Tag Archives: Auctioneer

Episode 123: The 2024 National Charity Auctioneer Award Winner (Marty Griepentrog)

August 8, 2025EpisodesAuctioneer, auctions, benefit auction, bidder, charities, charity auction, land auction, non profit, Online Auction, real estate, silent auction, united country auction servicethesalering

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Listen to this great podcast show with the 2024 National Benefit & Charity Auctioneer Award Winner, Marty Griepentrog. We discuss the auction profession with first this generation auctioneer who is making waves in the auction industry as he takes down the award for the highest number of reported benefit and charitable auctions in 2024, as recorded by United Country Real Estate | Auction Services. Marty discusses his early years in the business and the industries he serves with a passion for youth and giving back in the region he grew up in. Enjoy the show.

Episode 119: Using a Virtual Office Assistant

May 6, 2025Episodesagent, assistant, Auctioneer, digital marketing, direct marketing, heritage brokers and auctioneers, office assistant, real estate broker, secretary, United Country Real Estate, virtual assistant, virtual marketingthesalering

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In this episode of The Sale Ring we talk with professional Virtual Office Assistant (VOA), Hope Hill about how to effectively use a VOA. She guides us through the initial engagement and what specific services and tools will help a real estate brokerage increase listing performance and drive revenue. Enjoy the show.

Episode 116: Top 5 Reasons Why Real Estate Agents Fail

March 4, 2025Episodesagent, agent recruiting, Auctioneer, broker, commission, real estate agent, real estate commission, realtor, Training, United Country Real Estatethesalering

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We have an interesting podcast show about the top 5 reasons that real estate agents do not make it in this business. Lots of insight that we learned from the 100th Anniversary of United Country Real Estate and talking to brokers that manage agents. If you are a managing broker and are looking to sharpen your recruiting skills, then understanding why agents fail should be at the top of your list. Enjoy the show.

Episode 109: Direct Mailing Tactics for Success

October 10, 2024EpisodesAuctioneer, direct mail, heritage brokers and auctioneers, land agent, listings, marketing, real estate prospecting, realtor, United Country Real Estatethesalering

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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 107: the 15th Annual Auction Expo

September 12, 2024Episodesauction association, auction law, Auctioneer, auctioneers license law, broker license, equipment auctions, expo, land auction, National Auctioneers Association, Online Auctions, online equipment auctions, real estate auction, training sessions, united country auction services, United Country Real Estatethesalering

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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 94: Building Rapport with Clients

November 28, 2023EpisodesAuctioneer, auctions, communication skills, effective communication, home sales, land sales, listings, realtor, sales, sales agent, United Country Real Estatethesalering

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In this episode we discuss the 12 steps to building rapport with clients through effective communication skills, active listening and being responsive. Trina and Shawn go through a list of time tested essentials for establishing a positive and productive relationship with prospective clients and customers. We hope you enjoy this info packed episode.

Episode 90: Is a Multi-Parcel Auction the Right Move

June 2, 2023Episodesauction bidding, Auctioneer, broker, farm auctions, farm for sale, land agent, land auction, multi parcel auction, multi-par, ranch auction, real estate auction, united country auction services, United Country Real Estatethesalering

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In this episode we discuss the use or rather over-use of multi parcel auctions when they may not be in the sellers best interest. There are times when an auctioneer may recommend the multi parcel auction method because the auction company is accustomed to conducting these type of events. What if simply subdividing the property into individual tracts and offering them individually would yield a higher return for the seller and not over-complicate the process. We are joined by our good friend and professional auctioneer, Corky Heard from Clinton, Oklahoma as we discuss the strengths and weaknesses with multi parcel auctions.

Episode 88: Auctioneers Need to put the Sellers First

May 9, 2023EpisodesAuctioneer, auctions, buyers premium, coin auctions, commission, Equipment Auction, equipment for sale, estate auction, firearm auctions, Internet Auctions, Online Auctions, Online Bidding, real estate auction, united country auction services, United Country Real Estatethesalering

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Mike Brandly joins us in the studio to discuss the differences between white-label online bidding software versus online marketplaces. We also talk about the use of the Buyer’s Premium and why the industry still has push back from a few auctioneers that have a hard time justifying why they don’t utilize a BP. As always, Mike is full of insight and a great guest so enjoy the show.

MIKE BRANDLY BLOG

Episode 84: Digital Flipbooks and Car Wraps with EMS

April 6, 2023Episodesadvertising, auction marketing, Auctioneer, broker, car wrap, digital marketing, flipbook, marketing, real estate agent, real estate marketing, United Country Real Estatethesalering

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We are joined by the professional project marketers at Enhanced Marketing Solutions (EMS) to discuss the huge opportunities that exists with digital flipbooks. These are an extremely way to get powerful visual marketing messages out to prospective buyers on upcoming auctions and traditional listings, as well as they can be utilized for listing presentations, agent recruiting and pitch decks. We also leverage their experience with vehicle wraps and vinyl graphics that can drive business and brand recognition, even when your not personally working. This is a very informative episode, so enjoy the show.

Episode 81: Solving Issues at Auction Events

January 24, 2023Episodesauction, auction bidding, auction terms, Auctioneer, auctions, benefit auction, bidder, Equipment Auction, land auction, legal consult, live auction, Online Auction, registration, terms conditions, United Country, united country auction servicesthesalering

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In this episode we are joined on the podcast by long time friend and auctioneer Jimmie Dean Coffey as we discuss typical issues that arise at auction and how to handle them. We tell stories that have happened over the years and even some recent events that needed quick attention. Enjoy the show.