Choosing The Right Auction House with Caroline Baker Smith from Freeman's

In this episode of the Family Office Success podcast, Christi Van Rite hosts Caroline Baker Smith, Vice President and Senior Director at Freeman's Auction House. They discuss how families can choose the right auction house, demystify the auction process, and the specific niche Freeman's fills in the auction market. Caroline shares her extensive background in the auction world, Freeman's history, and their broad range of specialties including fine art, jewelry, furniture, decorative arts, and even niche categories like sports memorabilia and vintage firearms. The conversation covers the importance of appraisals, maintaining records, and how auction houses often collaborate to serve clients' diverse collections. This episode offers invaluable insights for anyone interested in navigating the complex world of auctions.