Why Choose Us?

At Talk of the Town Auctions, we've been helping families, fiduciaries, and collectors since 1999 with an approach built on trust, clarity, and results.

Whether you're liquidating an estate, settling a trust, or selling a collection, auctions offer a smarter, more equitable path than traditional estate sales due to their fair, transparent environment. And, unlike estate sales—which rely on local foot traffic and static pricing—auctions attract competitive bids from a broad audience, often driving up the final sale price.

We offer consultations—not fixed appraisals—so you’ll receive expert insights based on current market trends and sales history, without anchoring expectations to one number.

Fairness is especially important in complex or emotionally sensitive sales (such as liquidating a family estate), and an auction provides an impartial way to determine value. With bidding open to the public and results driven by market interest, everyone can feel confident in the outcome.

We are FFL Certified.

We are the only auction house in upstate New York with a Federal Firearm License (FFL), allowing us to legally buy, sell, and ship firearms across state lines. This not only expands your buyer pool nationwide—it ensures compliance, safety, and professionalism at every step.

From cataloging and secure handling to targeted marketing and seamless transactions, our experienced and dedicated team is here to guide you through every stage of the auction process.