BECAUSE IT IS MORE THAN JUST AN ESTATE SALE, IT’S A RELATIONSHIP
Downsizing? Moving a relative into Assisted Living? Settling an Estate? Liquidating a business? Or just starting over?
At Atomic Starburst Auctions and Estate Sales we specialize in online auctions. We understand that life transitions can be stressful, especially when they involve the loss of a loved one or leaving a home filled with cherished memories. Our caring team is dedicated to handling your estate sale with integrity and compassion, ensuring a seamless process that eases your burden and minimizes stress. With sensitivity and expertise, we strive to honor your unique circumstances while providing the support you need during this important transition.
By providing an online auction, we are able to hold the entire sale from your home without jeopardizing your privacy or creating additional stress for you. Our team of experts sort and organize items to be sure the items you want to keep are secured. Items which are being auctioned are carefully photographed, researched and described. We are extremely mindful towards our bidders so they get a precise and accurate description of every lot. It's our mission to bring complete harmony to the seller and the bidder so that everyone feels respected.
Atomic Starburst Auctions and Estate Sales strives to help you transition with a peace of mind. We believe that working with you is more than an estate sale, it is a relationship.
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How Our Online Auctions Work for Sellers
At Atomic Starburst Auctions and Estate Sales, we make selling your estate items through online auctions effortless and efficient. Here’s how we help you maximize value while minimizing stress:
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Consultation & Item Assessment – Our team works with you to evaluate your items, determining the best approach for auction success.
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Professional Listing & Marketing – We create detailed listings with high-quality photos and descriptions to attract the right buyers. Our extensive marketing ensures strong visibility for your auction.
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Online Bidding & Competitive Offers – Buyers from our nationwide network place bids, driving competitive offers that help you achieve the best possible price.
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Auction Closure & Payment Processing – When bidding ends, we finalize sales, handle buyer payments securely, and manage any necessary paperwork.
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Efficient Item Pickup or Shipping – We carefully coordinate item pickup or shipping logistics with discretion, ensuring a seamless and secure transaction for both sellers and buyers. Our team prioritizes privacy at every step, handling your belongings with care while minimizing disruptions to your personal space. Whether arranging transport or facilitating discreet pickups, we ensure a professional and confidential experience.
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Hassle-Free Experience – Our team handles everything from start to finish, allowing you to focus on your next steps with peace of mind.
How Our Online Auctions Work For Buyers- At Atomic Starburst Auctions and Estate Sales, we make online bidding simple, secure, and convenient. Here’s how you can participate in our online auctions:
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Browse Available Auctions – Visit our auction platform to explore current listings, complete with detailed descriptions and photos of each item.
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Register to Bid – To place a bid, create an account and register for the auction. This ensures a secure bidding experience.
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Place Your Bids – Once registered, you can place bids on items of interest. Our system will notify you if you’re outbid, allowing you to adjust your offer.
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Winning an Item – When an auction closes, the highest bidder wins the item. You’ll receive an email confirmation with payment instructions.
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Secure Payment – Complete your purchase using our secure online payment system.
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Item Pickup or Delivery – After payment, we’ll provide pickup details or arrange shipping based on the auction terms.
Our online auctions allow you to bid from the comfort of your home while ensuring a fair and transparent process. If you have any questions, our team is here to assist every step of the way!
Atomic Starburst Auctions and Estate Sales embraces The Amercian Society of Estate Liquidators Code of Ethics:
The American Society of Estate Liquidators®
Code of Ethics
Each Associate of The American Society of Estate Liquidators® (ASEL®) agrees to observe and be dedicated to the following principles and policies:
SECTION I: DUTIES TO CLIENTS & THE PUBLIC
(Article 1) HONEST and FAIR REPRESENTATION – To honestly and fairly represent his/her professional competency, qualifications, facilities, and capabilities and not to exaggerate or misrepresent such qualifications in advertising, resumes, or while soliciting clients.
(Article 2) CONFIDENTIALITY – To keep confidential any private and/or personal information with respect to a client and individuals affiliated with the client and not disclose such information to any third party.
(Article 3) ACCEPTANCE OF ASSIGNMENT/QUALIFICATIONS – To accept assignments and give advice or opinions that are only within the scope of the estate liquidation process, unless the Associate is professionally qualified to do otherwise or is willing to take steps to see that the necessary research is done to execute the assignment knowledgeably.
(Article 4) AVAILABILITY – To make himself/herself reasonably available during all stages of the estate liquidation process.
(Article 5) DUE DILIGENCE – To take the steps reasonably necessary to determine a fair liquidation value on personal property to be sold.
(Article 6) FEES – To charge a fee based on a fair value for his/her services rendered
(Article 7) QUALITY REFERRAL RESOURCE – To recommend or suggest other resources, referrals, services, etc., knowing they will provide quality assistance to my clients.
(Article 8) ACCOUNTABILITY – To be responsible and accountable for errors on my behalf or the on the behalf of the company’s employees. To correct and make right quickly and emphatically.
(Article 9) EXPECTATIONS – To ensure that expectations are clearly communicated in the form of a contract or documentation in writing in which both parties are in full understanding and agreement.
(Article 10) HONESTY – To present a true picture of capabilities and client personal property in advertising and promotion regarding abilities and/or value.
SECTION II: DUTIES TO PROFESSION
(Article 1) TRUSTWORTHINESS – To be honest and trustworthy at all times and not to be a party to any fraudulent, dishonest, or malicious acts.
(Article 2) PROFESSIONALISM – To conduct herself/himself in a professional and impartial manner at all times in connection with estate liquidation.
(Article 3) CONFLICT OF INTEREST – To avoid situations which represent a conflict of interest.
(Article 4) FIDELITY – To honor your commitments and promises, including our responsibility of trust in a professional relationship.
(Article 5) TAXES – To comply with all state and federal tax laws (sales and business tax) where applicable.
(Article 6) EDUCATION – To attend continuing education, industry conferences/events, local classes, etc, to add to my repertoire of skills to improve myself and better serve my clients.
(Article 7) ENCOURAGEMENT – To always promote and encourage professional behavior and ethics for not only myself but for my colleagues.
(Article 8) NONMALFEASANCE – To avoid any actions that cause harm or discredit to the estate sales profession.
This Code helps to support the mission of ASEL®, which is to be an affordable, educational and resource network for individuals seeking to provide estate liquidation services under the highest standards of practice.
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