Stories
What you can expect at a Magnusson Estate Sale
With the Magnussons, you can always expect the highest quality in estate sale services. These are the standards we hold ourselves and our customers to.
How Not To Get Burned at Auction
The art market, particularly the auction world, can be extremely exciting and dramatic. We all hear stories from top news sources about the most recent record-high sums paid for works of fine art. However, while some sellers win big by consigning at auction, others end up getting "BURNED."
Are Your Valuables Protected by Your Insurance?
Risk analysis and insurance coverage are hardly fun topics to think about. But if you own fine art and antiques, jewelry, silver and/or breakables, it is important to protect your collection.
Art Trends: Cold, Lukewarm or Haute?
Do you want to know what’s going on in the “art” world? Here are some notable trends we’re tracking in the market so far for 2016…
3 Things Families Wish They Knew When Handling an Estate
DON'T WANT TO TALK ABOUT IT???Equitable distribution and tax issues are best addressed before they become urgent and emotionally draining. A family's lack of preparation always leads to more unintended turmoil down the line.As appraisers and advisors, we've been helping manage personal property assets for over 20 years.
Spring Cleaning
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and you want to embrace the gorgeous weather just outside your window. But, before you can skip outside footloose and fancy-free, there is "The Matter of Spring Cleaning" to attend to!
Jewelry Market Trends
Happy Valentines Day! Ever wonder how much those Valentine jewels will be worth years down the line?In February, a little blue box from Tiffany's can be a symbol of love, commitment, or (in some cases) desperation. We exchange gems and jewelry as a symbol of our affection because they are beautiful, rare, and valuable.