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A Leader in Real Estate and Auction Services throughout Ohio

SHERIDANS is a full service real estate and auction company with specialties including agricultural and rural farmland, residential and multi-family homes, building lots, and commercial real estate as well as farm machinery, heavy equipment, antiques & collectibles, firearms, memorabilia, and more. Whether you are planning on buying or selling, we have the knowledge and experience to help you succeed.  Search our current Real Estate listings and upcoming Live and Online Auctions to find farm equipment, antiques & collectibles, and other unique items.  With decades of experience, we offer expert valuation and appraisal services. Contact our office today for a no-fee consultation for all your real estate, auction, and appraisal needs.


Real Estate & Farmland Listings

Item #800001

97 Acres – Tipp City – Light Industrial Zoning

97 Acres located in Tipp City west of I-75 zoned for Light Industry. Features road frontage and access from Evanston Road as well as from Kinna Drive in the Northgate Commerce Center Industrial Park. All public utilities available. 97…

Location:  375 E. Evanston Road Tipp City, OH 45371

Item Price:
$5,000,000

Item #800000

1580 W. Main Street, Tipp City, Ohio

1.4 ACRE COMMERCIAL LOT GREAT BUSINESS LOCATION TIPP CITY, OHIO This 1.4 acre COMMERCIAL / RETAIL property is located at the corner of W. Main Street and County Road 25A in Tipp City, just west of I-75, and along the…

Location:  1850 W. Main Street, Tipp City, OH 45371

Item Price:
$500,000

Item #913201

N. XENIA BRICK RANCH

A wonderfully constructed and maintained roomy 2-bedroom home on the first hole of WGC Golf Course in the Eagles Way subdivision of north Xenia. Don't think about it too long - this one won't last! Two nice-sized bedrooms and loads…

Location:  1343 Eagles Way, Xenia, OH

Item Price:
$295,000

Item #907252

2740 Fairfield Pike, Springfield, OH (Building Lot)

1.7 ACRE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOT MAD RIVER TOWNSHIP, CLARK COUNTY SPRINGFIELD, OHIO Nice 1.70 acre country building lot with great views of the surrounding farmland and ready for your custom home. Great location only 2 miles south of I-70 and…

Featured Auctions

Why Choose SHERIDANS?

  • SHERIDANS is a full-service real estate and auction company that has served Ohio for over five decades.  Fulfilling a childhood dream, Keith Sheridan started his business in 1974, utilizing the experiences learned while growing up on a dairy and grain farm in Southwestern Ohio.
  • Today, SHERIDANS is a recognized specialist throughout Ohio in the sale of farmland and rural acreage, residential, and commercial real estate, as well as farm machinery, heavy equipment, antiques, collectibles, firearms, memorabilia and more.
  • SHERIDANS professionals are uniquely qualified to offer each client multiple proven methods for maximizing the value of your real estate or personal property assets.  It is our goal to exceed your expectations.
  • With a focus on Experience, Integrity, and Results since 1974, SHERIDANS has the proven ability to oversee transactions that return the highest dollar value for each client.
  • Through the years, SHERIDANS has expanded throughout Ohio as a recognized specialist in the sale of agricultural and rural farmland, residential, and commercial real estate.  For over 20+ years, the Dayton Area Board of Realtors and WRIST MLS have recognized SHERIDANS as selling more acreage than any other Ohio real estate office in the region.
  • Using relationships established during our long history of business, SHERIDANS offers maximum exposure of your assets through our proven marketing efforts. We will advertise your real estate and personal property assets nationally and regionally to as wide a segment of buyers as possible. No one exceeds the level of service, expertise and exposure that we can provide.

Services

List the services offered, including:

Real Estate Services

SHERIDANS real estate professionals are licensed Realtors® who are uniquely qualified to offer you multiple proven methods for selling your real estate. Whether selling by the conventional Realtor® method or the Auction method (traditional in-person and online bidding), SHERIDANS has the proven ability to oversee your real estate transactions in a manner that results in the highest return. If you are searching for your dream home, area farmland, or commercial property, contact a SHERIDANS licensed real estate agent to guide you through the buying process of finding the right property, negotiating an acceptable contract, and coordinating through the closing.  Contact one of our experienced agents today to start your search!

Auctions

SHERIDANS’ genesis  was as a full service auction company in 1974, specializing in local farm machinery and antique auctions. Today, our specialties include all types of real estate and personal property assets.  Our real estate auction services serve as a special niche for clients in the real estate market that few can match. Whether you are selling agricultural or recreational land, a residential or multi-family home, rural or subdivision building lots, or commercial real estate, our licensed agents have the expertise to maximize your value.   It’s the SHERIDANS heritage! We offer a full line of auction services covering a full complement of assets, including recognized specialties in farm and heavy equipment, antiques and collectibles, firearms, memorabilia, estates, commercial liquidations, and more.  We offer a state-of-the-art 9,000 square foot facility built in 2015 with an additional 12,000 square feet of warehousing space to conduct your specialty or multi-consignor auctions. We continue to conduct on-site auctions and can offer live and online bidding options to suit the needs of every client. Check out our upcoming auctions or contact us for a no-fee consultation for all your asset liquidation needs.

Asset Valuation & Appraisal Services

SHERIDANS offers appraisal and asset valuation services for all types of real estate and personal property.  Relying on our extensive company database provided from past sales of Real Estate and Personal Property and from other reliable sources, SHERIDANS professionals have the knowledge and capability to provide the most reliable valuation services to meet your needs. Real estate appraisal services include specialties in agricultural and rural land, residential and multi-family homes, building lots, commercial properties, and all types of special-use properties. Our personal property appraisal services include specialties in antiques and collectibles, farm machinery and heavy equipment, firearms, memorabilia, commercial and office equipment, and other asset categories.

