I am disgusted and disappointed with the work he and Mortgage 1 performed. Jean-Paul had a nonchalant attitude toward his errors and delays and appeared to have no interest in the details. This might be what he does everyday, but his average customer doesn't buy or sell a home so often it's not a major transaction. His errors created risk for me and the sellers. While being my contact person, and having sold me on "customer service," he appeared to NOT be in charge or control of his team. His internal underwriting department asked for basic information less than a week before closing and they caused closing to be delayed. Further, there were mistakes in the closing papers and he could not produce the HUD statement until 20 minutes AFTER closing had begun. I am really disappointed because when I was comparing Jean-Paul and Best Choice with other lenders, he was insistent on how hard he would work to earn my business. I never saw evidence that I was anything other than a source of commission for Best Choice Lending. Maybe he did work hard for me, but that was never, ever apparent. Best Choice Lending caused me unnecessary stress with their terrible timing. They had a month to be ready for the closing date; I created zero delays for them. Their underwriting department still needed "additional" documents three business days before closing (additional year's W-2 and tax return... which I had but they couldn't request it with the others weeks previously??). And God forbid they work over a weekend to meet their promises and the agreed-upon closing date. I noticed that the good faith estimate was off a significant percentage on the appraisal, the only area where actual costs could legally exceed estimated by more than 10%. It was only $100 more, but this was a high percentage. Of course the other areas were more in line. This left a bad taste in my mouth. Ultimately, while we closed, Jean-Paul Avallone and Mortgage 1 failed in the company's mission to provide good customer service. You deserve better. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/mi/bloomfield-hills/best-choice-lending-reviews-3566715.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Guaranteed Furniture Services Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"MI","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Deborah H."},"reviewBody":"Excellent work. My husband is VERY particular, but they even satisfied him! The Antique Office Chair had belonged to his grandfather and needed major work restoring caster mounts and making it stable. It's beautiful now. The Eams chair was promoted to the living room after the work was completed. It looks great and you'd never know it was as old as it was. Staff are very friendly, helpful and responsive. They take the time to answer your questions completely. It's obvious they do beautiful work -- you should see some of the very unique pieces that people trust to them -- treasures from around the world. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/mi/berkley/guaranteed-furniture-services-inc-reviews-3609145.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"MARY BETH FURNITURE STRIPPING","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"MI","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Leslie K."},"reviewBody":"The table is magnificent. Mary Beth's was recommended to us by a friend who knows antiques. I would trust them with any furniture. They can tell by looking at something whether or not it is worth redoing. They are real pros. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/mi/rochester/mary-beth-furniture-stripping-reviews-456355.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Superb Finish Furniture Svc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"MI","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Ian M."},"reviewBody":"
Matt and his team picked up, fixed the springs, restored the fabric, refinished the wood, and delivered my wife's antique mahogany rocker.
He was punctual and professional. Beat all competitors' quotes by far. Made the rocker look and function virtually brand new! Great work! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/mi/milford/superb-finish-furniture-svc-reviews-3625625.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"21st Century Windows","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"MI","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"William M."},"reviewBody":"Mark contacted us within 24h of receiving our request through Angie's List email. We set up a time for the appraisal the following week. No one showed up for the appointment and we had not receive a phone call 24h later."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/mi/farmington/21st-century-windows-reviews-287947.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"none","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"MI","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Sandra S."