Only the first sentence of § 1-302?
The Uniform Commercial Code § 1-302 titled “Variation by Agreement” clearly says (emphasis added:) (a) Except as otherwise provided in …
Tag Archives: risk
Title, possession, and risks
Most agree that the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) suggests that by default, once an auctioneer says, “Sold!” title transfers at …
Steve Proffitt & Discretion
If one word is preached in auctioneer circles it’s “discretion.” For example, discretion to reopen the bid (or not,) or …
Following the law or your own law?
Is it okay to drive 70 miles per hour in a 70 miles per hour zone? Generally, yes, unless circumstances …
Anomalist Auctioneers
I’ve only used the term once before on this platform. Generally, people use the word, “anomalist” for 2-3 different circumstances, …
On any given Sunday …
As one who teaches classes to auctioneers all over the United States, one thing stands out: Many auctioneers are looking …
Are there bad auction laws?
I’ve often said state and federal legislatures don’t do a very good job legislating. Laws are written and/or adopted and …
Auctioneers: What does this sign say?
There seems to be substantial disagreement in the auction community regarding what this sign says. Actually, there appear to be …
Online platforms dictating what can/can’t be sold? Sure they are …
We were prompted to write an article concerning bibles and flags at auction in 2014 after a number of auctioneers …
Auctioneer handheld microphone danger
Erin Doherty Ward recently remarked about her concerns regarding an existing third-party microphone for an event. She has now secured …
Is buying at auction considered gambling?
Cory attends many auctions. He is always looking for something to buy for which he believes he can resell for …
Guarantee & Split Auctions
We recently wrote about how auctioneers are paid. Now we wish to explore yet another method of an auctioneer working …
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