Holt & Associates

We realize many people who have items to sell are apprehensive about having a lineup of strangers come to their home to view the items. In addition, we know people enjoy the convenience of shopping online, yet feel uneasy about the issues of security and privacy. With online auctions, sellers are able to remain completely anonymous knowing their privacy is protected.

There's something about that word that gets people's attention. You can almost see the raised eyebrows and the dollar signs in their eyes. It means they have an opportunity to buy quality products at fair and reasonable prices. It makes them anxious and excited. What about when you hear the word "auction, " what do you think of?

It seems that auctions have touched almost every century, every industry and every nationality - this list I gave you was just a small sample. Auctions date back so far in history, that no one really knows for sure how they started or who started them. Records handed down from ancient Greek scribes document auctions occurring as far back as 500 B.C.

The professional designation awarded by the NAA Education Institute to qualified real estate auctioneers who meet the educational and experiential requirements of the Institute and who adhere to a strict code of ethics and standards of practice. A person (or entity) who does not attend the sale but submits, in advance, a written or oral bid that is the top price he or she will pay for a given property.