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Most Popular Categories of Auction Items in 2025
October 1, 2025
Categories: Auctions, Auto and Shop Equipment, Construction and Industrial, Food service equipment
Whether you're a seasoned bidder or a first-time seller, knowing what sells best at auctions can make all the difference. At Backes Auctioneers, we’ve seen clear trends emerge in 2025 that reveal which categories consistently attract competitive bidding and top-dollar returns. From industrial equipment to curated experiences, here’s a look at the most popular auction items this year — and why they’re in such high demand. 1. Auto Shop Equipment Auto body and repair
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Maximizing the Lifespan: Maintenance Tips for Restaurant Equipment Bought at Auction
November 22, 2023
Categories: Food service equipment
Welcome back to the second part of our restaurant auction series! In the first blog, we explored the benefits of purchasing restaurant equipment at auctions and provided a comprehensive checklist for aspiring restaurateurs. Now that you've acquired your essential tools through smart bidding, it's time to ensure they have a long and productive lifespan. In this blog, we'll share valuable maintenance tips that will help you keep your auction-acquired equipment in top-notch condition, saving
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Restaurant Equipment Checklist: Buying Smart at Auctions
November 8, 2023
Categories: Auctions, Food service equipment
Opening a new restaurant is an exciting venture, but it can also be a costly one. Restaurant equipment can account for a significant portion of your startup expenses. If you're seeking ways to trim those costs without compromising on quality, look no further: the solution lies in buying smart at auctions. In this blog, we provide you with a comprehensive checklist of essential equipment for aspiring restaurateurs and we will explain why buying at auctions can be a wise choice over purchasing
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Benefits to Buying Restaurant Equipment at Auction
June 14, 2017
Categories: Auctions, Food service equipment
If you’re looking to start a restaurant business or maybe it’s time to upgrade some of your cooking implements, a restaurant auction is a great place to start. With opening any business a lot of thought and planning goes into it, let the thought of purchasing big ticket items no longer be a worry. Buying used comes with several benefits you should consider before making any purchases. Selection: About 59% of restaurants close after the first three years of business. This



