#fee

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Nov 3, 20213 min read

A preposterous commission structure

We previously wrote about so-called “tiered” auctioneer commissions utilized to [properly] address uncertainty:...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Aug 24, 20182 min read

Auctioneers are asked, “What do you charge?”

Ask a surgeon what it costs to perform surgery. Ask a car repair technician what the charge will be to repair your car. Ask an insurance...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Jun 27, 20182 min read

What does your free auctioneer cost you?

Christie asked, “What is your ‘free’ auctioneer costing your fundraising event?” I invite you to read more here: ...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Oct 30, 20152 min read

Saying one thing and doing another

In that transition, the CEO of AutionCode said in response to a question about listings posted before the September 22 deadline: We are...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Oct 13, 20142 min read

Seller commission or seller premium?

Many auctioneers are now charging a “buyer’s premium” to increase auctioneer profits and sometimes offset seller costs. Up until more...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Mar 7, 20113 min read

How are auctioneers paid?

There are two parties to an auction. On the one side, there is a seller who typically owns the item, or otherwise represents the title...