I can offer you my experience and knowledge of real market value for the sale of your valuables and contents. I have a retail store selling Antiques, Quality used furniture, Collectibles, Paintings, Jewellery and a variety of household items. I have been in my present store address for over 16 years.
Because of my extensive knowledge of the buying and selling of related merchandise I can price your items at real market value so that you will get good market price and not get stuck with having to sell leftovers at a garage sale for peanuts (which usually happens when you don't use an experienced valuer). In addition to my retail locations I do Antique Shows and do ebay sales and attend auctions on a regular basis. I have many options to offer you. You can have the benefit from my knowledge and real market experience by simply phoning me. Dennis 905-271-8966.
I am a frequent buyer at Estate/Contents sales. I was very impressed at a recent Goodfinds Contents sale. The merchandise was well displayed and organized. The prices were what one might expect for used goods. If there is anything I don't like, it's seeing retail prices on used items. On some items I offered a low price and still got back a good attitude. The sales staff were polite and knowledgeable. I got some good buys and I'm looking forward to their next contents sale. O.R. Toronto
The following is a list of services we can offer you in addition to our regular buying and selling activities.
1) We can do an Estate/Contents sale at your house on a commission basis.
2) Items of high value can be appraised and valued ahead of Estate sale.
3) We consult with the owners regarding value and provenance. We will give you the benefit of our experience to make sure you get highest value without over pricing items.
4) We arrive Friday with display tables and cabinets and price items to be sold Saturday. Larger sales can be extended an extra day if necessary.
5) We will use our E-mail list, internet and local newspapers and street signs to advertise the sale.
6) We will provide adequate staff to handle all sales and records keeping.
7) We collect all payments at the sale and give you a cheque less our commission and advertising costs.
8) In the event you might want us to get rid of everything not sold and sweep the house that can be arranged.
9) There may be other services that you want us to provide such as qualified appraisals, legal services, real estate agents and security.
10) We have many Professionals, Art and Antique dealers, Collectors included in our group to assist you and family to make this Estate Liquidation a stress free and satisfactory experience for all.
You need to contact me first of all and I will give you free consultation and help you avoid many pitfalls and regrets later.
Yours very truly, Dennis W. Ogilvie President 905-271-8966
Press Release September 2010 “Estate Content sales” What you need to know?
1) Do not use a fly by night individual or business to stage and run the Content sale for you. Deal with a recognized and a reputable business that can offer you a full service should you need it. Remember they are collecting cash for your life treasures.
2) Some clients will require that all contents be sold and removed from the Home and Property. Anything not sold can be given to Charity and an income deductable tax receipt issued. After all, the house may have been sold and those who are inheriting the proceeds will have to pay Capital Gains tax. I can arrange unsold items to be delivered to Charity and a fair-market value receipt issued.
3) If items are over-priced then you will end up with a lot of leftovers which you will have to give away for peanuts at a yard sale. This is not good.
4) If you have a professional do the sale for you then He or She should know the market value and get you a reasonable amount for your goods. Many don’t price it right the first time and then try a second sale at a lower price which doesn’t work because people don’t come back after seeing merchandise over-priced. I have present retail experience in this current market and I price it right the first time.
5) Items of value can be evaluated and even appraised before the sale so that you don’t give away an original “Group of Seven” painting. Goodfinds Galleries,
6) Items must be well staged and protected from theft and breakage. We know how to deal with this as our staff is well trained to keep an eye on things and deal with anyone who gets unruly.
7) We deal with a first come, first sell arrangement with those attending the sale. We will sell on a commission basis which will be discussed with owners in advance of sale. All sales are final and paid in cash.
8) We keep a running list of items sold and at what price. We will settle our fees and your percentage of proceeds right away. If local by cash and if your away then by Cheque.
9) Your personal property will be respected and shoes removed and everything done in a controlled environment. We will assist those who have purchased large heavy items to remove them from premises in a safe way.
10) We will issue tickets to those attending and will not allow the sale to become crowded at any time. You need a system to know what is paid and what is not.
11) Usually the sale is on a Saturday and we are there all day Friday to make sure all items are priced and staged. We will consult with you about the entire process and you may be there to observe and help if you wish. The fact that some service companies don’t want you around may be because they have something to hide.
12) It is important that what ever items are wanted by family members be taken out of the sale well in advance. Some large content sales will last two days and require two days of preparation in advance.
13) Work well in advance so that advertising will have its maximum effect by Newspaper, Internet, Mail list and finally good signs in your neighborhood.
14) We provide quality, experienced friendly staff and that is important.
15) I am only a phone call away if you want more information. Dennis Ogilvie 905-271-8966
“Goodfinds Galleries” 981Lakeshore road east,