Ask Kate

Kate,

My father has passed away, I need to clear out the house and get it ready to sell. I don’t know where to start. Can you help?

Signed Overwhelmed

Dear Overwhelmed,

Yes we can, Kate offers a full Estate/Auction Sale Service , which means. I will meet with you for a consultation, and at that time I will advise you the best way to go. I will give you my professional opinion on how to handle the sale of your father's personal property and also the house. I will also explain my commission scale at that time and any other expenses that may occur. I take into consideration the wishes of the family and am a facilitator to help you make decisions in what can be a very emotional time. I have over 30 years experience and work closely with attorneys, bank trustees and clergy. If you are out of state, arrangements can be made via e-mail or phone.

Kate

Kate,

I only have a few things and I dont know if they have any value. Will you help me out? Do you pick up?

Sara

Dears Sara,

After a phone conversation, I came to the conclusion that you do have items of value and I will make an appointment to look at them and advise you on the best way to sell them, Usually our consignment auction at The Theresa Lodge works the best for a few items,We do pick up but there is an additional fee.

Kate

Kate,

My mother is moving into assisted living, she needs to par down. She just can’t take it all with her. What should we do?

Mary

Mary,

Again at a very emotional time I can help you to make decisions that can be hard. I will make an appointment to look at your mother’s belongings and advise on what has value and how to disperse of it. We can help.

Kate

Kate,

I have a business, home, and personal stuff that I got to get rid of and soon. How fast can you have an Auction?

Bill

Bill,

We usually need a two week time frame for advertising, and setting the sale up . The calendar can fill up fast so if you are planning on doing something I suggest you set a date soon !

Kate