Question 1

Will this cost me anything?

Accepted Answer

No. Our services are commission-based, which means there are no upfront fees and no out-of-pocket costs. We’re paid only after your items sell, and our commission is deducted from the proceeds. Once the sale is complete, you receive your portion of the net proceeds by check.

Question 2

How do I know if an Auction or Estate Sale is right for me?

Accepted Answer

In most cases, an online auction is the best option, even for homes filled with everyday household items. Auctions create competitive bidding, eliminate haggling, and typically result in higher overall returns—without opening your home to large crowds.
For estates that include a mix of household goods and higher-value items, we often use a hybrid approach, offering select pieces through auction while efficiently handling the remaining contents. This allows us to maximize value while keeping the process streamlined and respectful of your home.
During your consultation, we evaluate your goals, timeline, and contents to recommend the approach that delivers the strongest results with the least stress.

Question 3

I live out of state; can I still do this?

Accepted Answer

Yes!  This is actually a common situation after a parent dies and the grown children are out of state.  Or, the homeowners have moved to a home out of state and no longer wish to keep the Denver home.  As long as we have access to the home and the utilities are working, we can have the sale.

Question 4

How quickly can an estate sale/ Auction happen?

Accepted Answer

For an in-home sale we generally need 7-10 days to stage, price and advertise plus the 2-3 day sale.  For an online auction, we need at least one week to photograph and create the online auction/ estate sale, then a 7-day auction plus 2 pick-up days for the customers to get their items.  2-3 weeks is a good amount of time to plan for either way.   Generally, the more time we have the better.  We like to have plenty of time to advertise and build up interest.

Question 5

I don't want hundreds of people in my home!

Accepted Answer

Who does?!!  Especially after Covid, it has changed us all!  Auctions allow us to keep people out of your home!  After the auction when people come to pick up their purchases, we can bring it to them at the front door , or set it up in the garage.  The only exception is heavy furniture where movers need to come in.   If there are additional items for sale at pick-up, we can have them priced and displayed in the room closest to the front door to limit in-home traffic.

Question 6

How involved do I need to be?

Accepted Answer

Very little.  We need to gather information from you about your items, valuables, etc. and we may have questions while we photograph, but we work mostly on our own allowing you to focus on other things!

Question 7

What if we are keeping some of the items?

Accepted Answer

That’s very common and completely fine. During the initial walk-through, we’ll review which items you plan to keep so everything is clearly identified.
Items you’re retaining can simply be marked so they’re not photographed, priced, or included in the sale. For in-home estate sales, we may recommend consolidating or securing kept items in a separate area to ensure a smooth and organized process for both our team and buyers.

Question 8

How do you determine the value of items?

Accepted Answer

Value is ultimately defined by the market, which is why our strategic auction model is so effective. Rather than relying on static pricing, we leverage a competitive bidding environment to establish true market value.

Our specialists bring over 15 years of experience in asset evaluation and historical sales analysis. We identify high-potential items—such as fine art, designer furniture, and specialty collections—and ensure they are professionally cataloged and marketed to our curated network of over 10,000 qualified bidders.

By utilizing the Denver Online Auctions platform, we remove the guesswork and replace it with real-time market data, ensuring we achieve the strongest possible return for every estate we represent.

Question 9

What things can be sold at an estate sale/ Auction?

Accepted Answer

Almost everything in a home can be sold. One of the biggest advantages of estate auctions is variety—buyers are drawn to sales with a wide range of items, from everyday household goods to high-value collectibles.

We regularly sell furniture, décor, kitchenware, tools, clothing, artwork, jewelry, collectibles, and specialty items. Higher-value pieces and unique collections often perform especially well in online auctions, where they’re exposed to a much larger pool of motivated buyers.
During our consultation, we’ll help determine the best selling method for each category to maximize results.

Question 10

What about really valuable items?

Accepted Answer

High-value items are where our online auction platform truly excels. We market valuable pieces nationally to reach qualified buyers and collectors, rather than limiting exposure to local foot traffic.
Our auctions attract competitive bidding, which is often the best way to achieve true market value. For notable collections or specialty items, we market directly to targeted collector audiences to ensure the right buyers are seeing them. When appropriate, we also offer secure shipping options to expand the buyer pool even further.

Question 11

Can I be living in the home during all of this?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the scope of the project. For a full estate liquidation, the process is typically too disruptive for someone to remain living in the home, and we recommend the home be vacant.
However, for online auctions involving select items or collections, we can often work around you. In some cases, items can be removed and photographed off-site, allowing the auction process to move forward with minimal disruption.

Question 12

What happens to the items that don't sell?

Accepted Answer

Most items sell thanks to our large bidder network and targeted marketing. On the rare occasion something doesn’t sell, you have options: you may choose to keep the item, donate it, or we can recommend trusted clean-out or donation partners to help you wrap things up efficiently.

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Legacies Estate Sales

What to Expect & Frequently Asked Questions

Handling a high-value estate in Highlands Ranch or the South Metro Denver area?

What To Expect

1. Consultation

2. Preparation

3. Estate Sale / Auction

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