Daniel P. West

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Bringing Back the Lost Art of the Live Auction

Modern technology has transformed the auction industry. Timed, online-only auctions offer convenience and ease, but at what cost? Recent research (LinkedIn article) shows that younger generations, overwhelmed by nonstop digital information and...

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Why Independence Matters in Today’s Auction Industry

Over the past few years, we’ve all seen massive mergers shaking up the auction industry. Established names are joining forces with tech platforms at...

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Invoice Autopay: Why Auction Companies Should Automate Payments

Managing payments efficiently is crucial for any auction company. With Invoice Autopay from AuctionMethod, you can automate invoice payments, reduce...

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Unlocking Your Auction Data: The Benefits of Mirrored Database Access

Data is at the heart of every successful auction business. From bidder activity to final sale prices, having access to detailed auction data can help...

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Improve Buyer Pickup with the AuctionMethod Pickup Scheduler

The Pickup Process Problem: A Free-for-All Approach Auction day is exciting, but pickup day? Not so much. Many auction companies simply set a removal...

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A confident auction administrator raises her fist in victory

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Fight Back Against Chargebacks with AuctionMethod’s New Protection Program

Credit card fraud has long been a thorn in the side of online auctioneers, and one of the most frustrating forms is 'friendly fraud' - when a buyer...

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Winning the Chargeback Battle: A Guide for Online Auctioneers

As an online auctioneer, you know the thrill of a successful sale. But there's nothing quite as deflating as seeing that sale turn into a costly...

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Mastering Consignor Management with AuctionMethod Software

Growing up in the rhythmic cadence of auction calls, I've been immersed in the world of auctions since I could remember. My father, a seasoned...

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King of the Hill, winning bidder at simulcast real estate auction

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Unleashing the Power of Simulcast Real Estate Auctions: Psychology, Strategy

In the world of real estate, the auction method of marketing has proven to be a remarkably dynamic, efficient, and effective way of selling...

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Taking Control of Your Auctions: The Whitelist Feature Explained

Auctions are a time-tested method for selling everything from fine art to real estate. They bring together buyers and sellers in an atmosphere of...

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