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Neighbors
Hello Neighbor!
HELLO, MY NAME IS… Kate Daigle
I’VE LIVED IN SCOTTSDALE FOR SIX
YEARS, AND I LOVE… how much Scottsdale has to offer! I can walk downtown, bike the canal path, or hike the Camelback trail. I love Thursday night Artwalk, Scottsdazzle, and Canal Convergence. I can take my horse on a trail ride in the desert, all without leaving town!
A TYPICAL DAY IN MY LIFE INCLUDES…
working with stray, sick, and injured animals at the Arizona Humane Society. I am a veterinarian and love the work I do. It is so rewarding to help an animal get well and find a forever home. After work my husband and I like to take a walk on the canal, often we head to Old Town for dinner. On my days off you can find me at the barn with my horse, Prima! I also take care of my elderly neighbor, and I enjoy going out to happy hour with my friends. MY FAMILY IS… my biggest comfort and such a source of pride. I have been married to my college sweetheart, Mike, for 27 years. We love Arizona as a whole, and Scottsdale in particular. We plan to retire here. Our son, Adam, went to flight school and became a commercial pilot. He worked as a flight instructor at the Scottsdale Airport and is on track to graduate from Arizona State University this December with a civil engineering degree. I’m so happy he found a profession that he enjoys.
ONE THING I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT
IS… time with my favorite animal, Prima. She is a lovely horse, and we spend hours on trails around Scottsdale. I enjoy taking her to Flagstaff in the summers, so we can cool off and ride in the pines. She is the best mental health imaginable, and such a joy to be around. We are both learning new skills, and recently had our first win at an eventing competition!
MY FAVORITE MOVIE I COULD NEVER
GET TIRED OF WATCHING IS… Love Actually. I love how the story lines intertwine and converge. It’s happy and sad and joyful and heartbreaking—with a sprinkle of humor and songs. I watch it every Christmas, and anytime Harkins plays it on the big screen.
WHEN I WAS YOUNGER, I WANTED
TO BE… a veterinarian. I have been around animals my entire life and could not imagine my life without animals in it. I’m so fortunate to have had a 21-year career (so far), and I’m still learning and improving my skills.
THE SONG I WOULD SING AT KARAOKE
NIGHT IS… no song. My singing voice is best left to long car rides by myself. However, if I was granted a beautiful voice, I would belt out “Hello” by Adele.
THE ONE PERSON WHO MOTIVATES
ME IS… My dad. He passed away several years ago, but I still remember the encouragement he gave me in my career and life. He counseled me to take leadership roles and push myself professionally. He inspired me to live life to the fullest now—don’t wait until retirement to travel and explore hobbies.
THE LAST THING THAT MADE ME
LAUGH OUT LOUD WAS… A few weeks ago when my husband and I sat through an entire movie and wondered why it was blurry at times. We never asked anybody about it. Turns out it was a 3D movie, and we didn’t have the glasses. We laughed and laughed––oh well!
THE PERFECT DAY FOR ME
INCLUDES… A morning horse ride, spa day at the Phoenician, happy hour and bar hopping with my husband, and walking around Old Town in the evening.
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Cover Story
EJ'S AUCTION & APPRAISAL'S MARKETING DIRECTOR JIMMY GARCIA.
EJ’S AUCTION & APPRAISAL
“EVERYTHING WE TOUCH TURNS TO SOLD!”
By Michelle Talsma Everson Photos by Kimberly Carrillo
While many of us have an idea of how we believe auctions work, we may only be familiar with the concept from portrayals in media— which may or may not be accurate. To change this, Erik Hoyer, CEO of EJ’S Auction & Appraisal, is on a mission to make auctions more mainstream and accessible to the average consumer.
EJ’S Auction & Appraisal is an estate auction company located in Glendale. While it has a brick-and-mortar location in the West Valley, over 40% of the store’s consignments come from Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. Auctions are online—making it accessible to shoppers across the Valley and beyond.
Hoyer explains that he originally worked for construction companies, which exposed him to the world of auctions in the 2007-2008 economic crisis. “Auctions used to have this stereotype about seeming like an ‘underworld economy,’ and because of that, I saw a niche that needed to be filled,” Hoyer says. “My whole idea was to bring auctions to the forefront of the average consumer’s retail experience. Give them [auctions] more of a ‘big box’ type feel—make them clean, welcoming, and not intimidating. I believe that’s what we have done with EJ’S Auction & Appraisal.”
