Frequently Asked Questions About Auction Services in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
Whether you're exploring benefit auction services for your nonprofit, navigating estate liquidation for your family, or considering a business liquidation auction — we've compiled answers to the questions we hear most from clients across Dallas-Fort Worth. Can't find what you're looking for?
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General Questions About Auctioneers & Auction Services in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
These are the foundational questions people ask when they're first considering hiring an auctioneer or auction company in Texas.
What does an auctioneer actually do?
An auctioneer is a licensed professional who facilitates the sale of property through competitive bidding — either live (in-person) or online. But a professional auctioneer's role goes far beyond calling bids. We consult with clients on strategy, evaluate and appraise items, market the auction to attract qualified buyers, manage the bidding process, handle payment collection, and coordinate all logistics. Think of us as project managers for selling things at the best possible price.
How much does it cost to hire an auctioneer in DFW?
Auction fees vary by service type. Benefit fundraising auctioneers typically charge a flat fee or a combination of flat fee plus a small percentage of auction revenue. Estate liquidation and business liquidation auctions usually operate on commission, which is typically 40–60% of total gross sales — covering all services from consultation through clean-out. In every case, Strickland Auctioneers provides a transparent fee structure during the free consultation so there are never surprises.
What types of auctions does Strickland Auctioneers conduct?
We provide three core auction services throughout Dallas-Fort Worth: benefit fundraising auctions for nonprofits and charitable organizations, estate liquidation services including traditional estate sales and online estate auctions, and business liquidation auctions for commercial assets and equipment.
What is a buyer's premium?
A buyer's premium is an additional fee charged to the winning bidder on top of their winning bid amount. For example, if an item sells for $100 with a 10% buyer's premium, the buyer pays $110 total. The buyer's premium is standard practice in the auction industry and is paid by the buyer, not the seller. It's always disclosed before the auction begins by Texas law, and is the privilege a bidder pays for the privilege of bidding.
Why do I need a licensed auctioneer in Texas?
Texas law requires anyone conducting auctions to hold an auctioneer license issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). A licensed auctioneer has met education requirements, passed examinations, carries proper insurance, and maintains escrow accounts for client funds. Hiring an unlicensed person to conduct an auction in Texas is illegal and leaves you with no legal protection if something goes wrong. Jacob Strickland holds TX License #18533.
What is the difference between an auctioneer and an auction company?
An auctioneer is the individual licensed professional who calls bids and manages the sale. An auction company is the business entity that provides the full suite of services which includes consultation, marketing, logistics, staffing, payment processing, escrow holdings, and more. Strickland Auctioneers is both: Jacob Strickland is the licensed auctioneer (TX License #18533), and the Owner/Operator of Strickland Auctioneers, which is the full-service auction company.
What areas does Strickland Auctioneers serve?
We're based in Burleson, Texas and serve the entire Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex with no travel fees. This includes Dallas, Fort Worth, Highland Park, University Park, Southlake, Westlake, Colleyville, Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Prosper, Celina, Cleburne, Joshua, Godley, Granbury, and all surrounding communities. We're also available throughout Texas for special engagements.
How is an auction different from selling on Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, or eBay?
Auctions create competitive urgency that marketplace listings cannot match. When multiple buyers bid against each other with a deadline, prices rise naturally. Marketplace listings sit passively waiting for one buyer to make an offer — often a lowball one. Professional auctions also provide marketing, qualified buyer audiences, payment security, and legal protection that private sales on these platforms do not offer.
Explore FAQ by Service Category for Dallas-Fort Worth
Have questions about a specific auction service? We've created dedicated FAQ pages for each area of our business with detailed answers tailored to that service type.
Benefit Auctions & Auctioneers
Questions about hiring a professional auctioneer for your charity gala, golf tournament, school fundraiser, church event, or nonprofit auction.
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Estate Sales & Estate Auctions
Questions about traditional estate sales, online estate auctions, probate liquidation, downsizing, and the estate liquidation process.
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Business Liquidations & Auctions
Questions about commercial liquidation auctions, restaurant equipment sales, asset recovery, and the business auction process.
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