Personal Property Auctions

What We Sell

From single items to complete estates, we handle virtually any personal property including furniture, collectibles, antiques, vehicles, farm equipment, firearms, jewelry, coins, fine art, tools, machinery, and more. Our CAI training, CES estate specialization, and AMM marketing expertise combine to deliver professional photography, comprehensive marketing campaigns, and experienced bid-calling that produce results whether your auction is live, online-only, or simulcast.

Auctions provide a time-honored method that delivers the best return in the shortest time. Competitive bidding creates market-driven pricing while our transparent process ensures you know exactly when your property will sell and what it brings.

Estate Auctions: Simplifying Complex Settlements

Settling an estate involves countless decisions—sorting personal property, managing timelines, coordinating with attorneys and family members, and ensuring fair distribution. Our estate auction services remove the overwhelming burden by providing:

Complete Estate Solutions: We handle everything from real estate to personal belongings in a single coordinated effort. Michael's CES (Certified Estate Specialist) designation and decades of experience working alongside executors, administrators, and probate attorneys mean we understand both the emotional complexity and legal requirements involved in estate settlements.

Transparent Process: Every item is cataloged, photographed, and documented. You receive clear, itemized reporting that provides full transparency for all beneficiaries and meets court requirements when applicable.

Fast, Fair Liquidation: Auctions eliminate lengthy negotiations and uncertain timelines. Assets sell at true fair market value determined by competitive bidding, with settlement typically completed within 15 days per Ohio law.

Combined Real Estate and Personal Property Services: Many estates include both real property and personal belongings. As an AARE (Accredited Auctioneer Real Estate) designated auctioneer and licensed REALTOR® with Re/Max Consultant Group, Michael can handle the real estate auction or traditional sale alongside personal property liquidation—providing seamless, coordinated service under one roof. One company, one call, we sell it all.

Ideal for: Estate settlements, trust administration, guardianship liquidations, downsizing, divorce property division, collection liquidation

How Personal Property Auctions Work

Free Consultation: We evaluate your items, discuss your goals and timeline, and create a customized plan. For estates and larger projects, Michael personally conducts on-site inspection to assess all assets.

Professional Preparation: Your items are sorted, cataloged, and photographed using professional techniques that showcase quality and generate buyer interest. We handle all logistics including staging, display setup, and secure storage when needed.

Strategic Marketing: We promote your auction through targeted email campaigns to our established buyer database, social media advertising, print media when appropriate, and specialized platforms that reach collectors and dealers nationwide. Our AMM advanced marketing training ensures maximum exposure to the right buyers.

Flexible Auction Formats: Choose the format that best serves your situation:

• Live Auctions bring the excitement and competitive energy of in-person bidding
• Online-Only Auctions provide maximum convenience and nationwide reach
• Simulcast Auctions combine live and online bidding for maximum participation

During your consultation, we'll recommend the auction format most likely to achieve optimal results based on your assets, timeline, and target buyer demographics.

Expert Execution: On auction day, our experienced team manages every detail—buyer registration, bidding, cashiering, and payment collection—using state-of-the-art auction software that provides transparent, accurate accounting.

Fast Settlement: You receive complete documentation of all transactions, transparent accounting of expenses, and prompt payment. Most auctions settle within 10 days, though Ohio law allows up to 15 days.

Why Sellers Choose Hoffman Auctions

Experience That Matters: With 25 years serving Central Ohio and elite CAI professional training, we've sold thousands of assets across every category of personal property. This experience translates to accurate value assessments, proven marketing strategies, and realistic expectations.

Established Buyer Networks: Our decades of auction experience have built extensive databases of collectors, dealers, and serious buyers who actively seek quality items. These established relationships mean more competitive bidding and better results for your assets.

Professional Credentials: Michael Hoffman holds CAI (Certified Auctioneers Institute), CES (Certified Estate Specialist), AARE (Accredited Auctioneer Real Estate), AMM (Auction Marketing Management), and GPPA (Graduate Personal Property Appraiser) designations—credentials that demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and ongoing education.

Court Approval: As a court-approved auctioneer throughout Ohio, we understand the documentation, transparency, and accountability required when auctions involve legal oversight, estate settlements, or fiduciary responsibilities.

No Upfront Costs: In most cases, we work on commission with no out-of-pocket expenses to you. Our success depends on achieving strong results for your property.

For Buyers: Find Your Next Treasure

Every auction offers opportunities to discover unique items, quality merchandise, and competitive values. Whether you're a collector, dealer, hobbyist, or simply searching for something special, our auctions provide:

• Wide Selection: From antiques and vintage collectibles to vehicles, equipment, and estate furnishings
• Transparent Process: Clear descriptions, detailed photos, and straightforward bidding
• Convenient Access: Bid in person at live auctions or online from anywhere
• Fair Market Value: Competitive auction bidding establishes true market-driven pricing

Explore our upcoming auctions and register to bid today.

Related Services

Personal Property Appraisals: Need to know what your items are worth before deciding to sell? Michael's Graduate Personal Property Appraiser (GPPA) certification and court approval provide USPAP-compliant valuations for estate settlement, insurance, divorce, tax planning, and charitable donation purposes.

Real Estate Auctions: Many personal property situations also involve real estate—estate homes, farmland, commercial buildings. As both a CAI-designated auctioneer and licensed REALTOR®, Michael can coordinate both the personal property auction and real estate sale seamlessly.

Court-Ordered Auctions: Working with attorneys, trustees, or guardians who need compliant, court-approved liquidation services? We handle probate sales, bankruptcy proceedings, receiverships, and other legally mandated asset dispositions.

Business Liquidations: Closing or downsizing a business? We efficiently auction inventory, equipment, fixtures, and vehicles using the same professional approach.

We Buy Estates: Need immediate resolution rather than waiting for an auction? We purchase quality personal property and collections for cash when time is critical.

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you're managing an estate, downsizing, liquidating a collection, or facing any situation requiring professional personal property auction services, Hoffman Auctions is here to help. Our comprehensive credentials, extensive experience, and commitment to personalized service ensure you receive the attention and results you deserve.

Call (614) 314-0298 for a free, no-obligation consultation

Or contact us online to discuss your specific needs