#opinion

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Jun 11, 20222 min read

At an auction, it “appears” to be …

I’ve said it, primarily because I had heard other auctioneers say it when I attended auctions as an adolescent. For this writing, we’re...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Jun 18, 20202 min read

Attorneys often don’t agree …

As I’ve pointed out in a few prior blogs, attorneys often don’t agree. One attorney states some auction-related law, rule, or the like...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Sep 5, 20192 min read

Auctioneers … information versus affirmation

Colin Cowherd said it. From September, 2017 the quote as I understand it was, “People now only seek affirmation. Not information.” ...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Oct 25, 20163 min read

Cost, Price & Value

In discussing appraisal techniques in classes all across the United States, three (3) particular terms are sometimes the focus. Those...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Sep 7, 20152 min read

Does an auction price equal market value?

This longstanding question is “Does an auction price equal market value?” Relatedly, Bill’s question was if a court had ruled on this...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Apr 20, 20153 min read

The auction crowd appraisal

Saturday arrives and a huge crowd has assembled, mostly around this ’57 Cadillac. Lyle has been wondering for over a week what the car...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Dec 14, 20092 min read

What is it worth?

Generally, auctioneers conclude that whatever they are selling is worth the most of whatever someone is willing to pay for that item, at...