},"reviewBody":"I found out about this company when they advertised some nightstands on Craigslist. I ended up buying the nightstands and discovered that they did estate sales and auctions. Most of the items they had in their warehouse were average at best. Some plaid 70's sofas, glassware found at most thrift shops and a few nicer pieces. But overall, I would not consider this an upscale auction house by any means. A year ago after closing a small antique shop and returning to nursing after having the shop for several years, I put most of my inventory in storage and in my house/garage. Now it was time to start selling off the items. I have some nice settees, sofas, dressers from the turn of the century along with Victorian silver, etc. so, I decided to call Heritage and have them sell my items even though their commission is 30-50%. I called them and they were willing to meet me at my storage facility which happens to be a about a mile from their warehouse. I took the day off work to meet them and get things going on finally selling these things. It was pouring down rain. And I waited for them.. They were prompt but that ended up being the only good thing I will say about them. The woman, Dee, whom I had met before was there along with a man who didn't bother to even introduce himself. After asking, he told me his name was Steve. I proceeded to open the first of three storage areas that I have there. As soon as I opened it, he proceeded to tell me how he could never sell any of my things, they were all in poor condition (which they were not! They are just old). But fine, I listened. He continued to rant about how he wouldn't even think of selling my things. He said, "if you want to pull everything out so I can maybe find something, fine!" I said, "it's raining, I really don't want the wood to get wet". He then said, well that's maybe the only way I will consider looking but this stuff is not in good shape, then asked about a table and I told him that it was my personal dining table and I have it in storage while I'm re-carpeting and painting my dining room. He replied, "we'll, that does it, the only thing I want, you won't even sell!" He said all of this in a very nasty, condescending voice. I finally asked him, "why are you being so negative and mean?" At that point he yelled, "you just can't handle the truth lady!" And walked off in a huff back to his truck. The woman Dee didn't say a word and just followed him. None of this has anything to do with him wanting or not wanting to sell my pieces. I'm not bothered by that. I reminded him that these things are old but he insisted that it would not sell at auction. Ok, no problem. But he wouldn't even listen to me. He said they need to be steam cleaned. That didn't even bother me. It was his horrible attitude and lack of any people skills or customer service that took me aback. Who does business like this? It just shocked me. I have never been treated so rudely by anyone in this kind of business ever! If he wasn't interested In my things, i am ok with that. they have certain guidelines, i get that. All l he had to do was nicely say, ,I'm sorry but I really don't think we are in the market for these things but thanks for thinking of us and maybe sometime in the future we can help you. But no. Instead he was rude, mean, negative and insulting! I will never shop at their auction warehouse, nor will I ever recommend them to anyone. They have absolutely no customer service skills and don't care that they offend people. I will make sure that others I know will avoid them as well. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/mi/sterling-heights/none-reviews-6588919.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"LAMP CRAFT","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"MI","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Elizabeth S."},"reviewBody":"Excellent service. They have an excellent array of unusual and interesting lamps, as well as antique and novelty items. They also have lamps that are made from antiques. They can always find the right shade for a lamp. The repairs are done well and quickly."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/mi/royal-oak/lamp-craft-reviews-2005443.htm"},"position":10}]}
Antique And Jewelry Appraisal reviews from real Angi homeowners in Troy, MI
Excellent work. My husband is VERY particular, but they even satisfied him! The Antique Office Chair had belonged to his grandfather and needed major work restoring caster mounts and making it stable. It's beautiful now. The Eams chair was promoted to the living room after the work was...
Leslie K.
5.0
07/2013
The table is magnificent. Mary Beth's was recommended to us by a friend who knows antiques. I would trust them with any furniture. They can tell by looking at something whether or not it is worth redoing. They are real pros.
Ian M.
5.0
05/2013
Matt and his team picked up, fixed the springs, restored the fabric, refinished the wood, and delivered my wife's antique mahogany rocker. He was punctual and professional. Beat all competitors' quotes by far. Made the rocker look and function virtually brand new! Great work!
William M.
4.0
03/2013
Mark contacted us within 24h of receiving our request through Angie's List email. We set up a time for the appraisal the following week. No one showed up for the appointment and we had not receive a phone call 24h later.
Estate Sales by Team Louie is a professional on-site household liquidation company that serves all of Oakland County, MI, specializing in Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Troy, Beverly Hills, Royal Oak, Huntington Woods, Franklin, Ferndale, Sylvan Lake, Bingham Farms, West Bloomfield, and Farmington Hills. Team Louie is comprised of antique, collectible, and marketing specialists, as well as a graduate gemologist, household organizers, and professional home stagers. Our focus is to clean, stage, and price all household items to sell! From consultation to post-sale disposal, Team Louie does it all!
Estate Sales by Team Louie is a professional on-site household liquidation company that serves all of Oakland County, MI, specializing in Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Troy, Beverly Hills, Royal Oak, Huntington Woods, Franklin, Ferndale, Sylvan Lake, Bingham Farms, West Bloomfield, and Farmington Hills. Team Louie is comprised of antique, collectible, and marketing specialists, as well as a graduate gemologist, household organizers, and professional home stagers. Our focus is to clean, stage, and price all household items to sell! From consultation to post-sale disposal, Team Louie does it all!