Personal Property Services

SHERIDANS offers personal property auction services to meet the needs of every client.  Whether you are selling farm machinery or commercial equipment, antiques and collectibles, firearms, or liquidating an estate, we have the expertise and facilities to meet your needs and maximize the value of your assets.   SHERIDANS experienced professionals, with over five decades in the auction industry, can meet your needs and objectives. We continue to conduct on-site auctions and offer live and online bidding options to suit your needs. Check out our upcoming auctions or contact us for a no-fee consultation for all your asset liquidation needs.

Advertising

SHERIDANS utilizes multiple proven methods of advertising your real estate or personal property assets. No one exceeds the level of service, expertise and marketing reach that we can provide.

  • Custom full-color brochure
  • Proprietary and custom developed mail and email databases. Click here to join.
  • National and Regional Internet marketing
  • Nationally recognized real estate and auction marketing websites
  • Targeted Social Media platform advertising
  • Special marketing packages and relationships with local and regional newspaper and magazine publications
  • Professionally designed & prepared signage
  • Advertising literature available at area businesses and all SHERIDANS auctions
  • Radio advertising
  • … Along with other proven advertising methods and media.

Our multiple methods of selling real estate for our clients include:

  • Conventional Realtor® Method, which provides maximum exposure to the real estate market via the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).
  • The Auction Marketing Method, including live, online and simulcast bidding options with competitive bidding to maximize your value.

About Us

Bart K Sheridan

Matt Sheridan

Bryan Bogan

Nathan Sheridan

Chris Bailey

Sandra Sheridan

Gail Martindale

Keith Sheridan

Keith Sheridan (8/29/1938 – 3/26/2020) was the founding member of SHERIDANS in 1974.  Keith was a licensed auctioneer and real estate Broker, and with the assistance of wife, June, turned SHERIDANS into one of the leading auction and real estate companies in southwest Ohio.  Keith was inducted into the Ohio Auctioneers Association in 1996, the Ohio Fair Manager’s Association Hall of Fame in 2015 and was a past president of the Ohio Auctioneers Association, Ohio Fair Managers Association, and the Greene County Agricultural Society. Keith loved the auction industry and often referenced his role as an auctioneer as his hobby and not his job.

Testimonials

Client

I just want to say thank you to SHERIDANS for the totally awesome job in assisting my wife and me in the purchase of our condo. Our SHERIDANS Buyer’s Agent is a fine young man with impeccable integrity. We were treated with true respect and kindness. He was very patient in answering all our questions. Our phone calls and messages were answered in a timely manner. We were always very comfortable dealing with him. He and SHERIDANS have our highest recommendation with no reservation whatsoever!

Client

The entire team at SHERIDANS made our first-time home buying experience a simple one. They did an excellent job of making sure that we got all of the assistance we needed to arranging any inspections that needed to be done, making suggestions on individuals to assist with our mortgage, and answered all of our questions with great clarity. They are customer service oriented, professional, and helpful. Thanks, again, for all of your help!

Client

We had an auction at Sheridans’ Cedarville location the early part of January. I was extremely impressed with the professionalism of the whole Sheridan team. They were a real pleasure to work with through the entire process and beyond. We had 40 years of tools, furniture and home goods to clear out and sell after a death in the family. They explained to me upfront what to expect and walked through the whole process with me as it took place. They have been there to answer all of my follow up questions as well. The Sheridan team cleared the property quickly and efficiently leaving me with almost no clean up. That was a huge help to me! The sale was run just as efficient and everything was sold. I highly recommend the services of SHERIDANS. They really know what they are doing and their performance is outstanding.

Client

When my brother and I were tasked with selling the farmland inherited from our mother, SHERIDANS made the process simple. They met us at the site of the land to be auctioned and explained the sale process to us along with all of the services provided by their firm. This included example advertisements, their plan to engage potential sellers through social media, and a walkthrough of their auction process. Throughout the business of selling our farm, we received frequent emails and phone calls from the Sheridan Team which allowed us to make the best decisions for the completion of the sale. As we neared the date of the auction, we received copies of all advertisements and links to the websites and videos being used to aid in the sale. The day of the auction, we were greeted by their team. They explained each detail of how the sale would work, taking time to make sure we understood how the day would progress. The Sheridan Team created an environment which produced extraordinary results! We appreciate the hard work that the SHERIDANS invested into our sale and are thankful for the opportunity to work with them during this important sale. I would highly recommend SHERIDANS for any of your real estate or auction needs!

Client

The SHERIDANS are an excellent resource for selling your property. They are attentive to every detail, informative about the process, highly responsive, and exceptionally professional. They are also very personal being that they are a family based business and treat your sale as if it was their own. I work in lending and have worked with many different real estate companies over the years. The Sheridan Team is by far the best for which I have worked.

Client

My wife and I worked with SHERIDANS to find a house and from beginning to end they were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and communicative with us! We were so grateful for all of their effort in our homebuying situation. We cannot wait to move in and would highly recommend the Sheridan team to anyone who is looking for a Real Estate company that will put their needs as a top priority.

Awards and Recognition

  • The greater Dayton and Springfield region’s top selling office in farm and land sales since 2003!*
  • Two of the top selling Realtors® annually in Greene County*
  • One of the highest producing offices in the region*
  • Ohio Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame inductee
  • Past President of the Ohio Auctioneers Association
  • Multiple real estate and personal property auction advertising awards (Ohio Auctioneers Association)

*Based on data from the Dayton Area Board of Realtors and WRIST MLS

Commonly Asked Questions SHERIDANS Real Estate Services & Auctions

What is the history of SHERIDANS?

