MSAA Member Benefits

• Health Insurance: The MSAA has set up this great new program with Priority Health care providers for Association Members. This program is available for groups from 1 to 100. Currently, it is available for members in Western Michigan. We are working on plans for more health insurance options. For further information on Priority Health and to see if you are in the coverage area, you may contact Patty or Scott Twietmeyer at Twietmeyer & Associates LLC, 616.957.5950, 616.957.5982 fax or patty@twietmeyerllc.com.

• Identity Theft Protection: Keep yourself protected through this new program for MSAA Members. IT Risk Products is offering a great new service to MSAA Members. Get Identity Theft Protection by signing up on the MSAA Website for great low cost rates. Click Here to access the program. Be sure to use this link and not go directly through their site! *This program is also available to the public if they sign up through the MSAA Website! Click above to protect yourself!

• Annual Conference: The annual conference is held in January of each year. This conference provides educational opportunities for new and experienced Auctioneers alike. The advertising contest held at this meeting allows Auctioneers to be recognized for their creativity and professional image. Members look forward to the Michigan Bid Calling Championship and the Fun Auction during this event. The convention also provides required continuing education credits needed for other states’ licenses. Go to Annual Conference for more info.

• Michigan Bid Calling Championship: MSAA Hosts the Largest Bid Calling Championship in the state each January during the Annual Convention. Participants compete for the State Championship Title, a Championship Trophy, their choice of a Custom Made Championship ring or Buckle and their entry fee paid into the International Auctioneer Championship.

• Real Estate Continuing Education Course: Because so many auctioneers are also real estate licensees, MSAA offers a one-day course that meets the state requirements for the continuing education credits needed annually by real estate licensees. This course is held in conjunction with the annual convention.

• Summer Conference: The summer conference is a second opportunity for education and networking with other auctioneers throughout the state. It is a one-day program covering various topics and providing continuing education hours. Als o included in conjunction with this program is the Skeet Shoot and Annual Golf outing, where Auctioneers and their families have a fun filled day on one of Michigan’s top courses.  Go to Summer Conference for more info.

• The Michigan Auction Gavel: The Michigan Auction Gavel is the official publication of the MSAA and is published on a quarterly basis. As a National Award Winning Publication, it is the information source for the association, containing information of benefit to members, advising them of association activities, upcoming meetings and current issues.

• The eGavel: The newest online resource for auctioneers is the MSAA eGavel.  It’s an online only publication available to all auctioneers from the MSAA Website.  Click on the eGavel ad on the right side of the page for the curren t edition.

• Membership Directory: The annual membership directory is published in the spring issue of The Gavel of each year and lists all current members of the MSAA. This is an invaluable tool for becoming familiar with other auctioneers in your area and for locating individuals that you can contact for support in the industry. For an up to the minute membership directory, log on to the MSAA Website (www.FindMichiganAuctions.com) and Click on “Find an Auctioneer” (above).

• MSAA on the Web: The MSAA Website, is a wonderful source of information for the auctioneer and the consumer. All MSAA members have access to the Online Auction Calendar, Upcoming Events, the Discussion Forum and many other options. Each MSAA Member is listed in a searchable directory for consumers to find an auctioneer that suits their needs. The MSAA Website has won National Awards for Content and layout. This is a fantastic tool for MSAA members and the public.

• Advertising Contest: If you produce professional advertising pieces, this is an opportunity for you to showcase your work. A number of categories are available, and winners are awarded plaques. Whether new or experienced, a previous winner or a first-time entrant, you have an equal opportunity to garner a prize. Categories include auction promotion and company promotion.

• Photography Contest: For this competition, members have an opportunity to submit photos taken at their auctions in a number of categories. These winning photos are used as magazine covers, in MSAA pamphlets, brochures and other promotions of the auction industry.

• Networking: Through the Annual Convention and Summer Seminar, you develop contacts with other successful auctioneers. One of the most exciting aspects of these events is the opportunity to meet new people and share knowledge and information. Any auctioneer will directly benefit from these ideas.

• Merchandise: The MSAA Provides a great selection of apparel and miscellaneous promotional items that members can purchase at very attractive prices. See the Order Form in the Gavel Magazine or call the MSAA at 616-785-8288.

Remember to tell them you are a member of the Michigan State Auctioneers Association to qualify for your member discounts!

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