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Three Reasons to Love Our New Dallas GM
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 08.21.20 | ADMINThe entire team here at BRG is excited to introduce our newest BRGer who will head-up operations of BRG-Dallas as General Manager ... Lisa Steele. We love her and we know you will too. To help you get to know her a bit, here are three reasons to love her (there are obviously countless reasons, but we'll stick with our
Continue ReadingWhat to Do When You’re Tasked with Selling Mom & Dad’s Estate
Estates 101 | PUBLISHED 05.12.20 | Jennifer VentrescaSooner or later most of us will be faced with the task of liquidating the life-long collections and possessions of a beloved family member ... our parents. Learn some do's and don'ts from the estate liquidation experts.
Continue ReadingNew Faces Around BRG
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 03.03.20 | Jennifer VentrescaIt's time to put a face behind the name ... There are a lot of new faces gracing the halls of the various BRG locations lately. We love adding members to the BRG family and it seems like the last couple of months have provided us with a proverbial bumper crop of newbies. Meet some of our newest ....
Continue ReadingSanford L. Batkin: Activist, Collector, & Renaissance Man
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 02.19.20 | Jennifer VentrescaOver the years, we have serviced thousands of estates and their respective families. It's not often that we see estates that fall into the "veritable time capsule" category for the quality of their collections. When we do, we like to highlight them in a special way. But, the real story often comes to light when we dig beyond the tangible "stuff" contained within the estate -- when we get an in-depth glimpse at the person behind the estate. Such is the case with Sandy.
Continue ReadingTime Capsule with Ties to Waldorf in Cortlandt Manor Estate
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 11.04.19 | Jennifer VentrescaThis might be a “made for Hollywood” story based right in Cortlandt Manor, New York with acclaimed hotelier, Claude Philippe, as the main character. Decades after the fully furnished estate was passed to the husband of Philippe’s widow, many of the original contents (hand-picked and curated by Philippe himself) remained relatively untouched — down to the collection of Philippe’s cuff links discovered in the closet.
Continue ReadingWorst Moving Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 07.08.19 | Jennifer VentrescaThe summer moving season is in full-swing for down-sizers, up-sizers, and new home buyers. Making the big move can be expensive and stressful for the most stout-hearted people. If you're making any of these mistakes, you could be making things worse for yourself. Learn how to avoid these moving mistakes....
Continue ReadingHow Non-Profits Benefit from Appraisal Consultations
Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 06.07.19 | Jennifer VentrescaExpertise. Finding value in under-valued items. No fees. It’s never been easier for charitable foundations, organizations, and non-profits to achieve the same benefits seen by others who partner with BRG. Learn more here....
Continue ReadingWhat Lies Beneath...
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 04.11.19 | Jennifer VentrescaYou’ll never believe what we found in a pile of linens! The other day, our managing partner, Grant, motions for me to come to his office. I can tell from his bemusement and expression that he has some secret or surprise to share. The reason for his jovial spirits is still a mystery -- but not for long.
Continue ReadingWhat do Grant & Christie Have to Share?
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 02.28.19 | Jennifer VentrescaFind out what Grant and Christie have to share during our auction previews. Join BRG managing partners as they bring you some Exceptional Winter 2019 LIVE Auction highlights...
Continue ReadingFour Reasons (Plus a Bonus) Why the Exceptional Winter 2019 is LIVE
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 02.13.19 | Jennifer VentrescaWhat is so special about BRG's Exceptional Winter 2019 sale that would have us dusting off the auctioneer podium and gavel in order to run a live auction? Well, you are about to find out!
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