Keith Sheridan had always loved attending farm auctions with his father while growing up outside of Yellow Springs, Ohio and dreamed of one day becoming an auctioneer.  Keith married June Moore in 1965 and soon had 3 children (Sharon, Bart and Matt) and a family to support, and that dream began to slowly fade away. Keith and June owned the local Cedarville Feed & Grain elevator during the tumultuous times of the early 1970s with high interest rates and a failing economy.  Keith’s loving wife, June, had always heard Keith’s stories of attending auctions as a youngster with his father and dreaming of becoming an auctioneer, so she secretly signed Keith up for auction school without him knowing.  A few days before classes were scheduled to begin, June told Keith what she had done, and he soon left for auction school to pursue his childhood dream.

Originally operating off a card table in a side room of their home, Keith and June started Keith Sheridan & Associates in 1974, offering real estate and auction services to local Greene and Clark County and surrounding communities. In 1995, their eldest son, Bart, joined the business bringing his experience as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and the company name was changed to Sheridan & Associates, Auctioneers, Real Estate Broker & Appraisers LLC.  In 2002, their youngest child Matt, also a CPA, joined the company and added the conventional Realtor® listing method of sale to the offerings of the company.  Keith Sheridan passed away in March 2020, leaving a significant and lasting legacy in Ohio’s auction industry.  In 2022, the company name was changed to SHERIDANS LLC, and the company has grown with known specialties in the sale of residential, commercial and agricultural real estate; antiques/collectibles; and commercial/farm equipment throughout Ohio.

What services does SHERIDANS offer?

SHERIDANS offers a comprehensive range of services including Realtor® services for all types of real estate, auction services for real estate and personal property, appraisal services for all types of real estate and personal property, specialties with buying and selling farmland, expertise in selling antiques and collectibles, liquidation of commercial equipment, farm machinery and heavy equipment, and more.

What types of properties does SHERIDANS specialize in selling?

SHERIDANS specializes in the sale of residential, agricultural, and commercial real estate, as well as farm equipment and heavy machinery, antiques, collectibles, and other types of personal property, offering both auction and traditional real estate sales options.

How long has SHERIDANS been in business?

SHERIDANS has been serving clients for over 50 years, establishing itself as a trusted name in the real estate and auction industries.

SHERIDANS is dedicated to providing the highest level of service to each client. With a focus on EXPERIENCE, INTEGRITY, AND RESULTS since 1974, SHERIDANS has grown to become one of the premier Real Estate, Auction, and Appraisal Companies in Southwest and Central Ohio.

What geographic areas does SHERIDANS serve?

SHERIDANS associates are licensed to perform services throughout the State of Ohio. From our office in Greene County, our company is strategically located to provide a high level of service to all of southern, western and central Ohio. Our regional sales and appraisal experience includes services performed in many areas throughout Ohio as shown below.

What affiliations and licenses do members of SHERIDANS have?

Members of SHERIDANS are dedicated to keeping abreast of industry trends and developments through regular continuing education, both as students and instructors.

Licenses and professional designations held and awards won by members of our team include:

The Realtor® Designation
Licensed Auctioneers
Licensed Real Estate Brokers and Agents
National Auctioneers’ Association
Past Governor appointed Ohio Auction Commission member
Ohio Auctioneers Association
Certified, Auctioneers Institute
State Advertising Contest Awards
National Board of Realtors
Ohio Board of Realtors
Dayton Area Board of Realtor
Western [Ohio] Regional Information Systems & Technology MLS (WRIST) member
Ohio Auctioneer Hall of Fame member

What types of advertising methods does SHERIDANS use to maximize my return when selling Real Estate and Personal Property?

At SHERIDANS, we employ a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach to advertising your real estate and personal property. Our goal is to maximize your return through targeted and professional marketing strategies.

Brochures

We create high-quality brochures that highlight the unique features of your property, complete with professional photographs. These brochures are distributed through USPS, email, customized buyer lists, and other methods tailored to the type of property and potential buyers.

Buyer Packages

For real estate sales, we prepare detailed Buyer Packages. These include all relevant property information, selling terms, and contract documents, which are provided to all interested parties upon request. Additionally, these Buyer Packages are made available for download on our website for convenient access.

Internet Advertising

Your property listing will be featured on our company website, SheridanTeam.com, with direct links to map services for easy directions. We include detailed color photographs and descriptions of your assets. Listings are also posted on multiple websites, including Realtor.com, Zillow, and the Dayton Area Board of Realtors® (dabr.com), AuctionZip.com (auction only), among others. These listings feature comprehensive details such as property sizes, room dimensions, amenities, real estate taxes, school districts, and more.

Signage

We design and install attractive signage to draw attention to your property. This includes directional signs at strategic intersections to guide potential buyers to your location.

Direct Mail

For properties like farmland and commercial real estate, where buyers are more specific, we use targeted direct mail campaigns. This approach ensures that potential buyers who may not be actively searching are informed about your property.

Social Media Advertising

Utilizing demographic information available on social media platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Google, LinkedIn, and others, SHERIDANS will advertise your real estate with a focus on reaching potential buyers who may be interested in your property or who may know of family or friends who may be interested. This method is also beneficial because it allows us to reach prospective buyers who have shown an interest in your type of property but may not be actively searching at the time.

Personal Contact

Our team will personally reach out to identified potential buyers via phone and will attempt to meet in person. We assist these buyers in preparing financing if necessary and maintain a detailed log of all contacts for follow-up before the auction.

Newspaper Advertising

We develop a comprehensive advertising schedule for local and regional print media. This strategy aims to attract interested purchasers to your property through well-placed newspaper ads.

Open Houses

We can organize open houses for all types of real estate, including residential, multi-family homes, commercial properties, and agricultural land. We also schedule public viewings  typically in the days preceding a personal property auction to give interested buyers an opportunity to preview items. Open houses and public viewings create significant exposure and word-of-mouth advertising, allowing a mix of serious and casual buyers to view your property simultaneously. This approach can also reduce the need for numerous private showings of real estate.

By integrating these diverse advertising methods, SHERIDANS strives to achieve the best possible outcome for the sale of your property. Our professional and personalized approach ensures that your property receives maximum exposure to potential buyers.