Christiane Larue provides comfortable and stylish womens clothing. We are a clothing store located in Birmingham, MI and we are known for our extensive range of womens high-end clothing.
Christiane Larue provides comfortable and stylish womens clothing. We are a clothing store located in Birmingham, MI and we are known for our extensive range of womens high-end clothing.
We are a highly skilled estate liquidation company servicing the greater Metro Detroit area. Unlike our competitors we strive to educate and guide our clients through their transition by tailoring an estate sale plan specifically for them. This means focus is placed on creating a successful estate sale experience for everyone we service. This attention to detail coupled with professional marketing and a trained sales staff ensures we sell the maximum number of items possible for the maximum amount possible in each and every home. Call us today for a free consultation.
"The estate sale was a great success!! Poof set up and advertised beautifully! They had over 700 customers through the home. It was well organized and employees were stationed throughout the home and kept in contact with each other through 2-way radios. They took into consideration all of my concerns on pricing and contacted me directly on any bids."
Tammy S on May 2019
We are a highly skilled estate liquidation company servicing the greater Metro Detroit area. Unlike our competitors we strive to educate and guide our clients through their transition by tailoring an estate sale plan specifically for them. This means focus is placed on creating a successful estate sale experience for everyone we service. This attention to detail coupled with professional marketing and a trained sales staff ensures we sell the maximum number of items possible for the maximum amount possible in each and every home. Call us today for a free consultation.
"The estate sale was a great success!! Poof set up and advertised beautifully! They had over 700 customers through the home. It was well organized and employees were stationed throughout the home and kept in contact with each other through 2-way radios. They took into consideration all of my concerns on pricing and contacted me directly on any bids."
Estate Sales are needed for people who need to sell most of the items in a home, whether they are moving, downsizing or dividing assets from an estate. When hosting an estate sale, the public is invited into the home to purchase most of its contents. Sales typically last two days, but are often stretched to three or reduced to one, depending on the individual circumstances. At the end of the sale, the owners are presented with a categorized list of the items sold with cash or a check for their sold belongings.
Estate Sales are needed for people who need to sell most of the items in a home, whether they are moving, downsizing or dividing assets from an estate. When hosting an estate sale, the public is invited into the home to purchase most of its contents. Sales typically last two days, but are often stretched to three or reduced to one, depending on the individual circumstances. At the end of the sale, the owners are presented with a categorized list of the items sold with cash or a check for their sold belongings.
Whether you are in the process of settling an estate, downsizing or moving from your home, A Simply Amazing Estate Sale + Consignment will help you every step of the way. We are an all-inclusive solution to your relocation and liquidation needs. Our Michigan based services include estate sales, consignments and auctioneering. “One call does it all!” Our skilled team is here to help you with the highest degree of compassion, honesty and diligence during this transition. It is our goal to uphold the industry’s highest standards while giving you very personalized service. You can customize our services to meet your individual needs by: ▪ Utilizing one or all of the services that we have to offer. ▪ Setting your own timelines. ▪ Working remotely from your home. Let the Simply Amazing team relieve you of the burden of searching for multiple companies, the uncertainties of knowing who you are dealing with and give you the security of knowing you are being assisted by your own professional customized team. Our services include the following: ▪ Research, appraise, price and stage items in the estate for sale. ▪ Consign antique pieces or valuable items so as to maximize your return. ▪ Staff the sale with trustworthy help including a security guard if needed. ▪ Advertise with street signage, newspapers, website postings and our subscriber emails. ▪ Control access in and around home during the sale, limit entry when necessary. ▪ Coordinate any charity donations or rubbish hauling after the sale. ▪ Arrange for house cleaning or home restoration if desired. Give us a call at (248) 289-0016 today! Or send us an email at [email protected]
