Just filed a complaint with the BBB. What a disgusting fall from grace- for what used to be a…read morereputable company. We attended their live auctions decades ago and considered the staff friends. Now that staff runs the show and did not have the courtesy to reply to a simple email from a decades long customer who has spent tens of thousands of dollars, at least, on their auctions. Instead, they had "lower level" staff produce a generic reply- we value your concerns.... yada, yada.... We firmly believe they are now very unethical with little regard for honesty or their buyers concerns. We believe that any/all NYS Real Estate contracts or any contracts with government/state property should be revoked.

Scam Alert Do Not Do Business with This Company…read moreOn June 5, 2025 I participated in an appliance auction on Absolute Auctions & Reality's website. I won two lots, a new French door fridge and an upright freezer. The next day I received instructions on how to pay and set up a pickup date and time. I promptly paid and set up my pickup time & took the day off work as it was almost 4 hours one way from my house to the auction center. Upon arrival at my scheduled pick-up time, I was informed that I would not be receiving the freezer and given zero information or explanation. I was offered a refund in the form of a mailed check, when I asked for it to be returned to the card I used, I was informed "they don't like to do that because it costs them money" LOL. I got my refund returned to my card but no other explanation, apology or offer to make things right. The questions I feel would come to mind with a business who appreciates their customers in this situation are; We should notify him about what's going on, especially if it's his only purchase and he makes the trip for nothing, what if he rents a trailer expecting the other item? What if he hires someone to load the extra items? This is a failure of business ethics on their part. This was a small purchase in the grand scheme of things but imagine dealing with this company on a major real estate purchase, "Oh sorry we don't actually have that land you bought" but now all your money is tied up in a refund cycle and you didn't bid on anything else. Something to consider if your thinking about doing business with AAR.

Items won were as pictured and described. They were very communicative and answered my questions…read morequickly. They were easy to work with when arranging multiple pieces of art to be shipped across the country. I'll be watching their auctions more often.

This is my monthly fix. If you're looking for good quality items at a reasonable price then this is…read moreyour treasure house. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and will help you if you need any assistance.

I have been going to George Cole Auctions for 30 years. My experience with them has always been…read morevery positive and wonderful. They have quality items for sale. I have purchased many things from them for my home. I have also sold a few things through the auction house. I have found the customer service to be outstanding. George and Robin are lovely people who are friendly and welcoming to everyone who comes into their auction house. Their staff is totally professional. The only people who deserve any criticism are those who purchase items there and leave what they have purchased in the auction all for weeks on end cluttering up the place. I whole heartedly recommend the George Cole auction house. It deserves a ten star rating. If you go there for auction night, you will find it fun and entertaining. It's a great Saturday night out for everyone. Franceska

Every Purchase and the prices are amazing- never buyer remorse. George and the crew areread more

DONT BID DONT HIRE When they list items they lie on quality. TOTAL RIP OFF. Watch out for…read morePhil. When you list items with them their contract gets 20% minimum $20. So they make sure all listings are worth at auction under $100. This way if it sells for $50 they get $20 which is 40%.

This country farm house is located in a small town. This place is an action house. We came to see…read morethe antique bikes and swap/meet. They also have auction now in live feed. They also auction all sort of things through the year. We came to see the bike ( big wheeled bikes). The road trip getting up here is 2 hrs from nyc and has great scenery.

Always fantastic service and quality Americana items, highly recommended. A stunning drive as well…read moreif you are coming from Connecticut.

While not Christies, this is a very professional and upscale auction in Orange County, NY…read more Finding it takes you along some lovely country roads, but keep your eyes on the road, lots of wildlife, think deer, out for an evening stroll. While the website (www.oldredbarnauction.com) gives you a good idea on whats going to be put up at the monthly (1st Sat of the month) auction, going there is a better idea. You can really see things and look them over carefully. They allow you in, give as much time as you would like and are helpful if you have questions. They have many pieces of furniture, much from older estates being sold. Some come in on consignment. There is artwork there, often some interesting pieces. They have old stoneware on occasion. Stamps come in from local dealers. China sets from "the old country" (which could be Russia, Belgium, Greece and any country in-between). Glassware from the 1920's. Leaded glass. Chandeliers. Some things will go for $10, others for $1,000. I have seen a few things go for much more. VIEWING is usually Friday afternoon before the auction, and Saturday afternoon just prior. Cash, MC, Visa, NO AMEX, local checks 15% BUYER'S FEE - I don't think there is a discount for cash. Seating is not super comfortable. but if you get there early enough its manageable. Or you can stand in the back area. Get there early on Saturday, parking will be difficult, at best. That's one annoying thing. The other is the cost of the food they serve. Ludicrous, and not good enough for the price. 5 stars because you don't go for the parking and food anyway, the auctioneer is good and he keeps things moving along.

