An eBay drop-off store reported it has filed for bankruptcy. A notice on the store's Website reads, "Due to circumstances beyond our control, Door to Door Auctions Inc. has been forced to close its business and is in the process of filing Bankruptcy." The eBay User ID doortodoorauctions was "not a registered user" (NARU) last week. The business was headquartered in San Mateo, California, and reportedly used independent contractors around the country and sold franchises. There is some discussion on the eBay boards about the service.
http://digbig.com/4cnrd

January sees the launch of three direct sales websites by United Auction Brokers-UAB Business.UABclassifieds.com intends to be a cheaper alternative to local newspaper ads with a wider viewing area. UABcloseouts.com offers a variety of ad options for closeout dealers. And UABhome.com is targeted at manufacturers and wholesalers of furniture and accessories. Watch their website for specific information after their grand opening on January 31.
http://www.uabclassifieds.com

The Auction Store is now accepting drop-offs at the Sir Speedy location in Great Neck, NY. The Auction Store is based in New York and currently has 5 drop-off locations throughout the Westchester, Long Island and Manhattan areas, and plans many new affiliate locations throughout the year.
http://www.dropitshopit.com

NuMarkets recently announced a new drop-off location in Tupelo, MS in conjunction with Monoco Enterprises LLC. "NuMarkets is pleased to have Cathy and Bill Monaghan…become part of the NuMarkets family," stated Russ Grove, President and CEO. The new location at 1612 North Veterans Blvd, Tupelo, MS is scheduled to open during the first week of February. NuMarkets is a franchise consignment company headquartered in Etowah, TN.
http://www.numarkets.com

Chris Boatman, a 24 year old graduate, started QuickList from a storage locker in June 2004. Using a marine battery for the photography lighting and a $10 blanket for a backdrop, Boatman began accepting and selling items on consignment. Within 4 months, he was able to lease a prime storefront in Redlands, CA. He also leased a warehouse for processing the increasing volume of items.

Although QuickList has only two drop-off locations at this time, Boatman plans to expand to the Riverside and Rancho Cucamonga areas in the near future. As a small startup company, Boatman believes he can focus on a higher level of customer service that some of the larger franchise companies may lack. He aspires to be the dominant trading assistant in the Inland Empire region of Southern California.
http://www.quicklistauctions.com