Hi All...I am new!

I inherited a houseful of antiques. My mom died in January and I need to learn what things are worth so I can pay her Medicaid debt. My ancestors were early Oregon settlers. I am overwhelmed! I have dishes, books, art, ephemera...you name it. I hope I can learn here so I can avoid getting taken.

 

It's not so much getting taken...as what is selling...where....and what is not !!

Dishes...better be special....& no one wants a set for 12 anymore...
Books.....1st editions.....otherwise....not so much..
Art......Picasso...or couch painting ?

Learn the site....
pick the right Forum..
Post pics under 1 mb....clear, crisp...all sides...any marks......and tell us what u know about the item, size...where it's at....did u play with it as a kid..????

anything to help us.......help you !!

We'll help the best we can !

Sorry 4 your loss !!!

& Welcome aboard !

 

HI Janet!

Welcome to Antiquers............

Condolences on the loss of your mother.......

We look forward to seeing your items, and when you do post them, Full Image is what to choose rather than thumb nail .

 

Welcome, Janet. You'll find lots of helpful and knowledgable people here.

Debora

 

Hi, Janet!

 

Welcome to the forum, Janet.

 

Greetings, Janet. We'll do our best to help you in this time of need.

 

Welcome to the forums! I assume you have been named executor of her estate, if you haven't you need to need to make sure all of the proper documentation is complete in the courts. If it is likely her debts far exceed the worth of the remaining estate you may just want to walk away and let the chips fall where they may -- I know its hard but her debt isn't the responsibility of you (and possible other heirs) if the estate is insufficient. A quick consultation with a probate attorney may be a good first step if you haven't already.

 

Condolences for your loss; and welcome.