Previous Auctions

Bartel & Company has been in the Auction and Real Estate business selling and developing since 1985. Brad B. Hooley is the owner and founder of Bartel & Company Realtors/Auctioneers, a full service Real Estate and Auction firm founded in 1988. Craig B. Blough is a Broker and Auctioneer at Bartel and Company, and the owner and founder of Bartel & Company of Michigan. Both Craig and Brad are also farmers and owners of farmland in Elkhart County, IN. Bartel & Company successfully sells real estate of all types at public auction including Farms, Land, Industrial Buildings, Office Buildings, and Homes. Bartel and Company is a broker for farm land leases, brokering leases for over 1000 acres of tillable land each year. Bartel & Company conducts live and online auctions of vintage automobiles, machinery, nursery stock, industrial and construction equipment, office machines, and furniture among other items.

With over 400 years of cumulative experience on call, Bartel & Company has 20 independent contractor Auctioneers ready to help your auction be a success.  Brad is also the Founder and former owner of the Goshen Consignment Auctions. A Spring and Fall Event Auction, attracting over 4000 attendees. This Auction was sold as an on-going business to The Peddlers Auction Group in 2015. Brad B. Hooley was the Developer and Manager of The Summit and Farmington Subdivisions in Middlebury, Indiana. The developments hosted the Elkhart County Builders Association Parade of Homes Show in 2002, 2006, 2008 and 2013. The Summit and Farmington are both sold out with approximately 275 homes built out.

Some of our previous sales flyers are featured below with a brief description of the auction. In addition to these auctions, Bartel & Company brokers tens of millions of dollars of traditional real-estate sales annually.

Flyer for a Syracuse, Indiana water front, real estate auction at 600 and 601 Pickwick Drive, with details about the properties, open house dates, and bidding instructions.
Flyer for a real estate auction in Union, Michigan, scheduled for October 14, 2025, with open house dates on September 27 and October 8, 2025, at 5 p.m. The flyer features photos of a house, interior rooms, and includes details about the property and auction process.
Flyer for Corey Lake real estate auction on October 28, 2025, featuring a house on Middle Road, aerial views, and internal photos of living areas, with event details and contact information.
Flyer for a real estate auction of land, farmstead, and outbuildings located at 8794 N Harper Rd, Leesburg, Indiana. Features a large aerial view of the land with two parcels outlined, details about the bid deadline, property description, and auction options.
Flyer for a real estate auction of a 14.65-acre property with a house, barn, pastures, and workshop area, located at 12240 CR 4, Middlebury, Indiana, scheduled for May 6, 2025, at 5 PM, featuring interior images of the house and barn.
Real estate auction advertisement featuring aerial photo of property with house, barn, and pastures, along with interior images of the house and barn, and details about the property, auction dates, and contact information.

These three properties with updated homes and acreages all sold via phone-bid auction. Ranging from 6.5-14 acres in size, they are the perfect size for a small farm, homestead, or large family with homes with ample size and space to spread out. They sold for $520,000, $955,000, and $665,000 respectively. Click on the flyer to download the PDF.

Bartel & Company held an auction for 11 investment properties in Elkhart and Kosciusko County Indiana. All properties sell without reserve to the highest bidder.

This 11-property auction was conducted for houses as well as lots in Goshen, Elkhart and Warsaw Indiana and saw a number of bidders for the no-reserve auction

A flyer for an Elkhart County, Indiana real estate auction scheduled for December 16, 2023, at 10 AM. It features images and descriptions of two properties located at 416 N. 8th St and 407 Center St. in Goshen, Indiana, including details about each house's size, lot, and features, as well as auction logistics and contact information.
A detailed poster advertisement for an auction event in White Pigeon, Michigan, featuring a commercial building and land, with images of the property, inside view, and equipment for sale.

This auction was conducted for a White Pigeon, MI commercial real estate as well as personal property in cooperation with Ryan Gableman, commercial broker for NAI Cressy.

Flyer advertising a tree auction at Dogwood Hills Tree Farm on October 21, 2017, including details about trees for sale, auction info, and contact.

