The way to bid in the future....

We've recently seen some advancements in the way of online bidding. These advancements are sure to change the way consumers can buy what they are looking for.

MarkNet Alliance has premiered their multi-par online bidding software at the 2010 National Auctioneers Associations Conference and Show in Greensboro, NC. This bidding software could be used to service many different clients, from a business liquidating it's building, equipment and other assets to land owners wantign to sell farmland. Iron Horse(A MarkNet Alliance member) recently ran a successful multi-par on a vinyard and the components of the business. Other MarkNet companies are taking advantage of this software and putting it to use for their clients and their customers.

Even in our Antique Tractor world we see changes coming..... We currently have an online only auction of a 30-60 Mogul Tractor. We've posted a You Tube video of the tractor running and are offering an inspection (by appointment) to those who are potentially interested in bidding on the tractor. This is a HUGE advantage to those clients who have one or two tractors. We can service you by putting them online and having the customer pick it up at your desired location. Antique Tractor buyers have become acustomed to looking online for tractors and upcoming auctions. Many of them buy online and feel just as secure as doing that as they do if they would have attended the auction.

We're in the beautiful state of Pennsylvania cataloging a John Deere Tractor Collection that will be an online only auction running from November 14-21st. Check out the website for pictures.

International Auctioneers Conference & Show 2010

This years 61st International Auctioneers Conference & Show was held in Greensboro, North Carolina, July 13-17. This conference provide auction professionals the opportunity to learn more about our profession through designated courses and by seminars offered during the conference. In addition to the learning aspect of the conference there is also the social interaction that these members get to be a part of. Members of the National Auctioneers Association and other non-members gather in open social settings to discuss their business and the business community in their area. This year one of the classes was instructed by a professional auctioneer from Capetown, South Africa. His class was on International Business and it was highly attended. The seminars offered ranged from beginner to advanced. So whatever stage of the business your in at this time this conference and what you learn can help you go to the next level.
I myself was a first time attendee to this event. Let me tell you, they welcomed me with open arms. I was invited for a "first timers" breakfast where me and my mentor the wonderful Traci Dower had breakfast together and mingled with other first time attendees. I sat by a gentleman from Canada,which if you know me it was perfect, since I once lived in Canada. We discussed his business and other things related to conducting auctions in Canada. From that point on every time I saw him at the conference I made sure I said hi.
This is just one example of the many delightful experiences and friendships I made while attending conference & show. I think I could write a book on all that I was a part of.
This experience showed me what a wonderful organization I'm apart of and how much I truly enjoy this business. I hope I can keep this feeling going throughout the rest of the year until next conference & show in Orlando. I'll have to get re-fueled. Next year will be extremely special to me since I will be receiving my CAI designation pin along with my fellow classmates. These classmates are now apart of my extended family and people I know I can turn to at anytime in my life. They've all showed their support for me during troubled times and I know that our bond will only get stronger as time goes by. Thank you CAI class of 2011
In summary I would like to say that if you aren't a member of the National Auctioneers Association....Join Today!!! This year's slogan was "Connect for Success" and that is a promise they keep!! Hope to see you in Orlando

T-Shirt Contest Winner

And the winner is.......Russell Puchalla from Nebraska. Thank you to all of you who participated in the contest. Keep watching the blog and our facebook page for more contests and giveways.

I hope Russell enjoys sporting his new Aumann Auctions, Inc. t-shirt out there in Nebraska.

Future Auction Professionals

I often wonder how young people pick their future profession? Some of us follow in our family footsteps, some of us follow our dreams as a child and others pick something out of the sky.
I was the third kind of person...."pick something from the sky". I picked the school that was still taking applications and the program that looked like the most fun to me....Travel & Tourism. I ended up enjoying the program but it lacked the skills that I need to know to go in the direction that I wanted to go into which was working at a Tourist Board. The lesson this taught me was to examin the course outline and the associated classes. Look at the teachers and where they've worked. Most teachers work in the field their instructing about.

I know from personal experience that I would not have pictured myself working in the auction industry. The funny thing about it is that it fits into all of the things that I wanted to do in my adult career. I get to travel, talk to people about the things they love, work with innovative professionals and work on creative projects.
I love talking to people about what I do and the business I'm in. They always ask me if I "talk fast". I tell them "no, I have a hard enough time talking slow"...Ha! Ha! They are always so interested in what we do.

