The Journal

How do I protect myself when buying? (no masks required)

By: Jacob Margiotta on 8-Oct-2020

The theme of protecting ourselves is one we are becoming all too familiar with – but fear not, this time around you don’t need a mask! Just some good old-fashioned common sense ...

How do I receive my goods?

By: Jacob Margiotta on 9-Sep-2020

Weirdly enough, unboxing videos are some of the most popular channels on YouTube. Let’s be honest, you don’t want to watch someone else experiencing the priceless anticipation ...

Watches, a buyer’s guide

By: Jacob Margiotta on 4-Sep-2020

Time is precious…

Important questions to ask before buying

By: Jacob Margiotta on 17-Aug-2020

If you’re thinking about buying from auction, you want to do it with your eyes open. It’s all about informed decision making. Here, William George give you a list of the ...

Buyer’s Guide - Cars Online

By: Jacob Margiotta on 31-Jul-2020

So, you're after a new Whip? You've got a few choices… Head down to the main local dealership for a fleecing! The best part about this is you don't just get fleeced on the day, ...

What to look out for when buying at auction

By: Jacob Margiotta on 20-Jul-2020

If you’re new to the world of online auctions, then welcome! It’s an exciting place to uncover a world of treasures that other shoppers are sure to miss, but don’t rush in like ...

How does an online auction work?

By: Jacob Margiotta on 9-Jul-2020

The short answer is, it works very well! Especially in the current climate. Picking your way around a dark, fusty room looking for trinkets isn’t what we’re about at William ...

Top tips for buying at online auctions - part 2

By: Jacob Margiotta on 18-Jun-2020

Welcome to the second of our two-parter on all you need to become a skilled online auction buyer. Here we share some more of our insider tips to help you bid and buy like a pro.

Top tips for buying at online auctions – part 1

By: Jacob Margiotta on 11-Jun-2020

Welcome to the exciting world of online auctions!

Top tips for selling at online auctions - part 2

By: Jacob Margiotta on 4-Jun-2020

Welcome to the second of our two-parter on nailing your online selling. Here we share some more of our insider tips to help you perfect your auction sales skills. Be sure to ...

Top tips for selling at online auctions - part 1

By: Jacob Margiotta on 29-May-2020

If you haven’t sold through auction before and are unsure of how to get started, fear not - you’ve come to the right place. Here at William George we have worked hard to remove ...

Reserve VS no reserve

By: Jacob Margiotta on 15-May-2020

So, you’ve decided to consign your items to auction. Family heirloom? Customer returns? Scarce artefact? Or liquidated assets?

To buy or not to buy?

By: Jacob Margiotta on 4-Apr-2020

Should I buy a new tele or not? Comments welcomed!Let me lay out the pros and cons. If I get more comments telling me to buy one than not, then I will! That’s how much I trust ...

Careful what you wish for

By: Jacob Margiotta on 29-Mar-2020

Here at William George, there is nothing we love more than watching numbers going up. It’s our job, after all, to put quality lots in front of our buyers and to secure the ...

Going the Extra (Red) Mile

By: Jacob Margiotta on 13-Dec-2019

After my rant last time out, I’m pleased to report this week's Jiblette is a much more life-affirming anecdote!Tis the season and all that…After our most recent Live Auction ...

In the back seat...

By: Jacob Margiotta on 21-Nov-2019

“I like the peace, in the back seat. I don’t have to drive. I don’t have to speak”Not my words, but the lyrics of the ethereal band Arcade Fire.Obviously they have never ...