With limited options, we wanted to step up to the plate. That’s what we’re most proud of!”īell continued by adding, “during the government shutdown of our business in 2020, friends of White Lion contacted us for recommendations on how to handle their family’s estate. “These three certifications are an important step in pivoting our business model while keeping local individuals employed.

To survive and thrive means to think outside the box when it comes to product and service offerings,” explains Bell. “We’re all aware of the hardships faced by retail establishments due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Determining an unbiased and justified opinion on value is an important step for families and individuals to part ways with personal property, some of which may have a sentimental value as well.

These abilities include bid calling, cashiering, online auctions, ethics, and more.Īs a certified personal property appraiser, Bell possesses the unique skill to accurately value tangible personal items. The auctioneering certifications acknowledge professionals who have successfully demonstrated their abilities to run an auction from start to finish. This comes after Michelle Bell, owner and operator, achieved certifications in general auctioneering, personal property appraising, and charity auctioneering from the Continental Auctioneers School. Cedar Rapids-based White Lion Treasures is proud to announce the addition of three new service offerings.

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