Business Details
Trusted Estate Sales & Antique Liquidation Services
Marc's Unique Antiques has built a reputation for handling estate sales with honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Our team specializes in transforming homes into organized, market-ready spaces while ensuring every item receives proper evaluation and presentation. With decades of combined experience, we provide comprehensive services including consultation, staging, security, and clean-outs, prioritizing client trust and satisfaction. Our extensive marketing network and dedicated staff ensure maximum exposure for every sale.We maintain a commitment to compassionate service during life's transitions, treating each client's belongings with the respect they deserve. Our proven track record demonstrates our ability to convert household contents into valuable returns for clients across Long Island. By combining personalized attention with professional expertise, we've become a trusted partner for estate liquidation needs.
Services
Estate Sales
Antique Appraisal
Home Staging
Clean-Out Services
Security Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of antique appraisal expertise
- Our team includes a retired NYPD officer for enhanced security
- Dedicated staff handles every room with specialized responsibilities
- We provide free in-home consultations and evaluations
- Extensive marketing network ensures maximum sale exposure
What people say
Professional and polite team
Huge success
Excellent communication
Stress-free process
Great connections
Services
Estate Sales
Our estate sale services transform homes into organized marketplaces, maximizing returns through strategic pricing and presentation. We handle complete liquidation from consultation to final clean-out, ensuring respectful treatment of all belongings. Our proven process includes professional staging, security management, and extensive marketing to attract serious buyers.
Antique Appraisal
Expert appraisal services identify valuable antiques and collectibles within estates. Our specialists recognize hidden treasures in furniture, jewelry, and memorabilia, providing accurate market valuations. This service helps clients understand their holdings' worth before sale or liquidation decisions.
Home Staging
Professional staging services enhance property appeal by organizing contents into showroom-like displays. We use retail techniques to highlight valuable items while maintaining home security through controlled access areas. This service increases buyer interest and potential sale prices.
Clean-Out Services
Comprehensive clean-out services remove unsold items and prepare properties for transition. Our team handles debris removal, space sanitization, and final property handover. This service ensures complete estate clearance with responsible disposal or donation options.
Security Services
Enhanced security measures protect properties during sales events. Our team includes a retired NYPD officer for crowd control and safety management. We implement controlled access systems and liability precautions to ensure secure, orderly sales environments.
People
Marc Schafler
Owner
BA in history and art history from Queens College (1977). Recognized as 'The First American Picker' for pioneering estate sale approaches. Over 40 years of antique appraisal experience, specializing in sports memorabilia and mid-century modern furniture.
Ellen Schafler
Team Member
Integral part of the operations team with extensive experience in estate organization and client relations. Works closely with families during estate transitions, providing compassionate support throughout the liquidation process.
Brian Merlis
Team Member
Experienced estate sale professional with expertise in item evaluation and marketing strategies. Assists in maximizing client returns through targeted advertising and collector network connections.
Steve Monte
Team Member
Key staff member handling logistics and on-site operations. Provides technical expertise in property staging and security management during estate sale events.
Questions
Who can benefit from your estate sale services?
We serve executors, families downsizing, and individuals relocating who need to liquidate household contents.
What types of items do you sell?
We handle antiques, furniture, collectibles, appliances, and even everyday items like clothing and linens.
How do you determine pricing for items?
Our experienced team evaluates each item's market value based on current demand and comparable sales.
What security measures do you implement?
We employ a retired NYPD officer and maintain liability insurance for all sales events.
Do you offer post-sale clean-out services?
Yes, we provide broom-sweep clean-outs to prepare properties for next occupants.
How do you market estate sales?
We use targeted online advertising, local signage, and our established collector network for maximum exposure.
