Expert Estate Broker of Antiquities, Fine Art, Furnishings, Books, Silver, Fine Jewelry & Other Collectibles

"SERVICING DALLAS' FINEST ESTATES WITH SALES & APPRAISALS FOR OVER TWENTY YEARS"

THE SERVICES
Primarily, we conduct “on premise” estate, inventory and household liquidation sales of personal property. This includes antiques, fine furnishings, art, silver, jewelry, collectibles, books and all other fine household accessories. If you have quality merchandise for sale but a public sale event is not possible from your premises; NO PROBLEM! We can facilitate the transport of our merchandise to an appropriate sale premise. Additionally, we can conduct private, invitation only sales.

THE PROCESS
And it is a process! Typically, with an on premise sale, the sale begins the moment that you the client give us the keys to the premises and say, “Emeric, everything in here is for sale.” At this point we have a contractual obligation to you to account for and collect $$$ for all sale merchandise. Depending on the quantity and quality of the merchandise, the sale will usually conclude 7 to 14 days later. Some estates may require more time. There is a lot of work required during this sale process, such as organizing the premises, display of the merchandise, pricing of the merchandise, advertising and signage.

Our firm has experienced and professional staff dedicated to these tasks. Often we will also begin by selling privately by appointment.We have a “short list” of buyers for quality items who pay premium prices. They tend to buy items that we call “security risks” items, such as silver, art crystal, porcelains, rare books, jewelry, etc. Things that might be lost or damaged during a public event. Consequently, shrinkage becomes a minor concern. Finally comes the part of the sale you might be more familiar with. Ad in the newspaper, signs in the neighborhood and yard, tons of people coming and going. This part is important to enable the sale of more ordinary items. During this entire process we take great care to protect your merchandise and premises. Emeric DeGaul takes it upon himself to treat the items as if they were his own personal treasures and house.

UNSOLD ITEMS
There always are some unsold items. They tend to be the most undesirable items. We can facilitate the bulk removal of these items, leaving you an empty premise, or we can leave the unsold items “AS-IS” for a charity of your choice to pick up.

THE SPLIT
We usually are engaged to work on a commission basis. The standard rate is 30% from which I pay all the expenses (advertising, staff, etc.). The estate takes 70% of the gross sale proceeds. All estates are different and so this rate may vary depending on the nature of the merchandise and premise.

CONSULTATION
There is no cost or obligation to have me come out and see what you have. Once it's seen then an offer can be made along with a concise game plan and an quote and exact commission. Call us today at 214-528-4830.

YOU SELL
If you prefer to sell your merchandise out right for cash, we could be a buyer. A purchase agreement is contingent upon both the desirability of your merchandise and your discounted bulk sale price.

APPRAISAL
Because Emeric is engaged in the business of selling personal property items on a daily basis, he is frequently called upon to provide expert appraisals for property settlement, probate, bankruptcy, divorce and insurance. Formal written reports are submitted in a jurat’s form i.e.; as sworn testimony. Informal, unwritten appraisals are offered at a reduced fee.

CALL EMERIC DeGAUL 214-528-4830

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