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March 2023 by Russel P.
Buyer beware! If you participate in Schmidt's on-line auction, your winning bid may fail if there is a bidder PHYSICALLY PRESENT at Schmidt's bidding against you. Unless you plan to drive to Ypsilanti, you may be wasting your time trying to win something on-line at Schmidt's as this auction house routinely 'releases' clocks to high-volume buyers. Schmidt's may apologize for a 'clerical error' and you will even receive an invoice for your winning bid, but your item is GONE! Beware all the on-line banners and badges that show that Schmidt's is a BBB darling or a member of the Michigan Auctioneers Association because they are meaningless and do not participate in any arbitration of disputes. See the meaningless badges below.
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February 2023 by American Dream Estate Sales
Wonderful experience with Schmidt’s! I purchased several unique items as a buyer. I also recommend them to all my clients. They are very professional and honest! ???
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November 2022 by Jeff Gardner
Upon referral I called Schmidt's to get an estimate on the value on an antique table. The staff and Chuck the owner were extremely knowledgeable and courteous.
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November 2022 by Roberto Siffredi
No way this clock ever worked. Maybe they have new management there but definitely NOT as represented by Shmidts. Oh yeah, 'clock may need adjustment after shipping.' I don't think so! My clock guy's talking about $400 in repairs to this lemon.Buyer beeware.
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November 2022 by Jacob Fuller
Good stuff
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October 2022 by Russel P
A disreputable SHAM of an auction house. I had won a clock by on-line auction, received a notification that I had won the clock and then an invoice for the amount I had bid. The next day, I received a surprise email request from Schmidt's that I 'release' the item because there was a 'clerking error' during the auction. I sent the owner, Chuck Schmidt, an email DECLINING to release the item because the clock was an anniversary gift for my spouse. However, Schmidt's had already handed over my won clock to another party and the clock was gone. What was the point to asking my PERMISSION to release the clock if it was already given to another party? Something really stinks about this operation and the way clocks are handed off DESPITE the results of the auction. I spoke with Chuck Schmidt personally and he laughed in my face, stating that 'the Auctioneer is always right.' He also laughed saying that he wouldn't want to be in my shoes to explain how I lost the anniversary gift to my sweetheart. When I bid for the clock, I had to electronically sign a form that I promised to pay the bid amount plus Schmidt's buyer's premium of 25% if I was successful in winning the clock. I won the clock but then Schmidt's reneged on selling the clock to me. Schmidt's has ZERO reputation and clearly does NOT stand by the results of its own auction rules.
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October 2022 by Daryl Sparks
Schmidt's made me cry. My beloved went online to buy me a beautiful wall clock for our 41st Anniversary. We bid and won the clock I wanted and I was in heaven. We were happy to choose Schmidt's for this special anniversary gift. My husand received a winning notification and an invoice from Schmidt's. Then, the next day, we received an email asking us to 'release' the clock because there was a 'clerking error.' When my hubbie phoned Schmidt's, the owner laughed in my husband's face and said, 'I wouldn't want to be in your shoes to explain to your wife that the clock is gone.' Chuck Schmidt had given our clock to someone else and had the nerve to invoice us for it!!!! I feel this was dishonest and the way that Mr. Schmidt laughed at my husband - I heard the whole phone call - that was really AWFUL!!!!
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October 2022 by Rocco Siffredi
No way this clock ever worked. Maybe they have new management there but definitely NOT as represented by Shmidts. Oh yeah, 'clock may need adjustment after shipping.' I don't think so! My clock guy's talking about $400 in repairs to this lemon.Buyer beeware.
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July 2022 by ibrahim salem
great auction , service is fantastic !highly recommended !
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May 2022 by Gerald P.
This is my first time buying from this auction house and I hope it is not my last. They are so friendly, educated in antiques and very pleasant to work with.
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October 2021 by Thomas F
I remember my Father taking my to auctions at Schmidt's 40 years ago and and I still enjoy getting out there. Nice family business and an asset to this area.
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September 2021 by Cedric L
I have a great experience with this auction house. I bid through liveauctioneer, from bidding approval to shipping were all very smooth and timely. The staff are super responsive to questions. When there is an issue with the items after the purchase, they are extremely responsive in resolving the issue. This is one of the best auction house in the country that I have dealt with. I would highly recommend this auction house.
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June 2021 by Peggy Pozzuto
High end antique shop. The facility is quite large and has a art museum on the property. Both were interesting to see. The items were expensive and although not for me, were quite beautiful.
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June 2021 by Tom Fagan
I remember my Father taking my to auctions at Schmidt's 40 years ago and and I still enjoy getting out there. Nice family business and an asset to this area.
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March 2020 by Craig Taylor
Excellent auctioneers that make every auction fun. They have sold high end items for me with great success and sold me a lot!