How does SHERIDANS ensure a successful auction or real estate sales experience?

At SHERIDANS, we leverage our expertise, extensive network, and state-of-the-art facilities to ensure a successful sales experience for clients, maximizing exposure and value for their properties and personal assets, whether through auction or traditional real estate methods.

How much do I have to participate in the sale of my assets?

Our clients are welcome to participate as much as desired in the sale of their assets. Most often, members of SHERIDANS will handle every aspect of the sale from beginning to end.

When selling Personal Property, SHERIDANS can perform all necessary steps in preparing the property for sale, conducting the sale, and collecting the proceeds from the sale. We have a team of associates who can prepare and organize the items for sale in the best manner from start to finish.

How does SHERIDANS handle the auction process?

SHERIDANS offers comprehensive auction services, including initial consultation, planning, professional marketing efforts, and facilitating the auction event itself, ensuring a seamless experience for clients selling their real estate or personal property through the auction method of sale.

Real Estate Services:

What are the real estate sales methods SHERIDANS offers?

All SHERIDANS’ sales associates are Realtors® and are qualified to offer multiple methods of sale of your real estate including the following:

Conventional Realtor® Listing

In selling Real Estate by the Conventional Listing Method, SHERIDANS can benefit the Seller by the following:

Maximum Exposure!
Flexibility!
Ability to vet potential buyers.
It’s the traditional method most buyers and sellers are accustomed to using.

Real Estate Auction

Selling your Real Estate by auction provides multiple benefits including:

No Limit on Sale Price! (i.e. No established “List Price” ceiling)
No negotiating!
No buyer contingencies!
It’s a proven method, especially during real estate markets when demand outpaces supply.

What experience does SHERIDANS have in helping clients sell and buy farmland?

SHERIDANS is a leader in the sale of farmland throughout Ohio, and we have the expertise to maximize the value of your assets.  Whether you are contemplating buying or selling agricultural or rural property or need assistance with a 1031 tax deferred exchange, allow SHERIDANS’ decades of experience and track record of success to assist you in maximizing your property’s value.

Our history of success includes expertise in the sale of crop land, horse farms, timber land, recreational land, and other forms of rural and agricultural real estate.  From our Cedarville office, located in the heartland of farming country in the Midwest, we are strategically located to serve all areas of Ohio.

Follow the Leader … and call us today for a free consultation. We outperform the rest!

Why should I list my property with a Realtor® instead of selling it myself?

Recent studies show that 89% of home buyers recently purchased their home through a licensed real estate agent. Of buyers who used a Buyer’s Agent, 90% would use their agent again or recommend their agent to others. The main source for valuable and trustworthy information when searching for a home to purchase is the use of the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), which allows Realtors® to accurately advertise their listings to prospective buyers and other Realtors®. Realtors® almost exclusively use the MLS to search for available properties. If your property is not advertised on the MLS, you are potentially losing a huge percentage of potential buyers who may be interested in buying your property!

All of SHERIDANS’ sales associates are Realtors® and have access to a full scope of real estate contracts and related documents that have been created to protect both the Seller and Buyer in all transactions. SHERIDANS’ Realtors® are knowledgeable on the wide array of real estate laws and will protect your interests when assisting you to buy or sell your property.  Your SHERIDANS’ Realtor® also has multiple listing and negotiation techniques available to maximize the value of your real estate.

SHERIDANS’ also maintains an active database of Ohio real estate buyers and can use this database to help sell your property.

Why should I use a Realtor® as a Buyer’s Agent when searching for Real Estate to purchase?

SHERIDANS recommends all Buyers use a Realtor® as a Buyer’s Agent when searching for Real Estate to purchase. A Buyers Agent will work for you, protect your interests, assist in negotiating on your behalf, set up private showings, alert you to newly listed properties, and more. One of the best parts of using a Realtor® as a Buyer’s Agent is that you typically do not have to pay for the Realtor’s® services. Your Realtor® collects his/her commission from a portion of the Selling Realtor’s® commission, and your purchase price is not affected.

As Realtors®, SHERIDANS’s licensed agents have access to Multiple Listing Service (MLS) advertising and other resources that are not available to the general public. Therefore, SHERIDANS is able to provide better-defined searches of available properties that closely match the desires of each Buyer and can seamlessly schedule property showings with you.

SHERIDANS Realtors® actively search for new real estate listings. Therefore, we are better able to notify you of new listings and act quickly on your behalf.

SHERIDANS Realtors® are knowledgeable on the wide array of real estate laws and will protect your interests when assisting you in purchasing a property.

When is the best time of year to sell my home?

Studies show that the best time of year to list your home is between March and May. During this time, buyers have emerged from the colder months and are ready to plan for the summer when kids are out of school and daylight hours are maximized.

Selling your home during the early Spring months allows you to get a jump on your competition by reaching buyers during the most active time of the year.

Regardless of the time of year, SHERIDANS has the experience and expertise to maximize our advertising efforts to ensure your property is exposed to as many buyers as possible.

When is the best time of year to sell my Farmland?

Historically, the best time of year to sell farmland and rural real estate is during the late fall and winter months. By this time of year, farmers have harvested their crops and are planning for the next planting season.

Selling your farm after the harvest season eliminates the need to negotiate cash rent payments and allows the buyer to take occupancy of the farmland immediately to plan for the next planting season.

SHERIDANS has sold farmland and rural acreage at all times of the year and has the experience and expertise to establish selling terms and a marketing plan to maximize the exposure and value of your property.

When might it be best to sell my real estate by a conventional Realtor® listing versus an auction?

