Company Information

Merritt Auction Service was started by “Red” Merritt in Greenville, MI in 1951. For over 70 years, we’ve grown to be one of the most respected Auction Companies in the state of Michigan.

The company is now owned and operated by Red’s grandson Tim Tobey.  Tim's sons, Breydon and Tay now work alongside as Fourth Generation Auctioneers. Together they continue the fine tradition of knowledge, hard work and professionalism you have come to know and expect.

Breydon manages the Online Auctions and may be reached at 616-734-9893.

Tay works both Live and Online and may be reached at 616-970-8811.

We’ve auctioned just about anything you can imagine-Real estate, antiques, estates, business liquidations, farm equipment, and Auto & Municipal Auctions.

Our complete package includes advertising, setup, tear down, auctioning, clerking, cashiers, tables & tents.  We serve the entire West Michigan area and beyond.

Our advertising efforts include large mailing lists, emails, newspapers, local shopping guides, signage, GoToAuction, EstateSale.com, YouTube, craigslist.com, Facebook, our website, auctionzip.com and more!

Merritt Auction Service is bonded, insured and we are graduates of Reppert’s School of Auctioneering. We are long-time members of the Michigan State Auctioneer’s Association (MSAA) and Tim serves on the Board of Directorsr. Red Merritt is an MSAA Hall of Fame Auctioneer. This gives you peace of mind–you kow you’re dealing with professional, reliable auctioneers.

We Rent Tents Tables & Chairs!