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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Apr 18, 20213 min read
On any given Sunday …
As one who teaches classes to auctioneers all over the United States, one thing stands out: Many auctioneers are looking for the “one...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Mar 29, 20213 min read
Auctioneer: I’m lying but you know it?
Could an auctioneer lie about what is being sold, the high bid, shipping charges, provenance, and a bunch of other stuff and then claim...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Mar 5, 20202 min read
So you’re telling me I can’t rely on anything you say?
Today, we explore a different topic; auctioneers literally say this sometimes: “You can not rely on anything I say …” Our question...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Apr 9, 20193 min read
“Professional” auctioneers shouldn’t be trusted? Really?
Do I think most auctioneers are lairs? Do I think to be a “professional” auctioneer, one must lie? I do not. Further, I believe very...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Oct 18, 20183 min read
Puffing or representing while bid calling
Kurt Bachman is a skilled attorney and auctioneer. We don’t always agree, but his recent article regarding “Does your chant create an...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Mar 19, 20184 min read
An auction disclaimer I saw in court
The essence of this case was the auctioneer was providing estimates of value on items being put up for auction. One such item was...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Jul 15, 20162 min read
“As-is” it is represented?
But in reality, despite this disclaimer, the more accurate phrase might be, “You’re buying today as-is as I describe the lots for sale.”...
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Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
May 30, 20143 min read
Supply sophism
We were flying to Missouri to inspect a noted inventory of antiques and collectibles. The owners (husband and wife) wanted to discuss us...
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