When Brad purchased and began to develop The Summit development in Middlebury, Indiana he became involved in the tree and nursery business and struck up a very long working relationship with Dogwood Hills Tree Farm and did an Annual Middlebury Tree Auction in conjunction with Dogwood Hills Tree Farm in Middlebury, IN. This was a Spring Staple and a place for people to buy shade trees, ornamental trees, and conifers.

Flyer for a commercial real estate auction in Goshen, Indiana, on October 29, 2019, at 5:00 PM, featuring a building on 2.6 acres of land with photos of the property.

This auction was conducted for a Goshen, IN commercial building in a B-3 zoned area with city water and sewer connected.

South Bend, Indiana land auction poster with details about a 208-acre property, including a map, a photo of farmland, and auction information.

This auction was conducted in cooperation with Roy Roelke a commercial broker for NAI Cressy. The 208 acre farm in South Bend near the Four Winds Casino is productive farmland and sold in one tract to one owner and is continuiting to be farmed.

Auction flyer for Chuck Tayler Estate Auction on August 9, 2022, at 3:00 pm, located at 14604 County Road 22, Goshen, Indiana. The flyer details woodworking machinery, hardwood lumber, hardware, John Deere lawn tractors, antique and handmade furniture, household items, and auction terms. It also includes contact information for the auctioneers and notes about on-site lunch and parking.

There’s nothing quite like a good ole Estate Sale. Chuck Tayler was a neighbor and friend and had a very unique property that we sold privately to a neighbor for the estate. This left us a fun auction of woodworking equipment, home-made wood pieces, antiques and more. This auction was a fun day and filled with memories!

Flyer for Superior Sample Company's Retirement Auction on April 29, 2022, featuring details about location, preview date, and various industrial equipment and machinery images.

Superior Sample was a Ligonier, Indiana based company that was acquired by Forest River when the owner was ready for retirement. We conducted the auction to liquidate all of the commercial sewing and binding equipment as well as fixtures and other items accumulated over the 100,000+ sqft production space. This auction was on-site as well as online and buyers lived in multiple countries.

Flyer for Margorie Marshall Estate Absolute Real Estate Auction on July 23, 2013, at Lerner Theater Ballroom, Elkheart, Indiana. Listings of 13 properties including homes and land with addresses, descriptions, and lot sizes.
Advertisement for the Middlebury Land Auction, scheduled for April 28, 2009, at 5:00 p.m., in Middlebury, Indiana. The event features 35 platted home sites and 77.4 acres of undeveloped land, with auction location at Spring Meadow Golf Club. The ad includes details about the land parcels, bidders, and contact information for auctioneers, along with images of the land and a stone monument.
Poster advertising a Wells Personal Property Auction on Saturday, July 14, 2018, at 10 am in Goshen, Indiana. The auction features antiques, collectibles, household items, and shop tools, with images of old furniture, vintage items, a tractor, and shop equipment.
Auction flyer for Steve Rumfelt Welding Auction taking place on June 14, 2024, at 11 am ET in Middlebury, Indiana. The flyer lists items including vehicles, welding equipment, tools, office items, and more, with details and inspection preview information.

Steve Rumfelt was a well known fabricator and welder in Elkhart, Indiana and instrumental in the design and fabrication of a number of well known products for a series of companies. This auction was the contents of his shop and equipment.

Flyer for Elkhart County, Indiana real estate auction on October 21, 2023, at Victoria's Kitchen Event Center. Features four homes with land and four vacant lots. Includes property details, map images, bidding information, and auction terms. Sale conducted by Bartel & Company Auctioneers-Realtors, seller Ronald Davidzar.

This 8-property auction was conducted for houses as well as lots in Goshen, and Elkhart, Indiana for Ron Davidhizar. The Two-property auction below was for the same seller and a similar situation.

A flyer advertising a close-out auction at Michiana Furniture Gallery and Bargain Center on Saturday, December 6, starting at 9:00 AM, featuring new furniture including sofas, chairs, dining sets, beds, and mattresses, with an open house inspection on December 5 from 10 am to 5 pm, located at 2914 Elkhart Road, Goshen, Indiana.
A flyer for a commercial real estate auction at 1053 Middleton Run Road, Elkhart, Indiana, scheduled for September 8, 2023, at 11 am. The flyer includes details about the property, auction date, open house, and contact information for the agents.