The main benefit of a conventional Realtor® listing is that it allows the property to be available at any time during the listing period. This maximizes exposure, and sellers and buyers are able to negotiate a contract that works for both parties.
The selling method you choose should be based on the current activity in the real estate market and on supply and demand factors. When the supply of similar properties is higher than the demand from buyers or when your property is similar to others that are currently available, a conventional Realtor® listing method of sale will typically create maximized interest for your property.
Single family homes are sold by the conventional Realtor® listing method more than any other type of real estate.
The conventional Realtor® listing method of sale is the most familiar and common method of sale that buyers are used to using. This familiarity creates a level of comfort for buyers to plan and think through the buying process.

SHERIDANS has over 50 years of experience selling all types of Realtor® listings, including residential, multi-family, farmland, and commercial real estate. Contact our office today to schedule a no-fee consultation to discuss your property and selling needs.

What are the benefits of selling my Real Estate by the Conventional Listing Method?

In selling Real Estate by the Conventional Listing Method, SHERIDANS can benefit the Seller by the following:

Maximum Exposure! The main advantage of a Conventional Listing is that it provides the maximum exposure to prospective buyers since the property is available for purchase at any time during the listing contract.
Flexibility! Almost anything is negotiable using our Conventional Listing method. Therefore, the Seller has many different options available to reach his/her desired goals.
Vetting of potential buyers! When reviewing offers from prospective buyers, sellers have the ability to thoroughly review the pros and cons of each offer and can request lender qualification letters to ensure you are working with qualified buyers.
It’s the traditional method most buyers and sellers are accustomed to using.

When might it be best to sell my real estate at auction versus a conventional Realtor® listing?

There are multiple instances when your SHERIDANS representative may recommend selling your real estate at auction instead of a conventional Realtor® listing. These instances include, but are not limited to, the following:

Selling real estate at auction can offer advantages such as maximizing selling price through competitive bidding and selling in “as is” condition without inspection contingencies, while conventional Realtor® real estate listings offer flexibility in timing and negotiation and a more traditional method of sale.
When you own a highly desirable property in a low supply and high demand market and you anticipate strong interest from many buyers, then the auction method of marketing may be best for you.  The auction method of sale has great potential to maximize the selling price by taking advantage of the competitive bidding an auction provides.  Conversely, if you offer a highly desirable property via a conventional Realtor® listing and receive multiple offers, the typical requirement is for the prospective buyers to make their “Best and Final Offer”, which is essentially a blind auction in which no one knows what the other buyers are offering.  This does not take advantage of the competitive bidding an auction provides, and buyers are often left saying they may have offered a higher amount if they had known what others were offering.
For real estate with known defects and/or deferred maintenance, inspection contingencies can be a major seller concern.  Using the auction method of sale, your property will sell in “as is” condition free from inspection, financing, and other contingencies that can kill the deal.  While we will permit prospective buyers to perform their own inspections prior to bidding, the buyers must acknowledge that the results of their inspections are for their purpose, and the bidders are accepting the property based on their own due diligence.

Of all the different types of real estate we sell, farmland and rural acreage is sold by Live Public Auction more than any other type.  The Dayton Area Board of Realtors recognizes SHERIDANS as selling more acreage annually than any other office in the region.

What are the benefits of selling my Real Estate at auction?

No Limit on Sale Price!

Listing Real Estate as a Conventional Realtor® Listing necessitates placing a price on the property, thereby effectively placing a cap on the property’s final sale price. A SHERIDANS Auction often results in a higher than anticipated final sale price with no limits on the final sale price.

No negotiating!

The property sells with no negotiating over non-price issues such as inspection contingencies, financing contingencies, unknown closing dates, etc. You can sell your property only once; public auction provides an effective means of bringing all potential buyers together at one location based on terms pre-established by the seller. The resulting bidding atmosphere is a lively and competitive one.

Innovative Sales Methods.

Using the most up to date techniques and technology including the Real Estate Multi-Parcel method, SHERIDANS provides each client with the highest level of service to maximize his/her return.

Maximized Marketing Exposure.

Regardless of how you sell your real estate with SHERIDANS, your property will receive maximum exposure that no other real estate or auction company can exceed.  Your auction property will be advertised on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) just like a conventional real estate listing and will be available on Realtor.com, Zillow, and most other real estate websites.

What is SHERIDANS’ expertise and knowledge base for farmland and rural acreage sales?

Over the last 50 years, SHERIDANS has become a leader in the sale of agricultural and rural acreage throughout Southern, Western and Central Ohio. According the Dayton Area Board of Realtors, SHERIDANS sells more acreage annually than any other office in the Dayton and Miami Valley region.

SHERIDANS offers extensive experience and expertise in selling large acreage throughout Ohio for over 50 years.
Our continually growing database of all large-acreage land owners, investors, attorneys specializing in farming and estate planning, and financial representatives provides us with an advantage in reaching all potential area buyers.
We will advertise your property nationally and regionally to as wide a segment of buyers as possible. No other local company can offer greater exposure than we can offer.
Due to our location and expertise in the region, we offer the greatest local advertising exposure, perfected during our five decades of experience in selling farmland.

Regardless of the selling method you select, we will offer a share of our commission to other real estate agents who represent buyers. SHERIDANS offers a share of our commission to other real estate agents who bring a buyer to the transaction.  This offer of compensation to other real estate agents greatly increases the number of agents working on your behalf.  This commission offering is at no extra cost to you.  Very few other auction companies offer this commission participation opportunity.

At SHERIDANS, we leverage decades of experience, an extensive network, and comprehensive marketing strategies to achieve outstanding results in farmland and rural acreage sales. Our commitment to collaboration and innovation ensures that your property receives maximum exposure and attracts the right buyers. With a proven track record and a deep understanding of the market, we strive to provide exceptional service and value to our clients. Choose SHERIDANS for EXPERIENCE, INTEGRITY, AND RESULTS you can trust.

What safeguards do I have to protect myself when selling my Real Estate through a conventional Realtor® listing?

