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Auctions, urgency, and omission
Almost all auctions use a sense of urgency in that bidders must make up their minds quickly. A live auctioneer may only take bids for 30...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Dec 4, 20233 min read
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Auctioneer says, “I’m just bid calling …”
I’ve heard for years in regard to firearm laws and many other topics, auctioneers desiring to disclaim any responsibility say “I’m just...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
May 1, 20232 min read
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Is a with reserve auction better for the seller?
Auctioneers often ask if there is any “proof” absolute auctions produce the highest prices for sellers. While there isn’t a consensus of...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Jul 8, 20223 min read
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Only the first sentence of § 1-302?
The Uniform Commercial Code § 1-302 titled “Variation by Agreement” clearly says (emphasis added:) (a) Except as otherwise provided in...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Mar 10, 20223 min read
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Title, possession, and risks
Most agree that the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) suggests that by default, once an auctioneer says, “Sold!” title transfers at that time...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Oct 28, 20213 min read
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Steve Proffitt & Discretion
If one word is preached in auctioneer circles it’s “discretion.” For example, discretion to reopen the bid (or not,) or withdraw the...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Oct 25, 20212 min read
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Following the law or your own law?
Is it okay to drive 70 miles per hour in a 70 miles per hour zone? Generally, yes, unless circumstances dictate a slower speed — for...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Sep 22, 20213 min read
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Anomalist Auctioneers
I’ve only used the term once before on this platform. Generally, people use the word, “anomalist” for 2-3 different circumstances, but in...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Jun 7, 20213 min read
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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...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Apr 18, 20213 min read
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Are there bad auction laws?
I’ve often said state and federal legislatures don’t do a very good job legislating. Laws are written and/or adopted and then enacted,...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Apr 2, 20213 min read
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Auctioneers: What does this sign say?
No Skateboarding, Rollerskating or Rollerblading and there’s a possible fine if you do. You can Skateboard, Rollerskate or Rollerblade...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
May 27, 20202 min read
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Online platforms dictating what can/can’t be sold? Sure they are …
That aforementioned article can be read here: https://mikebrandlyauctioneer.wordpress.com/2014/03/03/bibles-and-flags-at-auction/...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Oct 16, 20183 min read
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Auctioneer handheld microphone danger
Our question today is, “What are the auctioneer handheld (and/or even headset or lavaliere) microphone dangers, if any?” You are an...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
May 4, 20172 min read
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Is buying at auction considered gambling?
Sometimes he buys things and makes money, and other times he buys things and loses money. Cory assumes a risk when he buys something — as...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Jan 9, 20123 min read
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Guarantee & Split Auctions
This arrangement is known as a “guarantee and split” auction. In this type of agreement, the auctioneer guarantees an amount to be paid...
Mike Brandly, Auctioneer
Mar 9, 20114 min read
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