The Collins Trailer personal property and 1053 Middleton Run Rd Real Estate Auction were conducted in conjunction with Lori Snyder of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Commercial Division. This auction featured not only the Real Estate consisting of commercial buildings and land, but then also the former assets of Collins Trailer, Inc. The Real Estate sold to on-site bidders.

Flyer for Elkhar County, Indiana, live auction of eight properties on January 27, 2024, at 10 AM at Maple City Conference & Event Center, listing details and photos of each property.

This 8-property auction was conducted for houses as well as lots in Goshen, and Elkhart, Indiana for two sellers. A number of these houses had demolition orders and we were able to keep them standing for new owners to buy, renovate, and then occupy, rent, or flip

Flyer for church property auction in Bristol, Indiana, scheduled for September 27, 2012, at 5 pm, featuring images of the church building, land, and interior furnishings.
Details of a tree farm auction advertisement, featuring date, location, list of tree species, and auction information.
Land auction flyer for Middlebury, Indiana, on October 19, 2013, featuring a map with parcels of land for sale, details about the auction, and information about the Sime Oak Hills Golf Course nearby.
Advertisement for a land auction in Elkhart County, Indiana, scheduled for October 31, 2015, at Hilton Garden Inn, featuring details of the properties, maps, and contact information.
A real estate auction poster for 5.3 acres of M-1 land in Bristol, Indiana, scheduled for July 21, 2015, at 5 pm. The poster includes a map, sale details, terms, and the seller's information.
Flyer advertising an estate sale auction on Saturday, August 21 at 9:30 a.m. in Elkhart, Indiana. Features a ranch style home with three structures, including a detached garage and duplex apartments, with details on items for sale, inspection dates, and auction terms.
A detailed real estate advertisement for subdivision home site lots and vacant land, listing information for multiple lots, including sizes, locations, legal descriptions and auction notes, with a map showing lot placements and color codes.
Flyer for a public auction of commercial real estate, weld shop tools, and equipment, scheduled for September 14, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in Goshen, Indiana. The flyer includes details about the property, equipment, tools, and auction terms, with small images of some items and contact information.

Mike Vandermaas was the owner-operator of Troyer Welding and a well known fabricator and welder in Goshen, Indiana. This retirement auction was for the Real Estate as well as the equipment, personal property, and contents of his shop.

Flyer for Collins Trailer Auction on September 8, 2023, in Elkhart, Indiana, featuring images of tractors, trailer parts, and construction equipment, with details on items for sale including trailers, boat, tools, and miscellaneous office and shop supplies.
Flyer advertising a real estate auction for property at 10065 CR 24, Middlebury, Indiana, with aerial and ground photos of the property, a site map, and details of open house dates.

The auction of 10065 CR 24 in Middlebury, IN was conducted via Phone Bid format. This allowed bidders to place anonymous bids via a phone call to Auctioneer Craig Blough. This well situated and unique property sold for a whopping $950k.

Land auction poster advertising 56 acres of land in Bristol, Indiana, with details of the auction date on December 13, 2014, at 10 am, and a map showing the land divided into several tracts.
Goshen Consignment Auction poster with event details, date, time, and items for sale, including tools, lawn equipment, firearms, furniture, and household items, held at Elkhart County Fairgrounds.
Flyer for Goshen real estate auction on May 11, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., showcasing images of a house, interior rooms, and a backyard, with details about the property and auction terms.

This auction was for a single house in Goshen, Indiana. A great crowd showed up for the chance to own a house that had been framed in and had mechanicals complete - just ready for mud, paint, and the owners final touches.

Flyer for Milford, Indiana real estate auction on July 15, 2023, starting at 10 AM, featuring five properties including two homes and three mobile homes with land. Provides details and images of the properties.

In cooperation with the Town of Milford, Bartel & Company sold five properties within the town limits that had code violation and/or nonconformance issues. This allowed the homes to have new owners, get renovated, and occupied. Win for all.

