Many people think an auctioneer, like Allan Baitcher, is just some fast-talking pitch man who can get Eskimos into a bidding war over a block of ice. This process is called bid-calling and while it’s what most people remember, it’s just a small part of the work that Baitcher does. Allan actually does most of the work before items even come up for auction. Allan Baitcher spends a large amount of time building relationships, appraising items, analyzing the current market, and best way to market the items for sale. Baitcher loves his career as an appraiser and auctioneer.
Allan’s basic objective is simply to make as much money as he can for the person, company, or organization that hired him on the day of the auction. It is extremely important that Allan has an understanding of the value of the items up on the auction block. At times there are items that may require people in other professions. Allan Baitcher must coordinate attorneys and realtors for example to be present and process the sale of a home on the day of an auction for example.
If you’ve ever attended a live auction then you know an auctioneer is the ultimate hype man. Allan Baitcher has exactly the type of personality needed to do conduct the auction. He is full of energy, engages and encourages the crowd to bid. Allan always has a rapport with the crowd and with his great sense of humor and stage presence. Bidders follow their favorite auctioneers. Allan Baitcher has a fan base!
Since being in the business since 1974, some of Allan Baitcher’s more notable achievements include appearing on TV shows like Baggage Battles, Auction Kings, appraising items for the White House, selling a guitar that belonged to John Lennon, and donating his time to charity auctions around the world.
Most appraisers have a certain area of expertise. This allows them to build relationships, become very knowledgeable, and provide accurate valuations. Allan Baitcher attend UGA and specializes in appraisals for insurance, tax, and general estate. As an example, Allan appraised Thomas Edison's personal pocket watch for the Henry Ford Museum, along with many other historical items for many museums around the world.
In his spare time Allan Baitcher enjoys fishing but also devotes his time to charity. Baitcher says: "I am proud to be able to use my talents to help others. It's a win win situation for everyone." He has conducted live auctions for Georgia Transplant Foundation, Share our Strength, Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, and more. A lot of people don’t know this about Allan Baitcher, but he also holds a world record for selling an item every 7 seconds for 30 minutes straight. The auction occurred at Gallery 63 in Atlanta.
Auctioneers are often required to be licensed. Allan Baitcher is licensed in the state of Georgia. The requirements are different from state to state. If you are looking for an appraisal then please visit his website. If you would like to follow Allan Baitcher on social media click on the links below:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllanBaitcher
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllanBaitcher
Google +: https://plus.google.com/+AllanBaitcherAntiques
Don't forget to check out the videos and articles below as well.
Allan’s basic objective is simply to make as much money as he can for the person, company, or organization that hired him on the day of the auction. It is extremely important that Allan has an understanding of the value of the items up on the auction block. At times there are items that may require people in other professions. Allan Baitcher must coordinate attorneys and realtors for example to be present and process the sale of a home on the day of an auction for example.
If you’ve ever attended a live auction then you know an auctioneer is the ultimate hype man. Allan Baitcher has exactly the type of personality needed to do conduct the auction. He is full of energy, engages and encourages the crowd to bid. Allan always has a rapport with the crowd and with his great sense of humor and stage presence. Bidders follow their favorite auctioneers. Allan Baitcher has a fan base!
Since being in the business since 1974, some of Allan Baitcher’s more notable achievements include appearing on TV shows like Baggage Battles, Auction Kings, appraising items for the White House, selling a guitar that belonged to John Lennon, and donating his time to charity auctions around the world.
Most appraisers have a certain area of expertise. This allows them to build relationships, become very knowledgeable, and provide accurate valuations. Allan Baitcher attend UGA and specializes in appraisals for insurance, tax, and general estate. As an example, Allan appraised Thomas Edison's personal pocket watch for the Henry Ford Museum, along with many other historical items for many museums around the world.
In his spare time Allan Baitcher enjoys fishing but also devotes his time to charity. Baitcher says: "I am proud to be able to use my talents to help others. It's a win win situation for everyone." He has conducted live auctions for Georgia Transplant Foundation, Share our Strength, Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, and more. A lot of people don’t know this about Allan Baitcher, but he also holds a world record for selling an item every 7 seconds for 30 minutes straight. The auction occurred at Gallery 63 in Atlanta.
Auctioneers are often required to be licensed. Allan Baitcher is licensed in the state of Georgia. The requirements are different from state to state. If you are looking for an appraisal then please visit his website. If you would like to follow Allan Baitcher on social media click on the links below:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllanBaitcher
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllanBaitcher
Google +: https://plus.google.com/+AllanBaitcherAntiques
Don't forget to check out the videos and articles below as well.
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