Antique Business

I wrote this in the late 1990's when I was at the height of my antiques entrepreneurial career. With the exception of auctioneering, I successfully operated in all of the related sub-fields within the antiques world, including: collector, researcher, picker, shopkeeper, antiques mall owner-operator, circuit rider antiques show dealer (local, regional, national), refinisher, hauler, appraiser, author, PBS TV presenter (Maryland), and a whole lot of stuff I can't remember any longer because now I'm 70 years old. This is what I can remember. It should give you a good head start in the antiques...

“Freya and Aunt Carole, everyone’s favorite antique-hunting, mystery-solving duo, return in a sequel that somehow manages to be even more captivating than their first adventure” (Tom Ryan, USA TODAY bestselling author) as they are on the hunt for a dangerous criminal aboard a cruise ship...

Kay acquired a beautiful antique sideboard at an estate auction, but a ghost has unfortunately conveyed with the furniture. Her stately Victorian isn't big enough for this additional spirit, but Kay isn't sure who is haunting the sideboard or why. And finding out the identity and motivations of the ghost might not be enough to convince the spirit to move on. 

Welcome to Lavender Hollow… your next small town romance obsession! Grace fled London with a broken engagement and a wedding dress she still hasn't paid for. Max returned home with secrets of his own, and a painful past he’d much rather leave behind. But neither expected to find magic hiding...

An uplifting, magical story about a once-celebrated antique appraiser who gets caught in the thrall of a strange, powerful necklace—one that has the power to transform her life, and the fortunes of those around her. Grace Schaffer is adrift. Raised by an eminent but emotionally withdrawn...

"A hugely entertaining achievement." –Esquire “An engaging survey through a period of intellectual history that reveals as much about people who wear watches as the objects on their wrists." – Wall Street Journal "As impeccably crafted and precisely engineered as any of the watches on...

An unbelievable table of greed, looted treasures and stolen history in the world's biggest art heist. In the shattered aftermath of Cambodia’s civil war, temples that had stood for centuries were found ransacked - sacred sculptures hacked from pedestals, towering statues of Hindu gods and...

“Barbie and her creator, the sharp-elbowed gal who built the biggest toy company, have a story to tell.” —Time Barbie and Ruth is the remarkable true story of the world’s most famous toy and the woman who created her. It is a fascinating account of how one visionary woman and her product...

Unlock the secrets to turning forgotten flea market treasures into a thriving online business! Flea Market Flipper: Turn Thrift Finds Into Antique Listings is your comprehensive guide to mastering the art of reselling antiques and vintage goods for profit. Whether you’re seeking a flexible side hustle or aiming for full-time entrepreneurial freedom, this book provides the actionable strategies and insider knowledge you need to succeed. Inside, you’ll discover: How to identify hidden gems and undervalued items at flea markets, thrift stores, and estate sales. Proven techniques for ...

Starting a tiny collection of coins can be challenging if you're new to the hobby. It can be perplexing, especially if you don't yet know what you're looking for, because there are an infinite number of coin types, innumerable minute characteristics that affect coin prices, pricey mint variants, errors, and tough to discover counterfeits. However, things don't have to be that way.

Family…however close or distantly connected…is still family. And no one knows that better than the many members of the McAdams family. Few understand the vast and very real and unique implications that come with a large extended family as Drew McAdams does…and especially now. His brothers and sisters are also beginning to understand just how complicated it can be now that the four of them are responsible for the equally vast and extensive McAdams Trust. The headaches have only just begun. Life as they knew it will never be the same. Drew McAdams strongly suspects that if another call ...

Ever dreamt of turning your love for antiques into a profitable side hustle - or even a full-fledged business - but felt overwhelmed by where to start? You’re not alone. Antique malls, flea markets, and online collectibles can seem like a treasure hunt without a map - but what if you had a guide that showed you exactly where to go, what to buy, and how to sell it for real profit? That’s exactly what How to Start an Antique Booth With AI Help: From Idea to Profitable Business offers. This isn’t just another “DIY selling tips” book. It’s a step-by-step roadmap that combines ...

Skyscrapers are an American original. More than 100 years ago, towering marvels like New York's Flatiron Building thrilled the public and transformed cities across the country. Now take a tour of the best of these elegant landmarks still standing today in 31 U.S. and 5 international cities. Packed with colorful tales of the powerful executives and self-made millionaires who commissioned the country's first skyscrapers, MultiStories also traces the emergence of modern corporations in banking, media, transportation, insurance, manufacturing, entertainment, and other industries that fed the ...

La fatigue mentale qui vous accable en fin de journée ne provient pas toujours de la charge de travail. Elle naît souvent d'une dissonance profonde entre vos efforts et vos résultats réels. Vous courez. Vous éteignez des incendies. Vous répondez à l'urgence. Pourtant, lorsque le silence retombe, une question persistante demeure et vous hante : avez-vous réellement avancé ou avez-vous simplement tourné en rond ? Cette sensation de dérive, malgré une agitation constante, est le symptôme clinique d'une vie subie plutôt que construite. Le danger réel n'est pas l'échec, mais ...

Do you have a passion for antiques? Are you looking for ways to build a business from your passion of the rare and collectible? Maybe you've always wanted to run an antique booth and only need a bit of motivation to take the jump - or maybe you already have an antique booth and are looking for ways to optimize your business. Well, look no further! My book is a step-by-step guide on how to run an antique booth efficiently.

Unlock the doors to a rewarding and fulfilling career in antiques dealing from the comfort of your home. How to Start a Home-Based Antiques Dealing Business is your ultimate guide to entering the world of antiques, navigating its unique challenges, and creating a profitable venture.

Have you ever been captivated by the enchanting stories wrapped in every antique piece? Is your passion for history and collectibles urging you to start your own antiques dealing business, but you don’t know where to begin? This comprehensive guide is crafted precisely for aspiring antiques dealers looking to turn their love for vintage items into a thriving business. 'Antique Treasures Unlocked’ delves deeply into the unique challenges of launching an antiques dealing business.

A brilliant blend of Shop Class as Soulcraft and The Orchid Thief, Earl Swift’s wise, funny, and captivating Auto Biography follows an outlaw-genius auto mechanic as he painstakingly attempts to restores a classic 1957 Chevy to its former glory—all while the FBI and local law enforcement...

A fresh and contemporary adaptation of a beloved Christmas classic from New York Times bestselling children's book creator Lauren Semmer. Merry Christmas to all and to all a goodnight! On Christmas Eve night, a family has set out cookies and milk for a special visitor while a delightful winter...

Retirement is the perfect time to discover new passions, and restoring vintage furniture is a fulfilling, hands-on hobby that can also put extra money in your pocket. Whether you’re looking to bring life back to forgotten pieces for your own home, sell refinished furniture for profit, or simply enjoy the rewarding process of working with your hands, this guide will help you get started. Learn how to find hidden gems at thrift stores, estate sales, and auctions, and uncover the best techniques for stripping, painting, staining, and restoring furniture to its former glory. No prior ...