Comprehensive Market Analysis: Our agents conduct thorough market analysis to provide you with the most accurate market evaluation of your property while listening to your needs to ensure your property is priced competitively to meet your needs.
Negotiation Expertise: Our experienced agents assist you in negotiations, striving to secure the best terms and price for your property while ensuring your objectives are met.
Seller Control: As the seller, you retain the right to accept or reject any offer that does not align with your needs and objectives, providing you with ultimate control over the sale process.
Pre-Qualification of Buyers: We work to ensure that potential buyers are pre-qualified for financing. This reduces the risk of deals falling through due to financing issues, providing you with greater confidence in the buyer’s ability to complete the purchase.

What safeguards do I have to protect myself when selling my Real Estate at auction?

Auction with Reserve Method: Sellers can utilize the Auction with Reserve Auction Method, setting a minimum acceptable bid to safeguard their interests. With this method, sellers maintain full control and are not obligated to accept bids that do not meet their expectations or objectives.
Professional Guidance: Our experienced team provides expert advice, ensuring sellers establish sale terms that align with their goals without deterring potential buyers. Unlike conventionally sold real estate, auction terms typically exclude financing, inspection, or other contingencies, eliminating potential hurdles and enhancing the seller’s control over the sale.
Transparent Process: The auction process is transparent, with clear terms and conditions outlined beforehand, providing sellers with confidence and peace of mind.
Competitive Bidding Atmosphere: Auctions foster a competitive environment with no perceived List Price ceiling, often resulting in higher sale prices and favorable outcomes for sellers.

Once you have chosen the type of auction to use, what are the two methods of auctions to select from?

There are two methods Sellers can use when selling their Real Estate at auction:

Absolute Auction Method

In selling Real Estate by the Absolute Auction Method, the Seller is legally required to sell the property at the auction, regardless of the final bid price, once the bidding has commenced. The main advantage of an Absolute Auction is that it generates maximum response from the market. Since a sale is guaranteed, regardless of the price, buyer excitement and participation are heightened. As a result, the price of the property can be maximized.

Auction with Reserve Method

In selling Real Estate by the Auction with Reserve Method, the Seller reserves the right to accept or reject the final bid price. The main advantage of an auction with reserve is that the Seller is not obligated to accept a price other than one that is entirely acceptable. Therefore, the Seller is fully protected!

What are the different types of Real Estate Auctions SHERIDANS offers?

SHERIDANS can offer your property at auction using multiple types of auctions including the following:

Traditional Live Auction
It’s the tried-and-true method of selling real estate. The face-to-face competitive bidding atmosphere of a SHERIDANS live auction continues to produce high quality ready and willing buyers for your assets.
From our own Cedar Land Event Center, we can host 300 attendees to your event. With state-of-the-art features such as free Wi-Fi, professional lighting, comfortable tables & chairs, and top-of-the-line technology, we can host your auction event.  We can also host your auction at your property or at another facility.
We are leaders in using current and progressive tools to ensure that we are providing a great atmosphere and strong results for the sale of your property.
Timed Online Auction
In the post-Covid era, the Online Auction phenomenon has exploded in the real estate industry. We have maximized our technology and internet capabilities to offer online bidding from the comfort of prospective buyers’ homes and businesses.
Many buyers appreciate the convenience and the anonymity that a SHERIDANS online auction naturally provides.
With a Timed Online Auction, bidding will end on a specified date and time.  We will control the bidding increments and provide automated extensions at the end of the timed auction to prevent buyers from bidding in the final seconds of the auction and blocking other interested bidders.
Simulcast Live and Online Auction
With certain types of properties such as farmland and when Internet access is available, we recommend a simulcast Live and Online Auction. This auction method of selling your real estate joins the benefits of a live auction with the ability for prospective buyers to bid from the convenience of their home or office.
Unlike a Timed Online Auction, a simulcast auction will end when the bidding has stopped and after the auctioneer has given all present and online bidders a final call to make their bids.
For most simulcast auctions, we will provide live audio streaming of the auction to online bidders, and in certain instances, we can also provide live video streaming.
Sealed Bid Auction:
When confidentiality for prospective bidders is important or when the likely buyer(s) of a property is known before the sale, then a Sealed Bid auction may fit your needs.
A SHERIDANS Sealed Bid sale maintains appropriate privacy between prospective purchasers and often prompts purchasers who may be willing to spend much more than their competition to bid closer to their maximum price point than they would during a traditional Public or Online Auction.

What timing factors should I consider when listing my property with a conventional realtor?

Listing Duration: Depending on your type of property, listings can span 3 to 12 months.  Single-family residential properties are typically contractually listed for 3 to 6 months, with the actual selling duration depending on market conditions at the time.
Market Assessment: Assess current market conditions to determine the optimal time for listing your property. Take into account seasonal variations that may affect buyer interest, with spring and summer often being popular selling seasons when buyer demand is the highest and when your property will look its best.
Preparation Time: Dedicate sufficient time for tasks like staging and repairs before listing your property. Remember, first impressions matter, so pay attention to detail to showcase the best features of your property during viewings.
Listing Preparation: Your SHERIDANS licensed agent can usually prepare your listing within a week with professional photography and attention to detail, ensuring prompt online advertising, listing activation, and presentation of your property.
Showing Availability: Be flexible with scheduling showings to accommodate potential buyers’ preferences.
Closing Timeline: Consider the time required for inspections, appraisals, and financing processes after receiving an offer.

By addressing these timing considerations and collaborating closely with your SHERIDANS licensed agent, you can enhance the effectiveness of your property listing in the conventional real estate market.

How is a Real Estate auction using the Multi-Parcel Auction Method of sale conducted?

The Multi-Parcel Method of Auction Marketing is a sales technique that allows a property owner to offer multiple tracts of land, pieces of equipment, or various properties in their individual units or in any combinations, including the entire package of units. Competition typically leads to higher final bid prices. The Multi-Parcel Method allows potential purchasers to bid on the individual or combination of units that best suits their needs, thereby creating increased competition.

