When my brother passed, the responsibility of dealing with his estate fell to me, and I truly…read moredidn't know where to start. It was overwhelming, to say the least. Then Lisa came along, and I can honestly say she was an answer to my prayers. She was kind, calm, and so easy to talk to, it felt like talking to someone who genuinely cared, not just someone there to do a job. Lisa helped us sort through everything with such care and clarity. She's incredibly organized and really knows her stuff, antiques, collectibles, you name it, she had the information. She explained what items were worth, helped us decide what should stay in the family, and gave us honest, practical advice for the rest. What I appreciated most was how she found ways to save us money and avoid unnecessary stress. She even helped us come up with a plan to sell the remaining items, which feels much more manageable for our family. She never pushed or rushed us, just steady, respectful, and knowledgeable. I don't know how we would've gotten through it without her. If you're dealing with an estate or feeling lost in the process, Lisa is skilled, trustworthy, and has a very big heart. I felt supported the entire way and we are forever grateful for her services. I wholeheartedly recommend Lisa. Margaret N.

I found Lisa of Lisa Rae Appraisals to be Trustworthy, Conscientious, Involved, Decisive,…read moreKnowledgeable, Resourceful, Caring, Kind, Open and Honest, a Networker, a Mover and a Shaker when needed! She is an Estate Services Specialist and Guide, an Estate Liquidator, and Personal Property Appraiser. I tasked Lisa with a 30-day window to accomplish an overwhelming estate clear out which involved getting a garage, yard, shed and packed 2-story house emptied before snowfall so that we could list the house for sale. Not only did she do it, she completed it on her own. She made extraordinary use of her network of resources to deal with transporting items for auction and donation. This powerhouse woman is not an organizer or a declutter specialist but she does apply those skills at the same time as she gets the job done. She is efficient and she is effective. I have never known anyone to accomplish this much in the way she did and in the time she did. I've referred to Lisa as a machine because the pace she worked, the way she worked, the decisions she made, the diligence she applied, the zigging and zagging she accommodated when faced with scheduling or priority changes was nothing short of phenomenal. Not once did she complain. Not once did she quit. Not once did she fail in her promises. Lisa is a unique mix of passion, personal experience, practical knowledge, previous on-the-job training, standards of operating and ethics. She is compassionate, considerate, conscientious of both your loved ones' stories and legacies, and she balances that with the family members' values and beliefs. Lisa is also conscious of environmental effects to avoid landfill wherever possible. She is socially conscious in helping others in society who need a hand. She is resourceful. She is well-networked which is a talent all its own. I have zero hesitation introducing or referring Lisa of Lisa Rae Appraisals to anyone. Save yourself the time, effort and cost doing it yourself. Bring her in at the beginning. Lisa can provide you with guidance and direction for the who, what, where, when and how BEFORE you start eliminating anything other than obvious trash. You do better when you know better and if I could do it over again, I would have brought Lisa's expertise in from the start. Lisa knows the tools, the techniques, the players in the estate services and liquidation services industry. She understands the behind the scenes, the reputations of the various companies and people and the systems. She works for you; not for any single alliance. She knows which connection or contact is best for your situation based on your needs. She understands what sells and what won't. She knows how to combine items to make them easier to sell. Lisa is a rare find because of her background, her history and her training. You will be hard pressed to find anyone with her mix of skills. She doesn't just 'know'; she 'does'. Working with Lisa allowed us to manage the estate with care, compassion, awareness, respect and kindness while we grieve. We did more than anyone could, should, expect of us and what we expected of ourselves but Lisa brought it all to conclusion and allowed us to finally process our grief 9 months after our loss. We met Lisa in late stages of clearing the estate after experiencing a family death and an additional family member's aging considerations but if you are ready to make progress before your end of life, contact her now. Meet with Lisa of Lisa Rae Appraisals at the beginning of your journey. Even if you never hire her ongoing services, Lisa will give you insight on how the process can be resolved from the outset. You may find (as our family did) that she was the right answer all along. Brenda C

I am a frequent buyer of online auction items. I recently have discovered Sunrise Estate Services &…read moretheir online auctions ! I have been a successful bidder multiple times & have been very excited & happy with my purchases ! Everything I have purchased has been exactly as described, the bidding process is extremely easy , and I love that I just have to book an appointment to pick up my items & they are there waiting for me on arrival ! Becky is such a pleasure to deal with & I really appreciate her preparedness when I arrive to pick my items up at my appointment time ! I would very much recommend buying from this site. I will continue to do so my self! ALWAYS A GREAT EXPERIENCE!! Looking forward to more auctions !!

From the owner: Our business specializes in estate sales and downsizing services. We are Certified Personal…read moreProperty Appraisers, members of the National Association of Seniors Move Managers, the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce and have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

Karen is very friendly and knowledgeable. She takes the hectic and nerve wracking chore of a move…read moreand brings order and peace. She was a great help in being on call for my elderly fathers move from one level of care to another. She took the time to connect with him and tried to make him feel comfortable. It was always apart of her service to make sure he was feeling fine. Thank you Karen and your team for the compassion and professionalism.

