Overview
Maxanet maintains a short list of auction industry resources that clients frequently ask about β professional organizations, continuing education, certifications, networking, news, and live-streaming vendors. This article is a quick-reference list of links useful for building your auction business beyond the Maxanet platform itself.
NAA (National Auctioneers Association) β designations and classes
The NAA provides its members with a diverse range of professional designation courses and continuing education classes specifically built to help auction professionals specialize while expanding their professional knowledge. Look at NAA designations and classes for networking and professional development opportunities.
State Auctioneer Associations
Join your state's Auctioneer Association for additional networking, professional development, and often the opportunity to list your auctions on their state site. The NAA maintains a directory of state associations at auctioneers.org.
Industry news: Auctions Work Blog
The Auctions Work Blog covers industry news, tips from industry experts, and practical advice for working auctioneers. Useful for staying current with industry trends.
NAR real estate auction resources
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) offers real estate auction resources and classes including Fundamentals of Real Estate Auctions and the Real Estate Auctions Course. Useful if your auction business includes real estate auctions.
Live streaming service for auctions
For auctioneers running live or simulcast auctions, Auction Streaming is a third-party streaming service commonly used for broadcasting live auction events.
Common questions
Is Maxanet affiliated with any of these organizations?
No. These are independent third-party resources curated as helpful links for Maxanet clients. Always verify current offerings, costs, and suitability for your needs directly with each organization.
Does the NAA membership include Maxanet access?
No. NAA membership and Maxanet subscriptions are separate. Many Maxanet clients are also NAA members, but they're completely independent.
Do you have additional resources I should know about?
Email support@maxanet.com to suggest new resources for this list. Maxanet updates the article periodically with new suggestions from clients.
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