For example, when selling a typical farm, we may recommend the creation of several rural residential building sites along with the existing home site and the remainder of the tillable acreage as the remaining tracts. The Multi-Parcel Method of Auction Marketing allows those prospective buyers desiring vacant lots to compete against developers, against those desiring the existing home site, and against farmers or investors who may desire to buy multiple parcels. We will offer individual tracts first and then in any combinations. At the conclusion of the bidding process, and after giving ample warning, we will declare all properties “SOLD” at the same time.

This method of offering the properties at the same time via the Multi-Parcel Method gives prospective purchasers every opportunity to bid on any individual tract or combinations of tracts within the property.

Auction Software

We will utilize software that allows us to keep track of all individual bids and combination bids. The software maintains a registry of bids and gives us a readout of the lead bids at any time. It will also allow queries so that the Auction Bid Assistants who are working with the bidders can know what bids are necessary in order to get their bidder(s) back into the lead.

ROUND ONE

We will offer individual parcels at the start of the bidding as follows:

Tract 1
Tract 2
Tract 3
Tract 4

At the conclusion of the initial offering of each individual tract, we will “hold” the final bid and will record that bid along with the high bidder’s Bidder Number.

ROUND TWO

Following the initial round of bidding, we will accept bids on any combinations of tracts (e.g. Tracts 2 and 3; Tracts 1 and 4; Tracts 1, 2, 3, and 4; etc.) and we will accept further bids on any individual tract. The Auction Bid Assistants will present all bids through the Auctioneer at the microphone. All bids will remain “live” until the Auctioneer declares the Tracts “SOLD”. Throughout Round Two of the auction, we will keep the bidders and audience apprised of the status of all bids with a Bid Board maintained by our recording clerk. With the assistance of our computer clerk using the Multi-Par© recording software, we will keep all participants updated with current information including all active bids and leading bids.

CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION

The auction will conclude when we receive no further bids on individual tracts and combinations of tracts. The auctioneer may, at his discretion, set a time limit (typically three to five minutes or less) for additional bids. We will give all parties ample time to bid or to ask further questions prior to our declaring the property “SOLD”. The final Bid Board may resemble the table below.

What timing factors should I consider when selling my Real Estate at auction?

Auction Timing: The timing of your auction is an essential and strategic part of the planning process. While we are available to conduct auctions six days every week, we often suggest a weekday or evening as your best scheduling option. The time of year during which we schedule the auction will also be a key decision. When selling agricultural real estate, we may need to address such issues as pro-ration of rental and government payment monies, crop rights, and other time-sensitive issues.
Market Assessment: Assess the current market conditions to determine the most favorable time for your auction. Consider factors such as seasonal variations and demand that may impact buyer interest and attendance.
Preparation Time: Regardless of the date we agree to conduct your Real Estate auction, your SHERIDANS agent will optimally need a minimum of four to six weeks from the signing of a sales contract until the date of the auction. If additional work such as survey work, zoning, or other approvals are required, we will need to allow extra time to schedule your auction.
Closing Timeline: We can typically establish a closing date within 30 to 60 days from the date of your auction.

By addressing these timing factors and working closely with your SHERIDANS licensed agent and auctioneer, you can optimize the success of your real estate auction and achieve the best possible outcome.

Personal Property Auctions

Why is having a Personal Property auction conducted by SHERIDANS a better option than handling the disposal of my assets myself?

The most important key to maximizing the value of your assets is to attract the buyers who are willing to pay top dollar for your items. With our proven experience in the Auction industry, SHERIDANS has a proven base of customers who follow and attend our Personal Property auctions. Using this established customer base, a SHERIDANS auction will maximize the value of your assets.

When individuals use a garage sale or similar means to sell assets, they are most often left with lesser-valued items that do not sell. Disposal of these items can be a tedious job and may entail throwing away items that if sold at auction, would have generated a significant sum. In a SHERIDANS auction, all items are sold, and there are typically few items left to be disposed after the auction.

SHERIDANS is a full-service auction company. We are able to provide a turnkey service for the disposition of your assets. We have the experience and the ability to handle every aspect of your auction from the listing to the marketing to the setup to the cleanup. You can be involved as much or as little as you wish!

What is SHERIDANS’ expertise and knowledge base in selling antiques and collectibles?

Our auction staff has over 50 years of combined experience selling and valuing all types of antiques and collectible items including from cars, furniture, glassware, memorabilia, primitives, coins, advertisements, and many other items.

In the heyday of the auction business, SHERIDANS regularly conducted two to four personal property and estate auctions per week.
In 2015, SHERIDANS built our new state-of-the-art office and Cedar Land Event Center, where most auctions are currently conducted.  While we still conduct onsite auctions at our clients’ homes and businesses, this new facility has allowed our business to be more focused on conducting larger and more specialized multi-consignor auctions to attract larger crowds that result in maximized prices for our clients. No other auction company in the region can offer the facility options we provide.
For estates and clients who need to expediently remove items from their homes or businesses, we offer over 12,000 square feet of warehouse space to store your items until they can be sold.
SHERIDANS offers hauling and packing services for your goods that can be transported to our warehouse facility to store until your items can be sold.

For rare and unusual collectibles, our auction staff has access to antique and collectible databases to properly value and advise you on the sale of your valuable assets.

What timing and date issues should I consider when selling my Personal Property at auction?

The timing of your auction is an essential and strategic part of the planning process. While we are available to conduct auctions six days every week, we often suggest a weekday or evening as your best scheduling option.

The time of year during which we schedule the auction will also be a key decision. The auction calendar for certain types of items may be cyclical, so we will be happy to advise you of your best date options.

Regardless of the date we agree to conduct your Real Estate auction, we will optimally need a minimum of four to six weeks from the time of the signing of a sales contract until the date of the auction.

When selling my Personal Property, does the auction have to be conducted on location?