I wish I would have known about this profession earlier on in my life so I could have properly educated myself before picking Travel and Tourism. I think the auction industry needs to educate our youth about this business. Consider setting up at a job fair or hiring an intern from highschool or college to work at your business. Another good way to find future auctioneers is to mentor a young adult. Teach them the ins and outs, introduce them to people who could further their career.
I just finished my second year at CAI and I wish I had enrolled into the program when I first started working in this industry. I think it's a great learning experience for people in the industry.

On an Aumann Auction note I would like to congratulate our own Tucker Aumann on graduating from the World Wide College of Auctioneering auction school. Tucker is a 3rd generation auctioneer. I always wondered which way he would go but now I see he wanted to follow in his father and grand-father's footsteps. He now has his name as Col. Tucker Aumann on his facebook profile. Watch for him up on the auction podium.

The Aumann Classic Tractor Auction Results

Last week we had our 2nd Aumann Classic Antique Tractor Auction. Our goal for this auction is to promote 50 prestine tractors to potential buyers. We feel it's important to offer our buyers various opprotunities to purchase quality tractors. The combination of this auction in the summer time and our Annual Antique Tractor auction in the fall we're sure to satisfy everyone's needs.

Friday night we hosted a "Collector's Social" for anyone wanting to come a preview the tractors and to pre-register. Our friendly staff provided sandwiches, chips and drinks to our customers. This allows us to spend some one on one time with people and really see what they need from us.

Watch for more of our "Collector's Socials" on our summer lineup of auctions.

The auction started at 10am with the sign collection auction being the first items up on the auction block. This collection could have been the envy of every shop owner. I know I saw a couple that would have looked nice in my shed but I'm here to sell not buy I told myself.
Once we were finished with the signs we started on the high quality variety of tractors that were consigned to the auction. Bidders participated by phone bid, live bid, and online bidding. We had bidders from 24 states of the US, Canada and the UK.

This years auction was conducted at the American Farm Heritage Museum in Greenville, IL. We would like to thanks the organization and all it's members for their help and their friendly disposition. They went above and beyond with our staff and it made our job that much easier for us. We hope that this will continue in the future.

If you would like more information on our upcoming auction and results of the Aumann Classic please visit

The Aumann Classic 2010

We're gearing up for the Aumann Classic this weekend. All I can say is WOW!!! What a line-up!! There is simply "something here for everyone".
The auction is taking place at the American Farm Heritage Museum in Greenville, IL. LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! The members of the museum have been hard at work at getting ready for us. We really appreciate all of the hard work they've done. It's been our pleasure in meeting them and working with them.
Drop offs start tomorrow and I'm sure it will be busy the next couple of days.
This organization is constantly working within the community and trying to better their organization.
In addition to the awesome collection of tractors there is the collection of signs that will be selling first on Saturday. I'm making my wish list now.

We'll be having a social on Friday evening at 5pm. Please come and see us and visit for awhile.

Happy Father's Day to all of those wonderful fathers and to-be fathers. You have a hard job and we appreciate all you do.

CTO Petroliana Auction

This year’s lineup includes several nice globes, excellent signs and many good quality and hard to find pump plates. Also, this auction features a few items from the estate of Walter Evanetich. Mark your calendars and please plan to attend. We will see ya at the Big Friendly!

Click HERE to view the catalog.

How did you start collecting farm toys???

Have you often wondered how people got started on a hobby like collecting Farm Toys? I have. It simply amazes me sometime the extent of these collections. Hearing the stories often makes me smile since the start usually came from a young boy’s childhood. There is no sweeter memory than grandpa on his tractor plowing the fields or harvesting the crops. As adults these men would desire a symbol of that distant past and turn to the farm toy model of that tractor. My own husband has started collecting some farm toys that replicate what his father and his grandfathers had when he was growing up. I hope to one day pass them down to my boys.
The Toy Farmer magazine features a collector and his/her collection. The people they interview are honored and proud that their collection is being featured. Not for bragging rights but simply to share the joy of collecting. They gather often and even have their own groups. Even for the guys who make a living out re-selling the farm toys they always have their own little stash put away that has special meaning to them. The “Cream of the Crop” you could say.
Let’s hear your story of how you started…..send your story to jodi@aumannauctions.com or post it to our blog aumannauctions.blogspot.com Pictures are welcome. Submissions will be posted to the Aumann Auctions, Inc. blog page.

