It Can Take Years to Choose the Right Auction Company – And That’s OK
When the Time Is Right, You’ll Know
Some of the best client relationships we’ve built didn’t begin with a phone call or email. They started with curiosity. A single bid. A watched auction. An appraisal event years ago. Then, eventually: a conversation.
That’s not unusual. In fact, we see it all the time.
People take time to choose an auction company they trust with important things: family heirlooms, personal collections, estates with emotional weight. And when the time comes, the question isn’t “Where do I start?” – it’s “I know who to call.”
From a Single Bid to a Trusted Partnership: Stuart’s Story
In 2017, J Stuart Hoffman registered to bid in one of our online auctions. He didn’t consign anything—just participated quietly. Two years later, in 2019, he left a review on Facebook:
“Many great one-of-a-kind items.”
Fast forward. Stuart’s family had a coin collection that needed to be sold. He didn’t have to wonder where to turn. He called us.
Stuart still registers in our auctions and buys things he likes. Six years after the coin auction, he left a second review—this time on Google:
“Jason and his team are outstanding in every aspect of an auction experience. KC Auction has a great reputation and because of that, the auctions bring in a lot of money. I know from experience.”
That kind of relationship doesn’t happen overnight. It builds slowly, over years of visibility, consistency, and care.
The Appraisal Event That Lingers in Someone’s Mind
We’ve worked with families who first met us at the Kansas City PBS (KCPT) Fine Art & Antique Appraisal Events—some of whom didn’t call us until years later. We’ve also heard from clients who first discovered us through the Symphony in the Flint Hills Art Auction, where we provide online auction support for their annual fundraiser.
Some watched quietly for years—never placing a bid, never emailing a question—until the day came when they needed an auction company they could trust. And they already knew who to call.
From Buyers to Sellers—A Pattern We’re Proud Of
While reviewing our Google Reviews, we noticed something interesting: many people left 5-star reviews as buyers long before they became sellers.
Years later, when it was time to sell a collection, help their parents downsize, or serve as an executor—they came back.
They were watching more than just antiques and art. They were watching us.
What Are You Looking For in an Auction Company?
If you’re reading this, you’re probably asking yourself a big question: “Who can I trust with the things that matter?”
That’s a deeply personal decision, and we don’t take it lightly. Over the years, clients have told us what mattered most before they made the call:
- “I want someone who tells me the truth—even if it’s not what I hoped to hear.”
- “I want a team that understands both value and sentiment.”
- “I want to know my collection will be respected and presented professionally.”
Whether you’re selling a single heirloom or an entire estate, we’re here to walk you through it with honesty, clarity, and care. No pressure. No jargon. Just a trusted hand when you’re ready.
Follow in the footsteps of those who have known us for decades and know that you can trust us like they trust us.
Your Journey Doesn’t Have to Take Years
While we’re honored when clients return to us after watching for years, it doesn’t have to take that long.
We offer complimentary consultations. No obligation. No hard sell. Just real, practical answers about the best path forward for your items.
If you’re ready, we’re ready.
And if you’re still just watching, that’s OK too.
Ready to Start?
Request a free evaluation here! info@kcauctioncompany.com
