McNeil Liquidations

Ours is a full service estate liquidation and personal property appraisal firm based in central Oklahoma.

Although we’re headquartered in Oklahoma City, we’ve conducted many, many estate sales all across the state. (Take a glance at our Testimonials Page to read just a handful of the letters of reference we’ve received from past clients, and be sure to check out our Past Sales page to see images from our sales over the last few years.)

We work full time preparing and conducting estate sales and writing professional appraisals, so we can and do dedicate all of our time to folks all across the state.

The objective of an estate sale? The orderly liquidation of personal property in a relatively short period of time for the highest proceeds possible. The concept seems pretty straightforward on the surface, yet the process itself (minus a professional on site) can be laden with significant emotional trauma, difficult  logistical challenges and crucial deadlines.

We’re experts in managing estate liquidations. We offer efficient, professional services without forgetting the varied needs of our clients.

We understand that closing a home or business can be exhausting and even traumatic, so we strive to minimize our clients’ stress throughout the entire process.

Your home need not be filled with antiques, artwork, vintage automobiles, rare firearms, fine jewelry and other expensive assets in order for a sale to be successful.  On the contrary, we routinely liquidate estates of all types and sizes.

No death need have occurred, either.  We often work for those who just wish to downsize.  We also work for those who are moving, couples who are divorcing, businesses that are liquidating etc.

The process begins with a consultation in which we come and view the property in question.  (This is always complimentary.)  At this time, we’ll also be glad to discuss any special needs you may have, as we recognize that each situation is unique.

Our commission (something usually set in the initial consultation) is based upon a) what we estimate the gross sales will be and b) how much work must be done in order for your sale to come together.  We may quote smaller commissions on particular items (e.g., motorcycles, higher end automobiles, recreational vehicles, boats, farm implements etc.).

Once we sign a contract that outlines our basic duties and expectations, we work patiently and efficiently.

We clean, organize and display all items in the home, and either remove or drape those items that aren’t for sale.

We separate household trash from merchandise to be sold.  (There’s no need for you to do this beforehand, as we do the work for you!)  In fact, we even go so far as to ask that you throw absolutely nothing away until we’ve had a chance to see the estate in its entirety.  (You’d be amazed to see what some folks have put into the garbage for want of knowing better!)

We price all items to be sold based upon our many years of experience as professional appraisers and estate liquidators, as well as our knowledge of current market comparables.  Should an outside expert be needed for consultation during the research/pricing process (e.g., with large gems, certain firearms, coins and stamps etc.), we take care of matters quickly and discreetly.

We provide and set up shelving, lighting, mirrors, drapes, tables, locked and lighted showcases, risers, clothing racks, jewelry trays, cash registers and all other necessary equipment.

We obtain the necessary municipal permit(s) for the sale, then send out e-mail notifications about the upcoming sale to the many thousands of customers already in our database.

We create, place and pay for advertising in the most appropriate local newspaper(s).

We use only handsome, professionally made and legally acceptable signage to advertise your sale on the sale day(s) themselves, and are careful to place those signs how and where municipal codes may dictate.

We keep track of what our customers want, and let them know via e-flyers and newspaper advertisements that the items they seek will be in an upcoming sale.  (By the way, if you’d like to be added to our already extensive e-flyer list, just scroll to the bottom of this page to add your name and e-mail address.)

We post preview photographs of upcoming sales to this website so that customers can see the merchandise that will be for sale.  Picture galleries are usually placed on the website anywhere from three days to one week in advance of a sale. (To see current sale preview pictures, simply click on the “Upcoming Sales” link and scroll down.   Be sure to click on the “Past Sales” link if you’d like to see images from our sales over the last few years.)

We collect and retain photocopies of all tax exemption slips used.  (Most antiques dealers, jewelry buyers, non-profit organizations and interior decorators hold tax exemption permits.  In Oklahoma, so do military veterans.) After the sale (after the first of each calendar month, that is) we remit all collected sales taxes (using our tax number) to the Oklahoma Tax Commission.

Our friendly and reliable staff waits on each and every customer on sale day(s), making sure to keep meticulous records as each ticket is written.

We always place caution tape, caution signs and “no entry” signs around the property as needed.  We also make things safer for the sale by taking care of all security arrangements, including the hiring of a police officer with full jurisdiction.

We provide tables or shelving on which customers may place their purchases.  We also provide boxes, bags and wrapping materials.

We collect all information required by the local District Attorney on checks written, and we alone are responsible for bad checks.

We can arrange for charity pick-ups and/or buy-out brokers after your sale, else you can choose to keep everything.  (Most clients choose to do a “walk-through” at the close of the sale itself.)  With very high end items, we can even arrange to have the items placed into an out-of-state auction house.  Our clients are always free to be on site during charity pick-ups and/or (the much rarer) buy-outs.

We’ll work with your realtor to expedite the sale of your home, and we’ll be happy to provide you with top rate professional referrals for everything from realty to mortgage services, from housekeeping to electrical work, and from general contracting to plumbing.  (We may even refer other professional liquidators and auctioneers as needed!)

We do the work for YOU, the client, and strive to make you as much money as possible in as short a time as possible.

Our commissions are competitive; our service is comprehensive.

n.b.:  Under no circumstances do we buy estates, nor do we sell our mailing list/customer database. Your trust, privacy and peace of mind are of paramount importance to us.

We’re happy to answer any questions you have, no matter if you’re considering a downsizing sale, a business liquidation, the closing of a loved one’s estate or the dissolution of marital property.  Feel free to call us at (405) 820.2814 or (405) 949.9935.  You may also e-mail us at Oklappraiser@aol.com.

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