If business growth is any indication that Hoyer was correct about filling a niche, then the proof is in the fact that, in 2013, EJ’s had only three employees—today, it has nearly 30 full-time employees and counting. This includes five full-time appraisers. “Before the pandemic, our in-person auctions were definitely hectic and busy, but now, while customers can see products in-person at our auction house, all auctions are online only,” Hoyer explains. “We are fortunate and grateful to say that we actually grew during the pandemic; I think it was because everyone was home and able to learn more about auctions and participate, too.”
HOW THE AUCTION PROCESS WORKS At EJ’s, the auction process is made to be as simple and approachable as possible.
Their weekly auctions and quarterly catalog sales feature fine collections of art, antiques, jewelry, furniture, firearms, and more. They average 150 auctions a year, with most happening virtually on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m.
EJ’s auctions have three different categories, or “rings” of items during their Saturday morning auctions:
• The choice ring features luxury items and collectibles. • The bid ring features household goods and similar items. • The crate ring features boxes of a variety of items all packaged together.
All the items are listed online before the auctions. Nervous about bidding on items that you haven’t seen in person? No problem, as each week, on Thursdays and Fridays, bidders can see the items at EJ’s warehouse from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. each day.
With his goal of making auctions more mainstream in mind, the EJ’s facility is welcoming, the indoor space includes 29,000 square feet of auction and display space. There is also ample parking and food and beverages available at nearby stores and restaurants.
All online auctions are available to the public and EJ’s website, ejsauction.com, and include easy-to-follow directions on how to join in the live virtual auctions. EJ’s even has an easy-to-navigate app as well.
Once a patron has successfully purchased their item in the online auction, they can then pick their items up on Sundays from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the facility.
“Auction bidding is not something to be afraid of,” according to EJ’s tips for first-time buyers. “You will not buy accidentally by scratching your nose; the auctioneer knows when you are bidding seriously. On the other hand, don’t wait too long if you want an item – get your bid in early so the auctioneer has the bid before the item is sold.”
Hoyer adds that he recommends buyers see the items they want to bid on during a preview day.
For those looking to sell items at auction, that process is as streamlined as possible as well. “EJ’S Auction & Appraisal is a turnkey auction company that can handle all aspects of an estate from appraisals, to move out to the sale and collection of funds,” Hoyer says. “Whether or not you have only a few items, an entire household, or a collection, we can be of assistance.”
Hoyer shares that his staff has hundreds of years of combined experience and expertise selling antiques, collectibles, furniture, automobiles, jewelry, pottery, glassware, coins, electronics, and nearly everything else.
Why should those looking to sell do so with EJ’s? “With registered bidders from all 50 states and over 75 foreign countries, our auction marketing network is ready to generate the results they are looking for,” he explains.
In addition to their weekly auctions, EJ’s will often have specialty auctions of specific collectibles. All these auctions are posted on their website, app and social media. Oftentimes, these special auctions will include a “sneak peek” on EJ’s YouTube channel.
THE BENEFITS OF AUCTIONS AT EJ’S
Hoyer says that there are many benefits to participating in auctions—even if it’s a new way to shop to you. “When you purchase items at auction, you are most often getting them at fair market value,” he explains. “Also, it is exciting, fun and there’s just so much cool stuff! For example, right now we’re liquidating and auctioning off what might be the largest model train collection in the Southwest. These are items you won’t find at traditional big box retailers.”
For sellers, utilizing EJ’s auctions to sell their collections, estates, and more, often results in higher prices than if you tried to sell the items on your own—and EJ’s takes care of everything from the appraisal to the auction and all the steps in between.
In addition to their traditional auctions, EJ’s also offers a “buy it now” section on their website for specific collectibles. And, for those who haven’t been to the facility, Hoyer shares that is it decorated with some amazing items from various unique collections.
“Auctions don’t have to be intimidating— they can be exciting and fun,” Hoyer says. “At EJ’s, we treat everyone equally and believe in over-delivering quality customer service and results.”
EJ’S Auction & Appraisal is located at 5880 W. Bell Road, Ste. B, in Glendale. To learn more, visit EJsAuction.com or call 623-878-2003.
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