ABOUT US

"CORNWELL"
A Name Synonymous with Auctions in Central Nebraska since 1947

"Where it all Started"

COMPANY PROFILE
Cornwell Inc. Land & Home Brokers - Auctioneers have established themselves as a leading auction and real estate firm serving Central Nebraska selling all categories of personal property including farm equipment, business liquidation's, estate, antiques, and household auctions. The firm handles all categories of Real Estate at auction or by private treaty.

ADVERTISING: We implement the most aggressive, targeted marketing campaigns possible, the backbone of a successful auction. All auctions are included in our World Wide Web site; www.cornwellauction.com reaching potential customers from throughout the entire world. Cornwell Inc. Land & Home Brokers - Auctioneers have also developed through the years much targeted direct mailing lists of potential buyers for all categories of auctions in which they conduct. We work closely with the seller to keep them informed of how their auction is progressing. Ordering, Pre-payment and pre-press preparation of all advertising. No upfront money is needed.

STAFF: Our knowledgeable staff is dedicated to making your auction a success! We have conducted numerous auctions and chattel appraisals for all major lending agencies including the Farmers Home Administration and the FDIC.

TRACK RECORD: We pride ourselves on our proven track record of conducting successful auctions. References can be readily provided.

TOLL FREE NUMBER: We offer a toll-fee phone number; 1-800-909-3894 which is proven to increase inquires in your auction and our long distance sellers are welcome to use this number to keep in contact with us during the duration of their auction.

Contact us any time to discuss your Real Estate or Auction need at no obligation.

OUR STAFF

Tom Cornwell President & Founder of Cornwell Inc. Land & Home Brokers – Auctioneers - Tom grew up in the auction business following his father Les’s footsteps. He graduated from the Western College of Auctioneering in June of 1979 immediately following graduation from high school.

The Auction business has been a full time profession for Tom ever since. He is recognized worldwide as a leading auctioneer of farm toys. He has been specializing in the sale of farm toys since 1983. He conducts on a yearly basis the National Farm Toy Auction held in conjunction with the National Farm Toy Show held in Dyersville, Iowa each November. Tom has conducted auctions the past 33 years throughout Central Nebraska as well as in several surrounding states.

He acquired his Nebraska Real Estate License in 1981. His Specialty and Primary Focus is Farm and Ranch Real Estate Sales. He offers expertise in offering Farm Real Estate at Public Auction as well as by Private Treaty.
Tom is a member of the Nebraska Auctioneers Association having served as a Director for the Association. He has conducted seminars for both the Nebraska and National Auctioneers associations as well as other organizations giving insight on his experiences in the auction business.

Renee Arnold - Renee joined the firm in November 2004. She specializes in Residential Home sales for the firm. She is eager and willing to assist you with your residential Real Estate needs. In 2007 she obtained her Real Estate Broker’s License and now serves as Principal Broker for the Firm. Renee and her Husband, Rich, have two daughters, Rachael and Tory, they reside in Aurora.

Dick Mundt – Land Sales - Auctioneer - Dick is a 1972 Graduate of Reisch Auction College in Mason City, Iowa. He and Verland Widga have been conducting auctions of all types for 40 years and continue handling personal property sales together. Dick and his wife Carla retired from farming in 2006 and moved to Aurora. Dick has had his Real Estate Salespersons license since 2004. His main focus is on land sales by private treaty or at public auction. He is a member of the Nebraska Auctioneers Association. Dick and Carla have two sons, Charlie and Ed, both are married. They also enjoy their three grandchildren.

Dan Muirhead - Auctioneer - Dan is a 1983 graduate of Mason City World Wide College of Auctioneering at Mason City, Iowa. He has been employed by Cornwell Inc. Land & Home Brokers - Auctioneers as an auctioneer since December 1996. Dan is an outstanding bid caller as he was named 1996 Nebraska State Auctioneer Bid Calling Champion. He also has great knowledge of all facets of personal property and their respective values. He is also a past Director of the Nebraska Auctioneers Association and Member of the National Auctioneers Association. Dan and his wife, Traci enjoy two sons, Hayden and Dalton, they reside in Overton, Nebraska.

Roger Obermeier - Auctioneer - Ringman - Roger has been associated with the Cornwell Auction Family dating back to the early 1970’s. His auction career started with Tom’s father Les. He has a strong background in Agriculture and vast knowledge of livestock, farming & ranching. He is a very seasoned bid caller and his vast experience in the auction business makes him a great asset to our firm.

Beth McClure – Cashier, Clerking and Office; Beth has been with our firm since 2008. She is in charge of the Cashier Trailer at the Auctions and also handles the office details, settling of sales and all other facets of the Auction Business Division at Cornwell Inc. She and her husband, Stephen have 5 children and reside at Aurora.

Other Personnel
Lisa Stripe – Auction Cashier
Lonnie Stripe – Assistant Auctioneer
Casey Cornwell – Ringman
Jim Salmon – Ringman - Auction Set Up
Doug McHenry – Ringman – Auction Set Up
Budd Niles – Ringman – Auction Set Up
Dave and Garlan Muirhead - Assistant Auctioneer and Clerking
Heather Peters - Cyber Design - Website Maintenance & Design