Rich Sutliff founded American Estate and Appraisal Services to provide professional assistance to people like you. A graduate of Michigan State University, and a teacher for nearly 30 years at Okemos Public Schools. He has been an appraiser, buyer and business owner in the area for 29 years.
American Estate Services has organized a team of professional appraisers and business owners who are second-to-none in the Estate Services field. The combined experience of this elite team totals over one hundred years in their respective fields. This combination will ensure your success in the profitable liquidation of your precious items.
American Estate & Appraisal Services
Specializing in Exceptional Service
for In-Home
- Estate Sales
- Estate Buy-Outs (All or Partial)
- Appraisals
- Buying Antiques
And Mid Michigan
(517) 749-2855)
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Why is a Professional Estate Sale your best option?
Selling your family home and possessions can be a traumatic experience. Whether it is because of the death of a loved one, the need to enter a health-care facility, to "down-size," or simply to move to a warmer climate, this experience is a life challenging event. We are here to help during this time of transition. American Estate and Appraisal Services has found that in-home estate sales are the best option for selling valuables such as antiques, collectibles, art, jewelry, silver, crystal, china, furniture, rugs, etc.
Equipment and Personal -
We have an experienced staff, and everything necessary for a profitable sale. This includes professional signs to advertise, shelving, locked cabinets and tables for display, and packing/moving to ensure the safety of your belongings, as well as providing security during the sale.
Timing and Experience -
Our employees know how and when to run an estate sale, as well as when to advertise. Even the time of day and hours open are crucial to success. We can make a big difference in your profits.
The Public -
The public is always willing to haggle for a bargain. Our knowledgeable workers feel comfortable negotiation with dealers, neighbors, friends and strangers. You don't have to feel awkward about bartering because we do this for you.
Professionalism -
It is difficult for most people to part with family possessions and precious heirlooms. Our staff will professionally handle all sales.
Selling your family home and possessions can be a traumatic experience. Whether it is because of the death of a loved one, the need to enter a health-care facility, to "down-size," or simply to move to a warmer climate, this experience is a life challenging event. We are here to help during this time of transition. American Estate and Appraisal Services has found that in-home estate sales are the best option for selling valuables such as antiques, collectibles, art, jewelry, silver, crystal, china, furniture, rugs, etc.
and this is why:
Selling Your House?
Real Estate Agents request our services because the service can assist them in selling their clients home. Our sales provide excellent exposure for your home because it has more people visiting during an estate sale than any other time.
Selling Your House?
Real Estate Agents request our services because the service can assist them in selling their clients home. Our sales provide excellent exposure for your home because it has more people visiting during an estate sale than any other time.
Time Is Money -
It takes a considerable amount of time to organize a successful and lucrative sale. We clean, sort, wash, and carefully display all of your items on our linen covered tables and lighted shelving. With our expertise we can help shorten the amount of time it takes to put everything in order.
Item Pricing -
Our professionals have a wide range of knowledge to properly price your possessions, from common household items to your most precious antiques and collectibles.
It takes a considerable amount of time to organize a successful and lucrative sale. We clean, sort, wash, and carefully display all of your items on our linen covered tables and lighted shelving. With our expertise we can help shorten the amount of time it takes to put everything in order.
Item Pricing -
Our professionals have a wide range of knowledge to properly price your possessions, from common household items to your most precious antiques and collectibles.
Equipment and Personal -
We have an experienced staff, and everything necessary for a profitable sale. This includes professional signs to advertise, shelving, locked cabinets and tables for display, and packing/moving to ensure the safety of your belongings, as well as providing security during the sale.
Timing and Experience -
Our employees know how and when to run an estate sale, as well as when to advertise. Even the time of day and hours open are crucial to success. We can make a big difference in your profits.
The Public -
The public is always willing to haggle for a bargain. Our knowledgeable workers feel comfortable negotiation with dealers, neighbors, friends and strangers. You don't have to feel awkward about bartering because we do this for you.
