Episode 109: Direct Mailing Tactics for Success



Join us as we discuss powerful tactics to use while direct mailing post cards and letters to property owners.  The frequency is important as well as the messaging being sent out.  Learn how to send information, versus just a direct solicitation. We also discuss planning models for annual marketing spend and how plan for direct mailing a year in advance.  Enjoy the show..


Episode 108: Brokers Adding Auctions to Their Business



We are joined in the studio by Broker turned Auctioneer Matt Gallimore, as he takes us through the process of incorporating auction services into his long time Virginia real estate brokerage.  Today he provides auction services (currently) in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Florida, and is looking at adding additional states to his resume.  We discuss the strengths and the challenges he has experienced over the past 12 years and his positive words of encouragement to any real estate broker that has a vision for auction related services in their market area.  Start thinking about how this opportunity may impact your business and enjoy the show.

MATT GALLIMORE


Episode 107: the 15th Annual Auction Expo



We just completed the 15th Annual Auction Expo in Kansas City, Missouri and had over 100 attendees from 20 states and Canada.  The event is in it’s 15th year and growing in both strength and recognition.  Join us as we recap the speakers, topics, vendors and all the wonderful auction training that took place this week in KC.  Enjoy the show.

15TH ANNUAL AUCTION EXPO


Episode 106: Virtual Assistants can be the Future



We are joined in the studio by professional virtual office assistant and VOA manager, Hope Hill as she guides us through working with a virtual assistant. This may be the future for many industries that require part time or full time assistants with specific skillsets and backgrounds.  Using a VOA to facilitate certain business functions can greatly enhance a business owners ability to focus on important activities while freeing up valuable time.  We discuss the strengths and challenges of engaging with a remote assistant and have valuable and affordable this process can be.  Enjoy the show.


Episode 105: IRS Tax Changes Could Affect 1031 Exchange Program



The current elect officials proposed a Section 1031 Exchange cap of $500,000 per person, which will definitely affect tax deferred changes if this passes. Greg Schowe with Asset Preservation Inc., takes us through some of the current considerations for an IRS Section 1031 Exchange and his feelings on what the future may hold.  Many believe the outcome of this presidential election is critical to survival of what few tax incentives are left in this country.  We also discuss Reverse Exchanges and other advantages allowable by law such as Section 121.  Enjoy the show.

ASSET PRESERVATION INC.


Episode 104: Equipment Auction Market Update and Using AuctionTime



We are joined by Mitch Helman from AuctionTime as he gives us an equipment market update.  We also discuss the advantages of using AuctionTime as an online equipment auction tool, when combined with all of the external services they provide like (trucking & shipping, equipment financing, and fleet evaluator).  These services offer auctioneers a much more broad scope of services that can be presented to their sellers and buyers at auction.  Another great episode with Mitch Helman as he outlines the important facets of Sandhills and AuctionTime.


Episode 103: How to tell if you have old oil wells under your property



We are joined in the studio by Blake Scott as he discusses a great program called WellFacts Reports.  These reports can inform property owners of historic oil and gas wells that were drilled, plugged, and are no longer visible to the public, that may be lying under your home, building or vacant land. Blake guides us through the conception of the WellFacts program and how it is helping property owners with discovery information, piece of mind and the security of knowing what may be potentially leaking into your soil.  Enjoy the show..

WellFacts Reports


Episode 102: How to Handle Pre-Auction Offers



Shawn and Trina discuss how to properly handle pre-auction offers that are submitted to an auctioneer before the auction date.  This is an issue that continues to come up with real estate auctioneers and the guidance offered in this episode will help ensure that the auctioneer is keeping the clients needs first, while maintaining the relationship for all involved.  Enjoy the show.


Episode 101: Oklahoma FFA Youth Auctioneer Champion Logan Snider



We are joined by Logan Snider and her mother Rachel Snider from Enid, Oklahoma.  Logan is the first ever winner of the Oklahoma State FFA Auctioneer Championship, and she is only in the 8th grade….  The preliminary round of the inaugural event was held in Oklahoma City and from over 40 students that competed, the top 10 finalist competed at the Oklahoma State Future Farmers of America (FFA) Conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma last month.  Logan explains how she entered the competition, practiced for it and ultimately won the state wide competition.  This is a GREAT opportunity to meet a focused and courageous young lady that fully understands the power of the auction chant.  Enjoy the show.


Episode 100: Commercial Office Space with Russell Hughes



We are joined by Mr. Russell Hughes of Hughes Realty Advisors to discuss the continuing issues with vacant office space in the U.S.  Russell gives us valuable insight into what is currently happening with office space and what the future might hold.  We also have some interesting trivia discussions about many topics, so enjoy the show.