Archive for the ‘Auctions’ Category


Retailer Inventory Reduction Live Auction Sale

Retailers are optimists by nature.  You wouldn't believe it to talk to them but it's true.  They keep hoping that they will have a run on their slow-moving merchandise.  They are not willing to continue to drop their prices, because if they do, their cost of goods sold will go up, and their profits will [...]

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Cruise Ship Art Auctions

There is much debate surrounding cruise ship art auctions and whether or not the art sold represents a good value for the art purchaser.  Some folks think that cruise ship art auctions are the spawn of the devil, and others are delighted with their experience.  Reading posts on the web about cruise ship art auctions [...]

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How To Bid At A Cruise Ship Art Auction

Continued From Cruise Ship Art Auctions 2.  Know what's included in your purchase.  Does it come with a frame?  Will it be shipped, or do you have to carry it off the ship?  Is there sales tax?  What about Customs charges?  When can you expect delivery? 3.  When in doubt, don't bid.  Remember, this is [...]

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Cruise Ship Art Prices

Continued From:  How To Bid At A Cruise Ship Art Auction   First, it's important to realize that all items -including art work- have more than one value.  An artwork can hang in a gallery and be priced at $1,000.  Then the gallery goes bankrupt and has a liquidation sale.  The $1,000 artwork sells for [...]

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Gala Fundraising Auctions

O.K., so you’re the new Fundraising Chairperson. Hitting the goal is your assignment.  The budget has been set.  It’s up to you to lead the way.  Everyone is looking to you for leadership and fresh ideas.  What next? Imagine your first fundraising committee meeting:  Someone mentions telemarketing for cash contributions.  There’s no support at all [...]

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