Many of our best auctions are conducted in a climate-controlled facility where we can properly display all items, create a comfortable atmosphere for our customers, and not worry about parking, weather, and other uncontrollable factors.

When necessary, SHERIDANS can facilitate the transportation of your Personal Property to an alternate location where the items will be safeguarded and nicely displayed.

But, we still believe in the traditional on-site auction when the circumstances allow. Auctions held on-site at the Seller’s home or place of operation continue to attract large crowds and help us keep hauling and labor costs to a minimum.

When selling my Personal Property at auction, how is my money handled?

SHERIDANS offers two options for the handling of your funds at auction. Whatever your decision, SHERIDANS will assist and guide you during the entire process.

To simplify the process of handling auction proceeds, you can elect to have all auction proceeds made payable to a government-regulated, non-interest bearing escrow account held at our office. SHERIDANS will collect and deposit all auction proceeds and will deliver one check for the net proceeds to you.

Selecting this option eliminates the following:

Risk of handling auction proceeds and substantial amount of cash
Time required by you to endorse all checks
Timely deposit the proceeds at the bank
Write SHERIDANS a check for the related auction expenses and commission.

Some clients prefer to have the auction proceeds made payable to themselves or a second party. By choosing this option, all checks at the auction would be made payable as you specify, and all cash and checks would be turned over to you immediately following the auction.

What is SHERIDANS’ expertise and knowledge base in selling antiques and collectibles?

Our auction staff has over 50 years of combined experience selling and valuing all types of antiques and collectible items including from cars, furniture, glassware, memorabilia, primitives, coins, advertisements, and many other items.

In the heyday of the auction business, SHERIDANS regularly conducted two to four personal property and estate auctions per week.
In 2015, SHERIDANS built our new state-of-the-art office and Cedar Land Event Center, where most auctions are currently conducted.  While we still conduct onsite auctions at our clients’ homes and businesses, this new facility has allowed our business to be more focused on conducting larger and more specialized multi-consignor auctions to attract larger crowds that result in maximized prices for our clients.  No other auction company in the region can offer the facility options we provide.
For estates and clients who need to expediently remove items from their homes or businesses, we offer over 12,000 square feet of warehouse space to store your items until they can be sold.
SHERIDANS offers hauling and packing services for your goods that can be transported to our warehouse facility to store until your items can be sold.
For rare and unusual collectibles, our auction staff has access to antique and collectible databases to properly value and advise you on the sale of your valuable assets.

What is SHERIDANS’ expertise and knowledge base in selling farm machinery and heavy equipment?

Farm machinery and equipment auctions were one of the original focuses and highlights of our business when the company was formed by Keith and June Sheridan in 1974, and we continue this specialty today.

Whether selling or appraising farm equipment for our clients, SHERIDANS has the knowledge and access to equipment and sales databases to properly value and advise you on all your farm machinery and heavy equipment.
Since 2012, SHERIDANS has conducted the Annual Greene County Alumni Association FFA consignment auction. This auction, typically conducted live and online in March, includes consigned large and small farm, lawn and garden, and related equipment from throughout Ohio and surrounding states, and all commissions earned by SHERIDANS from the auction is donated to the local FFA Alumni Association.

What is SHERIDANS’ expertise in the liquidation of commercial equipment?

Whether you are liquidating a large or small business, SHERIDANS has the staff and expertise to assist you and maximize your value.  Most of our commercial liquidation auctions are conducted via a Timed Online or Simulcast Live and Online auction format.

Our experience includes liquidations of restaurants, machine & tool shops, school facilities, business offices, and many other commercial and heavy equipment businesses.
Using our online bidding option, we will catalogue all items with descriptions, catalogued ID numbers and individualized photos per item for easy searching and access by prospective bidders.
Online bidders have the ability to enter max-bids per item prior to or during the auction or bid live during the auction.
Our auction staff will arrange the equipment and items prior to the sale to maximize flow and visibility of the items during the auction and will conduct public viewings prior to the auction date to allow prospective buyers to view the items beforehand.
Our staff will be available to manage the loadout of equipment after the auction to ensure that items are being removed only by the actual buyers.

Appraisal Services (Real Estate and Personal Property of all types):

What types of Appraisal services does SHERIDANS offer?

Over the last 50+ years, SHERIDANS has specialized in the sale of residential, agricultural and commercial Real Estate and farm equipment, antiques, collectibles, and many other types of personal property. We have the proven experience and knowledge to provide appraisal services for a wide variety of needs.

Appraisal services offered by SHERIDANS include the valuations of both Real Estate and Personal Property.

In addition to our wide geographic coverage, SHERIDANS has served a wide array of clients including Bankruptcy Courts, Municipalities, Court Receiverships, Estates, Attorneys, Farm Managers, Charitable Organizations, Universities, Auctioneers, Realtors®, Accountants, Churches, Commercial Banks, Public Schools, and more.

What expertise does SHERIDANS have in valuing farmland and rural acreage?

With over 50 years of experience, SHERIDANS specializes in valuing and selling farmland, leveraging expertise in both auction and traditional real estate methods to provide accurate market valuations and maximize value for clients.

For over 20 years, the Dayton Area Board of Realtors and Wrist MLS have

What are the factors considered when valuing farmland and rural acreage?

SHERIDANS has over 50 years of experience valuing and selling farmland throughout Ohio.  While no two farms are alike, our staff has the experience and expertise to evaluate your specific property and provide you with a market valuation of your land considering all aspects of the property.

The main criteria considered when valuing agricultural property includes the location, percentage of tillable versus non-tillable land, soil types and soil productivity, drainage capacity, and access to drainage outlets.
Other factors considered in the valuation of farmland include local zoning; available road frontage; the existence, location, and quality of improvements located on the property; field size and shape; property accessibility; potential for flooding or location within a flood plain; neighboring property characteristics and risk of crop damage; history of use; and other related factors.

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