Poll: Calls from AHs Reminding You Auction Is Closing

[jfkheat]

3 or 4 years ago I complained to one of the major auction houses about all the emails they sent the last day or two of the auction. They changed my password so I couldn't access my account any more/

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by jfkheat

3 or 4 years ago I complained to one of the major auction houses about all the emails they sent the last day or two of the auction. They changed my password so I couldn't access my account any more/

That is hilarious. I had the exact opposite happen. I complained about a slimy AH and then they flooded me with their advertising garbage. They even sent me stuff in the mail, at least that let me know who they got my contact info from. It was a address I hadn't used in years except to sign up for one website.

[Forever Young]

I actually don’t find it annoying if done sparingly. I think it is a great tool for the auction house, consigners and potential buyers. I have definitely been able to add to my collection(happy) because of reminders(would have forgot).
I think a reminder the day before as well as maybe a couple hours before you need your bids in would be perfect(for me anyway).
I Definitely don’t love the calls though. Unless it would be done correctly(personal/specifically for my collecting). The standard form call that everyone gets(scripted) is like getting a call from a cruise line or car insurance.