Online Only Auctions

We currently have several online only auctions running. This is a great way to participate in an auction at your convenience. We have anything from household items to toys, tractors, and real estate listed. Visit our current auctions section of our website to view the auction of your choice. Remember to continue to check our blog for summer promotions and drawings! See ya online!

Online Only Auction in Illinois

I don't know about all of you but I'm hooked on online only auctions. What a great way to bid on what you want without having to leave your computer. I've even done it from my phone.
There are plenty of online only auctions going on at www.aumannauctions.com Are you looking for signs for your bar? Maybe decorating a game room?
If you're looking for slightly used furniture check us out. Online only is a great way to get furniture and home decor. We also have collectables and antiques that you could bid on.

NAA Marketing Competition 2010

I feel like a ton of bricks has been lifted off my shoulders. I've mailed in all of our submissions for this years Confrence and Show Marketing Competition. This has been a great learning experience for me. I'm going to get a head start next year. Heck, I'm already thinking of what auctions I will be submitting next year.

I can't believe it's almost May. We're almost into our summer tractor season and you know what that means. We're hitting the road.

We have some awesome auctions this summer. We'll be Ohio, Oklahoma, New Hampshire, Tennessee, Minnesota and Michigan.

If any follower of this blog comes up to the cashier at one of our auctions thru the month of June to August and says they heard about the auction thru the blog, I'll buy one the first person lunch. Just bring a copy of this post of the blog with you.

What a wonderful weekend!!! We had three auctions on Saturday. Plus, Saturday was National Auctioneer Day. What a way to celebrate.
We had the honor to donate our time and services to a great organization and their cause. Vision Way Christian School had their benefit dinner and auction to raise funds for teachers salaries. The community of Taylorville donated wonderful items for the live and silent auction. We hope that the money from this event helps support the wonderful teachers and school of Vision Way. Special mention to Matt Corso, Matt is a wonderful giver or his time and talents. God blessed him with many and Aumann Auctions was proud to see his efforts pay off for a cause so dear to his family.
This week we have two online only auctions running until April 25th. Farm toys and train accessories. Check out the website to bid.
If you all are looking for a new home in the Shelbyville area don't forget about our auction on April 23. The Syfert property in Shelbyville is a beautiful home with great ammenities. It's a horse owner's dream. Giddy Up!! We'll also be selling some equipment at the home site on Saturday April 24th at 10am. We'll have food there of course so come happy and hungry.
Kurt is out in Overland Park at the National Auctioneers Headquarters for a committee meeting. What a great organization and a great group of members. They really care about their craft and how to help one another.

Well it looks as if maybe spring is finally here to stay. We have several Auctions coming up this weekend. The April Coin and Currency Auction will be held this Saturday at the Aumann Auctions Center.

We also have the South Litchfield Land Auction. This Auction consists of 177 acres that will be sold in Two tracts. Don't miss this opportunity to buy property that offers tillable land,and rolling timber which would be perfect for building sites as well as hunting land.

Last but not least join us for the Visionway Christian School Benefit Auction on Saturday April 17. The doors open at 5:00 pm. The VisionWay Christian School is hosting an 'Evening in Paris' dinner and benefit auction. Don't miss out on this great event that will have items ranging from amazing vacations to custom built farm toys.

For more details on these or other great Auctions please visit our website at www.aumannauctions.com

P.S. Dont forget to check out our Awesome Online Only Auctions. Hope to see you this weekend.

Back to the grind

We made it back to Illinois. CAI 2010 was a great learning experience. We gained new ideas and shared some our practices with fellow auctioneers. Auctioneers helping Auctioneers, HORRAY!!! If there are any auction professionals out there that are on the fence about attending CAI, I simply say "Don't Wait". This is an investment in your future and the future of this industry that we love. The contacts that you make open doors to possibilities that you never knew existed.

Aumann Auctions Inc. attending CAI in Bloominton, Indiana

A few of us from Aumann Auctions Inc. are here at the University of Indiana in Bloomington, IN attending CAI. This class brings auctioneers from all of the world to earn their CAI Desgination. We're having lots of fun learning new things. Networking with old and new friends have been one of the highlights of the week.