Thank you so much Karen and your great team for assisting my move from an old house we'd lived in…read morefor 45 years. The downsizing was formidable as I had accumulated way too many things. As I was going into a condo, I had to get most of my large antiques gone and she got me though the pain of seeing them go out the door with all her warmth and compassion. At the other end of the actual move, in which nothing was broken or missing, they unpacked right down to setting up my bed. It was a very traumatic time in that my husband passed away in the middle of all the chaos, but Karen was there to help me with whatever I needed. I really don't know what I would have done without their able and willing assistance. I highly recommend this company for your move coordination - they do everything, and do it in such an exemplary manner! Joan Swain Edmonton, AB.

Experienced and courteous staff, fair pricing for treasures (bought or sold) and a ridiculously fun…read moreplace to shop! Also skilled at repair of jewelry.

I received the highest price for a gold coin and ring at the West Ed Mall location. I had lower…read moreoffers from other gold buyers before I went to Beck's. I brought along some jewellery that Beck's correctly identified and I ended up selling the entire lot for a price I was happy with, including some costume jewellery that I thought was worthless but I got something for it. I'll definitely go back.

Very honest people to deal with ..Gary will provide any Information he knows about the vehicle that…read morehe sells by auction ...with that being said its up to you to be satisfied with the condition of anything you buy ...love his moto I would rather lose a sale then lose a friend

Simply the best auction in the city period. Honest owner and staff that go out of their way to…read moremention any issues with whatever they are selling. As an avid auction goer this in itself is huge, as I have on numerous occasions bought something from another auction, only to take it home and find it broken or useless. this compiled with the fact that Gary the owner has an infectious sense of humor, and treats patrons of his auction like they are part of his family. I would without equivocation suggest anyone to try this auction, you will not be disappointed.

Buyer Beware! No returns, even if their description is incorrect! Just bought a 'set' of UD…read morehockey cards and it's only a partial base set. If you're unsure if the description, do not purchase! I jut lost a fair chunk if change!

I wish I could give them a 0 star but not an option…read more In no specific order their (helper) Earnest is not only rude, but also has an obvious low intellect, and lacks the ability to converse with customers in a manner that would be deemed appropriate or even normal. For him it's an obvious low self esteem issue, but the owner/s should have recognized by now that he is not at all equipped to deal with the public. This is not only my opinion but is shared by numerous others. Items you consign will go missing on occasion, nobody can tell you where they've gone, and you'll hear the familiar phrase.."Don't worry your missing items will show up somewhere on another sale" ..Well they don't. On one memorable occasion I took the liberty of innocently grabbing a single Timbit from the counter, and when it was halfway in my mouth, good ole Earnest screamed. "Dude what are you doing?" I exclaimed "having a donut am I not allowed one?" to which Earnest felt it necessary to school me on the fact that these donuts were for staff and staff only and how dare I. It should be worth noting that I have on at least 7-10 occasions over the years brought not only an assortment of donuts, but also sprang for full jugs of Timmy's coffee along as well. When I mentioned this to Earnest he retorted. "I know you have but rules are rules." When I walked away in shock and disgust, he insisted on following up the conversation outside as he claimed I "had to learn" When I refused to listen unless he apologize to me, he exclaimed, "When you see me from now on don't even look in my direction." All I can say is wow..you simply can't make up something like this. I was once one of Kastner's top buyers, ( not by my admission but theirs ) Shortly after this total debacle I had a major break in at my property, which precluded me from coming in to deal with a few items I had purchased from the previous sale. Due at least in part to this, the manager Steve decided to revoke my bidding and purchasing privileges..After all these years and many many thousands of dollars spent at their establishment this is what I got in return. However, the very good part is , no more hassles, no more missing items, and best of all no more Earnest. Good riddance Kastner's, I'm sure others have and will continue to be aware of just how shoddily run and low class you have become.

Now I can say I've been to a true live auction! Went to check out this month's police bike auction…read moretoday at Fenske Auctions (located right by Coliseum or Rexall Place). Wow, were there a lot of people ... I think it was because it's spring and bike season is upon us, so people are trying to get an affordable bike where they can. I'd say there were about 100 people there, maybe even more! The bike auctions occur here on the first Saturday of every month after spring begins. The bikes are mostly previously stolen ones that haven't been reclaimed and so the police get rid of them via the auctions. Viewing is from 8:00 am to 10:00 am on auction day. The auction goes from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm or until everything is done. The bikes are lined up in rows and are brought up to the bidding table once the auction starts. The auction takes place outside (it pretty much looks like a junk yard) and everyone stands around the bidding table in a semicircle, raising their hands for bids. It's pretty cool to see the auctioneer do his thing -- it's a real talent, those guys talk so fast you can barely understand a word they're saying! My fiance's old roommate said he got his bike here for $5, but I guess times have changed. The bikes we saw today were going from anywhere between $50 - $300. Still, depending on the bike's condition, that's a pretty good deal for a bike these days. Most of the bikes looked like they needed a good tune-up or some new parts, but there were a few that looked very brand new going for less than $200, which is a major steal. If you go, go early for parking and viewing. Then snag a spot in the front of the bidding area, so you're not stuck behind all the tall people when the bidding starts. And bring cash, because it's a cash only auction. Happy Bidding!