Very pleased. We sold on vacation/summer place in the Catskills and didn't need the furnishing in…read moreour other place in Florida. We chose the pick up option to avoid trucking our stuff there. Very pleased with our proceeds and Red Barn service. We received a check with no follow up. Give it a try if your furnishings are in good shape.

Have been dealing with auctions for some time and I have got to say that this was a pleasure. The…read moreitem was described accurately and was shipped well packed and arrived safely. Spoke to the owner several times and he seemed very black & white answering questions as accurately as the listed descriptions on the site. Site was kinda confusing at first but I got the hang of it. Now have attended 3 online auctions and am shocked at the items he brings to auction (would expect several to be at Christie's or Swan). Bottom line is that Scott Daniel's is a premier auction house and they are experts! Just as a note did not want to promote this since it may bring more bidders - which is bad for me - but I did promise to do it. Sooooo Walter

I had a similar experience to that of another person who reviewed Scott's business. Several years…read moreago, Scott was very helpful in helping me ship the furniture from my mother's estate from California to High Falls. He auctioned it effectively but when he had the proceeds on hand, he paid me in dribs and drapes, a fraction of what he owed me, and then stopped responding to my pleas for full payment. I think he was experiencing serious personal and financial problems, but never came clean with me and I suspect the money he still owes me will never be paid. He's both a seemingly nice guy and also a con man who always had a dramatic story about why he couldn't pay me and when his court cases would be resolved and payment would follow. I feel sad for Scott but also wish he'd paid me the money he owed me.

There was a good selection items. Prices ranged from very…read moreaffordable to pricey. The staff was helpful. Some areas were narrow to navigate. It has private parking.

We got lost looking for another antique shop on a rainy day, and chanced upon this one instead, and…read morewere pleasantly surprised at its large size, variety of merchandise and warm service. We had a lot of fun browsing endless vendor displays in the maze-like lay-out, and bought some brand-name English fine bone china. Prices vary, but one can always find something within one's own expectations.

Poor communication. Failure to properly lot consigned items. Low auction realizations.read more

Kelleher Auctions helped me with the sale of the stamp and currency collection I inherited from my…read moreuncle. I was continually impressed with their professionalism, knowledge and courtesy. Their Consignment Director, Brian, helped me through the process every step of the way. I was only in Boston for a few days, from out of state, to help settle my uncle's affairs. Brian came from Connecticut to Boston to meet me in person and review the collection right away. He gave me an auction estimate and transported the large collection back down to Kelleher. He was able to explain to me what was valuable in the collection, and also very importantly, what was not. The consignment and auction process were all explained clearly. The contract was straightforward and clear as well. Once the collection was at the Kelleher warehouse, their team sorted, cataloged, photographed, and appraised everything. I cannot even imagine the amount of work it took their team to take a whole van full of boxes and turn them into individual lots with beautiful photos and detailed marketing descriptions. Ahead of the auctions, Kelleher provided me with the low and high auction estimates for each lot, and the minimum starting bid. I enjoyed watching the auctions online and I was pleasantly surprised at the results: the final sales totals far exceeded the original auction estimate I received. I am so grateful to have found Kelleher Auctions. Thanks to the whole Kelleher team, my uncle's cherished stamp and currency collection has been passed into the hands of new expert collectors who can appreciate and conserve them for the future.

I recently worked with Estate of Mind to auction some family estate items, including a car, jewelry…read moreand an art print. Darrell Dirr, the proprietor, and his team were all great in every way. Professional, knowledgeable, efficient, personable, and kind. Darrell really went over and above when we ran into some complications with the car paperwork, and he made it all work out. Darrell is very well versed in evaluating items, and he is very understanding of what people are going through when they are faced with disposing of a loved one's belongings. I highly recommend Estate of Mind.

Amazing experience. I purchased lots of high end shoes about a year ago and the staff was…read moreexcellent to work with.