Antique Furniture Auction

I have a great antique furniture auction going on right now! I couldn't believe how really cool these items were! The Victorian couch is one of my favorites!! The detailed carvings on a lot of these pieces....out of this world! I've really enjoyed working with this furniture and seeing all the unique pieces! The bidding ends Wednesday, March 24 at 9:00 PM.

Happy Bidding!!
Becky

Interesting Finds at Chicagoland Petroleum & Advertising Show

Aumann Auctions attended the 2010, Spring Chicagoland Petroleum Show. We saw many familiar faces, and quite a few new ones. Attendance was up, due in part by a new advertising campaign, by the show's hosts. We enjoyed visiting with many of the vendors and collectors. Jim Potts, at www.oldgas.com setup next to us. He had a nice selection of reference books for the veteran petroliana collector or those just starting out.
There was a wide variety of items including pumps, globes, signs, neons, and cans. One interesting globe we saw this year, was a gold and red crown combination in the booth next to us. This globe was used on a side by side gold and red crown pump. Fairly rare, this particular example was in good condition with original paint. It was priced at $1,100 and it sold sometime during the show on Sunday. Proving once again good items command good prices and sell.
We also saw an unusual Wayne 60 Pump with clock face and narrow base. This pump appeared to be factory. Although not in restored condition, was priced at $1,675 and did not sell as far as we know. Was a nice, great original example of a fairly rare pump.
As always we enjoyed the show, visiting with everyone, seeing new faces, unusual items and look forward to attending the fall Chicagoland Petroleum & Advertising Show. Thanks to Tim and Kevin and their families for hosting a great show!
We are still seeking quality consignments for our annual CTO Auction in Dublin, Ohio.
www.aumannauctions.com 1-(888)-282-8648 See our facebook page for more photos!
Aumann Auctions.

2010 1st Quarter Coin & Currency Auction

We have completed the catalog for our latest Coin and Currency Auction March 13th at Aumann Auction Center in Nokomis Il 62075.

There are 450 Lots of high quality Coins featuring Carson City Morgan Dollars, Bust halfs, Walking Libertys, Barber Dimes, plus some great Currency.

The largest portion of this Auction came from a Ohio Estate, this gentleman passed away in 1979 and his collection was stored in a closet until it came to us. Boy did we find some dandy coins.

Make sure to visit our website to see them on the catalog, you can attend in person or bid online and we will ship your items to you.

Contact Mark at 217-563-2523 if you have any questions

Spring Petroliana Show at Peotone

We are looking forward to attending the show this spring to visit with our friends, old and new. It is always interesting to view the large variety of signs, memrobillia and collectables! This year we will be bringing Dan, our marketing and media director, to gain footage of vendors and collectors. Hope to see you at the show!

Linzy M

Aumann Auctions Inc. at HAH Valentine benefit dinner

Love is in the air..........

This Saturday we attended the Hillsboro Area Hospital Valentine's Dinner at the KC Hall in Taylor Springs. It was a great time with great food and company. The dinner was catered by Milano's Catering Service. Greek salad, prime rib, stuffed chicken, potatoes and greenbeans. It was delicious...Kurt even got Aaron another piece of prime rib. I think Becky was jealous.

After dinner Kurt started the live auction. It really is entertaining to watch auctioneers do their "thing". He joked if anyone out in the crowd had a single granddaughter or niece they would like to hook Aaron up with.

We all love doing benefit auctions like this one. It's a great way to lend our services to a great cause. Plus, it helps us educate the public about the auction industry and about the great service we can provide. They truely are events and not just auctions anymore.

I was high bidder on 4 box seats to a St. Louis Cardinal's game. Happy Valentine's Day to me!!! I can't wait to that. I was out bid on the other 10 items but that's okay. It was all for a good cause.

I can't wait till next year:)

Seeking Quality Consignments for Petroliana Auction

We are currently seeking quality consignments for Check the Oil Show 2010! This is one of the year's best petroliana auctions and shows.

Contact Linzy Micheal at 1-217-502-1594 or Aumann Auctions at 1-888-282-8648 for more details.

Also, check out our Current Auctions section of our website for great online only auctions and more!