Put Our Experience to Work for You

Downsizing or managing the estate of a loved one can be overwhelming, especially when you’re tasked with organizing valuable assets for an estate sale or distribution. Whether you’re a family member handling these sensitive transitions or an estate attorney navigating the complexities of estate planning, equitable distribution, or property apportioning, finding the right resources is essential. Weschler’s Auctions is here to help.

As your trusted partner for local estate sales in the DC Metro area, Weschler’s brings decades of experience assisting families and professionals through the challenging process of downsizing and estate management. We understand the emotional and logistical difficulties that come with these transitions and provide expert guidance every step of the way.

Weschler’s offers comprehensive appraisal and valuation services for fine art, furniture, decorative arts, jewelry, Asian works, and other valuables. Our experienced appraisers and specialists ensure that every item in our Metro Online estate sale is accurately assessed and evaluated. We can provide both written appraisals and verbal auction valuations upon request, adhering to the highest standards set by the American Society of Appraisers (ASA), International Society of Appraisers (ISA), and the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Whether you’re downsizing your home or managing an estate, you can trust that our appraisals are professional, ethical, and fully compliant.

We recognize that every estate is unique, and our services are tailored to meet the specific needs of downsizing or selling estate property. Weschler’s weekly Metro Online auctions are the equivalent of an estate sale, without the headache. With our expert valuations, you’ll have the peace of mind that all assets are being handled fairly and efficiently, ensuring an equitable distribution or successful sale. Our weekly Metro Auctions have the reach of the entire internet through Invaluable and Auctionzip, our auction platforms. Avoid the headache and hassle of Facebook Marketplace but still optimize the reach of the internet with our weekly Metro Online Auctions and our upper-tier Capital Collections Auctions. Let our appraisers advise you about what items do best at auction and what to donate or offer to family and friends.

Why Choose Weschler’s for Your Estate Sale?

  • Expertise in Downsizing and Estate Sales: With decades of experience, we are well-versed in handling the challenges of downsizing and estate liquidation.
    Professional and Ethical Appraisals: Our staff are qualified professionals who follow ASA, ISA, and USPAP standards, ensuring accurate and reliable written appraisals, should they be required.
  • Personalized Service: Each situation is unique, so our services are customized to fit the scope of your particular objectives and goals, whether you’re downsizing or managing an estate sale.
  • Transparency: Our written appraisal fees are based on the time involved and the scope of the appraisal, so there are no surprises.

When you’re navigating the complexities of downsizing or preparing for the sale of a local estate, Weschler’s Auctions is here to offer the expertise, care, and professionalism needed to ensure a smooth process. Let our experience work for you.

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Expert Appraisers

William P. Weschler, Jr.

Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA)

American Society of Appraisers

Mark P. Weschler

Accredited Member

International Society of Appraisers

Weschler's is always accepting quality consignments!

Our team of experienced appraisers and specialists is here to guide you through every step of the valuation and consignment process. Whether you’re settling an estate or simply looking to sell, we provide thoughtful, expert guidance to help you determine the best outlet for your collection.

While we don’t conduct traditional in-home estate sales, we specialize in selling estate items through our professionally managed auctions—reaching a broader audience and often achieving stronger results than on-site sales. We also offer written appraisals for estate and probate purposes, as well as verbal auction estimates based on current market trends.

Let our knowledgeable team help make the process seamless. Contact us today to get started and put our expertise to work for you.