Experience with Goodwin & Co?

[Jim VB]

Bill,

I have no dog in this fight. I don't know if Jeff's suspicions are correct or not. But how would you explain some of the outlier prices that Jeff has pointed out in the past?

I realize that one or two examples could be understandable, but it seems there are far too many, and the gaps are far too wide for easy acceptance.

I'm sure Bill is good to his consignors. Until Scott started this thread, I'd never heard of a problem, and Scott seems to be OK with the response. But the discrepancy in reported prices is alarming.

In addition, I stopped by Bill's booth at last year's National. He had several cards for sale in his case that had been "sold" in previous auctions. I was told that one was owned by Goodwin. I was told that another was the result of a buyer renegging. Problem was that the auction had just ended on 7/17/09. In 10 days they had decided that the buyer had renegged and had the card for sale!

Needless to say, this left me with concerns.

[FrankWakefield]

Looks like those with actual personal experience are happy with Bill, and his efforts. I can see how a high bidder on a lot could declare that he's not going to pay within 10 days... either because he won other lots or because of a financial setback. Good of Bill to get that card back out among potential buyers.

[Rob D.]

Edited for fear of offending.

[Wesley]

I have nothing but good things to say about Goodwin, both as a buyer and as a consignor. Goodwin & Co. and REA are the two auction houses that I trust the most in this hobby.

[calvindog]

Don't worry, Rob. Even if I find your post offensive I won't take my ball and go home. And sell my collection.

[Rob D.]

Originally Posted by calvindog

Don't worry, Rob. Even if I find your post offensive I won't take my ball and go home. And sell my collection.

Thank-you note sent.

[Potomac Yank]

Originally Posted by Rob D.

Edited for fear of offending.

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Fear of a comeback?

[Rob D.]

Originally Posted by Potomac Yank

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Fear of a comeback?

Joe,

I pretty much ignore your posts/rantings/incoherent babble because I feel sorry for you. Be thankful of that.

[Potomac Yank]

Originally Posted by Rob D.

Joe,

I pretty much ignore your posts.

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Keep up the good work ... you're doing a great believable job.

[calvindog]

Fear of a Black Planet.

[ChiefBenderForever]

Originally Posted by calvindog

Fear of a Black Planet.

Great album !!

[AndyG09]

Originally Posted by calvindog

Fear of a Black Planet.

Great album but I prefer It Takes a Nation of Millions....

Best,

Andy

[calvindog]

Bill, I appreciate your comments; yes, I am capable of being wrong on occasion. And I agree with you that Bill Goodwin is probably fantastic to his consignors. To his bidders? I would say that Jim sums it up pretty well. Ray Charles could see what's going on here.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by Jim VB

Bill,
I was told that another was the result of a buyer renegging. Problem was that the auction had just ended on 7/17/09. In 10 days they had decided that the buyer had renegged and had the card for sale!

Needless to say, this left me with concerns.

While some of Bill's prices realized seem unreal I have never had a problem with Bill. I have done many transactions with him and even had one small return, with no issues at all. Bill has called me on a few occasions about goings on, on the board. We have talked about a few things and I have never thought any were concerning, after we spoke. As for a buyer renegging, and knowing after only 10 days.....I can only say from my personal experience in the auction business that this is not at all far fetched and is not out of the norm whatsoever. Again, this is from personal experience so it's not like it's debatable. It's fact. I do want to make sure that everyone knows I am NOT talking about the specific situation Jim mentioned above, but my own situation(s) which are similar to that one cited. regards

[Potomac Yank]

If within 10 days .....

I find out that an auction card didn't do its thing for whatever reason.

..... and within 10 days I have a table at a major show .....

Damn right it's up for sale.