A flyer advertising a real estate auction for the Fred Brown Estate, scheduled for October 29, 2011, at 10:00 am, with the auction preview on October 16, from 2 to 4 pm. The flyer features images of a primary house, a second house, and a detached garage, with details about the properties and auction terms.
Flyer for Dogwood Hills Tree Farm Middlebury Tree Auction on Saturday, April 27, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., featuring various trees including shade trees, flowering ornamentals, and conifers, with details about trees and auction terms.
Details for a golf equipment auction at Oak Hills Golf Course on Saturday, November 9, 2013, starting at 10:00 a.m., including address, items, terms, and auctioneer information.
Flyer for Absolute Commercial Real Estate Auction for a car wash property in Elkhart, Indiana, scheduled for Thursday, November 8, 2018, at 5 pm. The property features include a 4,500 square-foot commercial building, a 450-foot main street frontage, six bays with two automatic bays, a 1,750 square-foot service building, and 1.5 acres of land. The auction details, terms, and contact information are also provided.
Auction flyer for Wayne Stahly John Deere Tractor Auction on Saturday, May 3, 2014, 9:30 AM, at 5104 N 750 W, Ligonier, Indiana. Features images of various old tractors and equipment, with details on location, inspection, terms, and contact information for seller Wayne Stahly Family.

This collection of 60-70 John Deere tractors was a collection of a number of years and was a great event for collectors, restoration folks, and John Deere enthusiasts. A number of parts, shop machines, antiques and tools were sold.

Advertisement for a real estate auction in Elkhart, Indiana, scheduled for June 8, 2017, starting at 5:00 pm, displaying property details including office building, vacant land, wooded land, and auction location map.
Flyer for a real estate and equipment auction at Sweet Magnolias Restaurant in Elkhart, Indiana, on January 16 at 10:00 AM. Features a small building, auction details, photographs of restaurant equipment, and a map of the location.
A map showing a residential development with lot divisions, a central circle of lots, water features, and labeled sections indicating different acreage sizes and lot numbers.
Advertisement for a large industrial and real estate auction hosted by Sun Valley RV Inc. on January 23, 2009, including trucks, forklifts, tractors, trailers, office furniture, computers, printers, and tools, with details on real estate property of 138,000 sqft on land, fenced, built in 2005, located in Howe, Indiana.
Flyer advertising an auction for steel buildings and land in Elkhart, Indiana, scheduled for September 19, 2013, at 5 PM. The flyer includes details about the lots, location, bidding terms, and contact information for the auctioneer.
Flyer for Trophy Homes Inc. industrial auction on May 19, 2011, at 10:00 a.m., located at 2730 Almac Court, Elkhart, Indiana. The flyer includes details about the auction, open house date, directions, and descriptions of trucks, forklift, material movers, equipment, tools, inventory, windows, carpentry materials, pallet racks, office furniture, and machines available for sale, with images of some equipment and the auction house.
Flyer for a land and personal property auction scheduled for Saturday, June 28, 2014, at 3 pm in Middlebury, Indiana, York Township. The auction features 2.77 acres of land with a barn, and personal property including a Cub Cadet LT 1050 lawn tractor, a 50-inch mower deck, a 1972 Honda SL 70 motorcycle, a Poulan 14-inch chainsaw, and various tools and household items. The auction location details, auctioneer information, and seller's name, Marla J. Galbreath, are also included.
A poster for a public auction of Stahl y Produce in Wakarusa, Indiana, featuring images of the property, a logo for Stahl y Produce, and details about the business and auction process.
Advertisement for a commercial real estate auction scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2009, at 2:00 PM, in Wakarusa, Indiana. The auction includes land parcels with property details, a map of the parcels, and contact information for real estate brokers and auctioneers.
Flyer for an auction of land and farmstead in Syracuse, Indiana, scheduled for March 9, 2013, at 10 am. The flyer includes a map of the property with designated tracts, property details, and photos of the farmstead and land.
A flyer for an auction of land in Middlebury, Indiana, scheduled for April 28, 2009, at Spring Meadow Golf Club, featuring details about the land, bidding process, and contact information.