectibles, and antiques, we promise this is an online auction you don’t want to miss. I know, we probably say this all the time, but really, you might regret not checking out this auction. Here is just a sample […]

Industrial tools and equipment aren’t exactly cheap, so when you can find a good deal on them you should take advantage. Our monthly industrial tools and surplus online auctions may have just what you’re looking for. Before you start bidding on items, though, there are a few things you should know… 1. We often have […]

Are you thinking about buying a firearm online? The sale of firearms online is completely legal but is heavily regulated. It’s important to know what you’re doing before making any type of purchase. Purchase from reputable dealers. Make sure the seller is clear about their process. A seller should state somewhere on their website what […]

Maybe you’re thinking of upgrading your old restaurant equipment or you need to liquidate your business. How do you go about selling everything? Here are a few ideas and tips… Buy an ad in restaurant industry periodicals If you really want to target other restaurant owners and sell your used equipment, you could start by […]