Any time of year is the right time for an auction. And almost any kind of personal property -- from collectibles to farm equipment -- or real estate -- from houses to commercial buildings to farmland -- can be sold at auction.

Just ask an auctioneer at Straley Realty, which has been in the auction business for 30 years. In the last decade as its auction business has remained strong, Straley Realty has conducted more than 525 auctions, generating more than $24 million in sales through 2001.

What sets Straley Realty apart from other auction services is the years of experience that its auctioneers bring to the auction ring. Straley Realty's four licensed auctioneers and eight apprentice auctioneers have more than 125 total years of experience.

Straley Realty also offers a full line of services to sell farmland, houses, commercial properties, lots, equipment, collectibles, and other personal property at public auction. Its auctioneers will put together a complete package of advertising, mailings, showings, and other marketing efforts to generate the widest audience to raise the most dollars at auction.

A common misconception is that only "distressed" properties are sold at auction. But if marketed professionally by an experienced firm, property sold at auction will typically sell for "true market value" ... or even more!