Professionalism -
It is difficult for most people to part with family possessions and precious heirlooms. Our staff will professionally handle all sales.
American Estate
& Appraisal Services
How much does your service cost?
There is no up-front cost to you. American Estate works on a percentage-of-total sales basis. We let you keep up to 10% more than any other large company in the area. The fee is deducted from the money collected in the sale. Call for details.
Is there any other cost?
There may be a charge for specialized services such as dumpsters, safe disposal of dangerous herbicides or pesticides, removal of large appliances or other optional services. Of course, these would have to approved by you before any additional charges are incurred.
Is there a consultation charge?
No! If we feel that there is a better way to sell your estate, we will tell you up-front. There is never a consultation charge to go through your home and assess your needs.
How many buyers will be in my home at the sale?
There are only a specified number of people allowed in your home at any one time. It usually is determined by the size of your residence.
Do you use other media such as Ebay?
Yes we do. We are experienced at noting when your pieces may obtain higher prices with a larger audience. We use digital photography and write professional descriptions to promote your items.
Do I need to hire security for my sale?
No. That is part of our job, at no extra charge to you. We have several people working during sales, and we use locked display cases for jewelry and small valuables. You can feel safe knowing that we keep your home secure during the sale.
What is my role prior to the sale?
We recommend that you give as much time and thought as possible to the disposition of personal possessions. We recommend that you DO NOT THROW ANYTHING AWAY BEFORE WE SEE IT. We don't want you to feel regret if you unknowingly sell or give away anything of great value. Quite often the least expected pieces in an estate turn out to have real value.
Can anyone have an estate sale?
Yes! There is a real misconception that estate sales must be large or occur only after a person dies. You can have an estate sale for many reasons such as downsizing your residence, moving to a warmer climate, or moving to a health care facility.
Should the sale be held before or after selling your home?
BEFORE. This helps to decrease time constraints because new owners are usually eager to move in right away. If the home is occupied, have the sale AFTER the home is sold.
There is no up-front cost to you. American Estate works on a percentage-of-total sales basis. We let you keep up to 10% more than any other large company in the area. The fee is deducted from the money collected in the sale. Call for details.
Is there any other cost?
There may be a charge for specialized services such as dumpsters, safe disposal of dangerous herbicides or pesticides, removal of large appliances or other optional services. Of course, these would have to approved by you before any additional charges are incurred.
Is there a consultation charge?
No! If we feel that there is a better way to sell your estate, we will tell you up-front. There is never a consultation charge to go through your home and assess your needs.
How many buyers will be in my home at the sale?
There are only a specified number of people allowed in your home at any one time. It usually is determined by the size of your residence.
Do you use other media such as Ebay?
Yes we do. We are experienced at noting when your pieces may obtain higher prices with a larger audience. We use digital photography and write professional descriptions to promote your items.
Do I need to hire security for my sale?
No. That is part of our job, at no extra charge to you. We have several people working during sales, and we use locked display cases for jewelry and small valuables. You can feel safe knowing that we keep your home secure during the sale.
What is my role prior to the sale?
We recommend that you give as much time and thought as possible to the disposition of personal possessions. We recommend that you DO NOT THROW ANYTHING AWAY BEFORE WE SEE IT. We don't want you to feel regret if you unknowingly sell or give away anything of great value. Quite often the least expected pieces in an estate turn out to have real value.
Can anyone have an estate sale?
Yes! There is a real misconception that estate sales must be large or occur only after a person dies. You can have an estate sale for many reasons such as downsizing your residence, moving to a warmer climate, or moving to a health care facility.
Should the sale be held before or after selling your home?
BEFORE. This helps to decrease time constraints because new owners are usually eager to move in right away. If the home is occupied, have the sale AFTER the home is sold.
Office: (517) 749-2855 - Fax: (517) 579-0749
