Category: Land Auctions

Auctioneers Association & Choosing an Auction Company

The Oklahoma State Auctioneers Association [OSAA], founded in 1955, was created to establish a community of fair auctioneers and buyers. As a full-service auction and realty company, Smith & Co Auction & Realty is dedicated to providing exceptional service for both buyers and sellers. There are many advantages to joining an auctioneer’s association, here are… Read more »

Mineral Trends

The mineral market is currently experiencing a period of significant growth and transformation, as global demand for minerals and natural resources continues to rise. This trend is being driven by a number of factors, including the growing global population, the increasing demand for consumer goods and infrastructure, and the rise of renewable energy technologies. One… Read more »

How to Succeed at Buying Land at an Auction

Someone Bought Land through an Auction

A land auction offers one of the easiest ways to invest in property. The process is very straightforward, and every potential buyer is placed on a level playing field. Here are a few things to know in order to be successful at your next land auction! Research and be prepared Often, the team of real… Read more »

The Advantages of Selling Land at Auction

“Land for sale” sign on empty plot of land with blue sky and sun setting in the background

Selling land can often be a lengthy process. Utilizing a land auction to bypass the back-and-forth negotiations of traditional real estate sales is a practical option to consider when selling your land. While auctions are often used to sell distressed properties, they can also be a fruitful way to sell non-distressed lots and land. Here… Read more »

How To Price Your Vacant Land for Sale

There are a lot of different factors that come into play when pricing a residential or commercial property for the real estate market. Some of the first things you’d consider are the size and features of the property, the physical condition of the building, recent improvements and upgrades, etc. But what about when there’s no… Read more »

Why Land is Actually a Smart Investment

Buying vacant land is not usually the first strategy that comes to mind when you’re trying to break into the real estate investment game. Many people actually believe that buying land is pointless, since there’s no readily apparent way to turn it into a profit. If you dig a little deeper into the realities and… Read more »

How to Possibly Get a Bargain at an Auction

How to Possibly Get a Bargain at an Auction

If you love shopping for the best deals, then you’re sure to enjoy attending an auction! There are all kinds of great deals to be had, from large properties to small trinkets. So what can you do to find the best bargains? Attend an auction preview Auction previews give you an opportunity to take a… Read more »

Common Auction Mistakes

Common Auction Mistakes

Advertising on social media In this day and age, you may be tempted to post photos and information about your items on social media ahead of your auction. But this can put the security of your items at risk, as people will be better able to find out where they are located. This can be… Read more »