Whether you are in the process of settling an estate, downsizing or moving from your home, A Simply Amazing Estate Sale + Consignment will help you every step of the way. We are an all-inclusive solution to your relocation and liquidation needs. Our Michigan based services include estate sales, consignments and auctioneering. “One call does it all!” Our skilled team is here to help you with the highest degree of compassion, honesty and diligence during this transition. It is our goal to uphold the industry’s highest standards while giving you very personalized service. You can customize our services to meet your individual needs by: ▪ Utilizing one or all of the services that we have to offer. ▪ Setting your own timelines. ▪ Working remotely from your home. Let the Simply Amazing team relieve you of the burden of searching for multiple companies, the uncertainties of knowing who you are dealing with and give you the security of knowing you are being assisted by your own professional customized team. Our services include the following: ▪ Research, appraise, price and stage items in the estate for sale. ▪ Consign antique pieces or valuable items so as to maximize your return. ▪ Staff the sale with trustworthy help including a security guard if needed. ▪ Advertise with street signage, newspapers, website postings and our subscriber emails. ▪ Control access in and around home during the sale, limit entry when necessary. ▪ Coordinate any charity donations or rubbish hauling after the sale. ▪ Arrange for house cleaning or home restoration if desired. Give us a call at (248) 289-0016 today! Or send us an email at [email protected]
At American Dream Estate Sales, we take care to provide our customers with high quality services personalized for their unique needs & desires. We are available to discuss your specific needs 7 days a week. Just remember you hire us and we work exclusively for you! We are highly dedicated to your demands and we strive to achieve the best outcome for our clients and cater to our customers. Unlike any other company, we offer different options and customize the sale based on your family needs. Consultations are always free, and we will match or beat any competitors rate. Our company is fully Insured and Bonded, and we provide our clients with extensive knowledge of Antiques, Collectibles, Fine Art, Furniture, Jewelry, Electronics, Tools & so much more. We currently service the Metro-Detroit area & surrounding suburbs.We offer Complete Estate Sale Services, Consignments, Resale, Estate Liquidations, Clean-Outs , Donations & Appraisals.We Make the Process Easy and Stress Free for You!!! Call Today to Schedule an Appointment!
At American Dream Estate Sales, we take care to provide our customers with high quality services personalized for their unique needs & desires. We are available to discuss your specific needs 7 days a week. Just remember you hire us and we work exclusively for you! We are highly dedicated to your demands and we strive to achieve the best outcome for our clients and cater to our customers. Unlike any other company, we offer different options and customize the sale based on your family needs. Consultations are always free, and we will match or beat any competitors rate. Our company is fully Insured and Bonded, and we provide our clients with extensive knowledge of Antiques, Collectibles, Fine Art, Furniture, Jewelry, Electronics, Tools & so much more. We currently service the Metro-Detroit area & surrounding suburbs.We offer Complete Estate Sale Services, Consignments, Resale, Estate Liquidations, Clean-Outs , Donations & Appraisals.We Make the Process Easy and Stress Free for You!!! Call Today to Schedule an Appointment!
We specialize in 18th, 19th, 20th century antiques. Among the fine objects always in stock are… Period furniture and mirrors Porcelain from the finest Continental factories including Chinese Export Rose Medallion China by the best English and European factories A wide selection of Johnson Brothers china Art Pottery such as Detroit Pewabic Pottery Roseville and Weller, glass, silver and clocks including grandfather clocks Chairs Sideboards Tables Chests China cabinets Secretaries Desks Dining tables Unique individual display cabinets ranging from petite to large one-of-a-kind pieces and Mid-Century Modern
We specialize in 18th, 19th, 20th century antiques. Among the fine objects always in stock are… Period furniture and mirrors Porcelain from the finest Continental factories including Chinese Export Rose Medallion China by the best English and European factories A wide selection of Johnson Brothers china Art Pottery such as Detroit Pewabic Pottery Roseville and Weller, glass, silver and clocks including grandfather clocks Chairs Sideboards Tables Chests China cabinets Secretaries Desks Dining tables Unique individual display cabinets ranging from petite to large one-of-a-kind pieces and Mid-Century Modern
Avenue Estate Sales is Michigan’s premier estate sale & moving sale firm. Specializing in estate sales, moving sales, on-site auctions, commercial liquidations, pre-demolition & renovation sales, personal property appraisals and consignment. Whether you need to consign a single item, have it appraised, or have an entire estate sale or moving sale – we are prepared to assist you with all your personal property needs.
Avenue Estate Sales is Michigan’s premier estate sale & moving sale firm. Specializing in estate sales, moving sales, on-site auctions, commercial liquidations, pre-demolition & renovation sales, personal property appraisals and consignment. Whether you need to consign a single item, have it appraised, or have an entire estate sale or moving sale – we are prepared to assist you with all your personal property needs.
Home appraisals can come in low, even during an ultra-hot real estate market. Here’s what to do when a home appraisal is lower than the offer you receive.