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November 2024 by Banooshka Baharestan
Mr. Mike Lawhorne and his crew did a fantastic job of picking up our furniture for the auction , very professional and honest .
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October 2024 by Mary Wharton
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October 2024 by Logan Mueller
Professional staff. Considered of my belongings. Respectful of my questions and concerns. Have used and recommended many times.
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July 2024 by Lisa Castellani
Mike and his team made the trip from Madison, VA to southern MD to pick up items for auction. The were friendly, knowledgeable and efficient as they went through my mother's house and packed up everything that was valuable to be sold at auction. I would strongly recommend using them when dealing with the liquidation of an estate after the death of a parent, or to sell something of value.
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June 2024 by Graham Davidson
One of the most honest and well ran auction houses that you'll find. I've been visiting Pete's Auction for over 14 years and yet to be dissappointed with the quality and experience of their team - I don't think Pete would have it any other way. I can think of 100 other customers who ive got to know over the years that feels the same way. First class organization- thankful that they are still thriving and serving Madison, VA.
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January 2024 by DLS141
I have been going to auctions for over 40 years all around the country and have been a regular at Pete's for the last 15+ years. Pete's is the best I've ever been to. His New Years auctions are simply incredible. I've had Pete sell numerous items as well and he always gets good prices. His staff is professional, helpful, and very friendly and all of his auctions are well organized and efficiently run. We are moving out of state but I will have no problem driving 8-hours to come back for Pete's auctions. Simply the best in the business!
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January 2024 by Callie Cash
Pete’s Auction is a rare find in todays online only auction platforms. You can go experience old style auctions with get merchandise and professional service.
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December 2023 by Donnie Taylor
Should have gone another route. Even though it's been awhile, still feels like we got ripped off selling our household and shop items.
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December 2023 by Amy P.
I have used Pete's as an outlet to sell several of my and my family's items. Some just trinkets and some big ticket items. I have been treated fairly and always been paid promptly with an accounting of each lot sold. Some items were sold in box lots, but this was pointed out as a possibility when I signed the contract. To be fair, I was told beforehand that the items were probably not valuable enough to sell piece by piece. But he took them, and I didn't have to find another way to dispose of them. I went and watched him before I first consigned, and I believe that the way he sells his table items gives the highest return to the consigner. And make no mistake, I am his customer as much as or more than the auction bidder. Without my inventory, the buyer would not have anything to bid on. Overall, I was pleased with my proceeds. Were there things I had hoped would sell for more-yes. Did he get way more for some items than I believed they were worth-also yes. I am not a reselling expert, so I can't judge the market. He put my items in front of interested buyers and that is what made the difference. I will use Pete's Auction Service again when I have more things to sell.
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November 2023 by Robert Sobeck
Most Wednesdays are household items
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October 2023 by Derek M.
Pete's auction service is not the way to go for an estate. Communication and follow through do not exist. Watch them inventory and take our own. Get a copy when they leave. Do not leave things off the inventory you will never see a dollar. They also send you a post sale inventory where described things as miscellaneous or boxes very disappointing. So much lost. Don't fooled by these folks if you work with them take a complete inventory and be there for your auction or they will take advantage of the situation. Really sad don't use or you'll regret it.
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September 2023 by Ammo Chief
Great operation.
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August 2023 by Yelp R.
Pete loves to do "winner takes choice", or high bid takes choice. This is a game for "LOSERS"!!! Why? Well, first of all, you aren't really even bidding on what you want. Well, maybe you are, but the person bidding against you is bidding on something different, and you think they may want what you want. So, you are really bidding against what some other person may value some other item at, and that could be more than your item. But, you do not know this. You just want to buy the item, but to do so, you have to bid ... 1) Not even knowing what the person bidding against you is actually bidding on. 2) You have no idea what they will pay, but you are still bidding against them for what you want, but they don't. 3) Pete knows this, and laughs all the way to the bank. This may be the stupidest con game in the world. You may be bidding against someone that you have no idea what they are bidding on, or what the value is of that item. In other words, you do not have a clue what you are doing and might as well be bidding on a sealed box. This is actually pretty hysterical when you think about it. Would you walk into a furniture store to buy a lamp, and bid for "highest paying buyer winning position", knowing that you are bidding against a guy that could care less about your lamp, but he is bidding on the "winning position" to buy a sofa? And he will pay more for the sofa than for the lamp, but you do not know this. You think that he might want your lamp. This "game" is a disaster. For fools. You aren't even bidding on what you want. You are bidding against what other people may be thinking or wanting, and the fact that they are even here, playing such a stupid game, indicates that NOBODY IS THINKING. They just want something, and are willing to be stupid to get it. LOL. "Winning bidder takes choice" is a game for losers. Pete knows this, and treats people this way. Like they are stupid. Pete's a good 'ole boy curmudgeon, but he's not real nice. And it runs in the family. LOL!
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August 2023 by Randall Richards
I've purchased many items from this auction and have been satisfied with all my purchases. Pete is always clear and precise on the details of the auction before he starts. As with any auction things sell for the amount anyone wants to pay at the auction. I've attended numerous auctions and Pete prides himself in getting top dollar for the items he sells. The staff has always been very friendly and helpful with employees to even help you load your merchandise. I highly recommend Pete's Auction!
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August 2023 by Deborah Mitchell
Pete's is a GREAT auction House ! They offer a wide variety of items , they are displayed where everyone can see and touch for preview .... and are very flexible for pick up ! If you want good stuff from an auction .... go to Pete's !
