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Posted by realityinc21 on :

IPO on the the 9th an .10. Now ended today at .29.

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Auction Mills Inc. (OTC: AUML)

Auction Mills Inc. (OTC: AUML), through its authorized eBay reseller drop-off stores, is “tapping into an untouched market: people who want to sell on eBay but don’t have the time – or don’t want the hassle of photographing their items, listing them online, answering buyers’ questions and shipping what’s sold.”

Auction Mills makes using eBay easy for the millions of Americans who aren’t computer-savvy, don’t have a digital camera, or who don’t want to put banking, credit card and other personal information on the internet. And eBay is happy to see the drop-off stores springing up! As eBay spokesman Hani Durzy has stated: “We’re excited about the possibility of these stores being able to bring some people to the eBay marketplace that up until now have not been able to participate in it.”

Auction Mills Inc. supplies the public with a convenient, professional and confidential approach to participating in the Ebay online marketplace. Experienced Ebay auctioneers provide customers with a method of turning unused items into cash. The Company actually takes possession of the items to be auctioned eliminating the hassle and wasted time associated with the selling process and allows customers an opportunity to benefit from the existing relationship that Auction Mills Inc. has with Ebay. This exciting method of marketing is currently available to franchisees. Management intends to cultivate a worldwide network of franchises that will work unanimously to offer the public the most effective tool available for online marketing.

MARKET AND OPPORTUNITY

eBay sold over $24 Billion in goods in 2003! Durzy said, “22 million items are available on the site at all times” (Courier-Jounal.com May 10, ’04). eBay claims to have 41.2 million active users and over 100 million registered users (Forbes.com, 5/5/04). However, only about 8% are sellers. With Auction Mills and other authorized eBay drop-stores, entrepreneurs expect that number to increase dramatically – and with fees randing from “20-40% of the sale price, that can add up to a lot of money.” (Forbes.com 5/5/04). With eBay estimating $10 Billion in consignment sales from drop-off stores, that could add up to $2-4 Billion in yearly revenues!

BUSINESS PLAN

Auction Mills will open drop-off stores in the Dallas area and then will offer franchises around the country. People will drop the items off at the store, and then AuctionMills.com will do the research for pricing and description, then take digital photographs, write the ad copy, and set up the auction process on eBay. When the transaction is complete, AUML will ship the goods to the highest bidder and then send the check to the seller. Also, the Company plans to increase revenues through the sale of franchises and the subsequent royalties derived from the new stores.

GROWTH POTENTIAL

As Bankrate.com states, “These ‘brick-to-click’ storefront drop-off centers are springing up from coast to coast.” (4/19/04). These stores offer a more attractive option than Goodwill, the Salvation Army, and garage/estate sales – there is the potential to make a lot more money on eBay than these other alternatives. AUML will be the first publicly-traded company in this explosive new retailing phenomenon with eBay!

The authorized eBay drop-off stores have the potential to start a new class of retailing. As the Dallas News.com reported, “The notion of new and repeat customers has eBay Inc. officials embracing the offline growth of its business, even though the company has no plans to open any drop-off stores of its own.” As eBay spokesman Hani Durzy says: “There is an opportunity for anyone to open a store and survive and thrive. People like selling stuff on eBay. Why not help them out?” “With close to 200 drop-off stores in the United States, Mr. Durzy said he expects many more to open.” (Dallas News.com, 4/19/04).

“We’re excited about this,” eBay Chief Executive Meg Whitman said at a goldman Sachs investor conference in Phoenix. “Clearly they are getting an incremental customer that would have never come to eBay on their own.” eBay estimates that consignment sales through drop-off stores may reach $10 Billion per year – which would yield $700 Million in revenues to eBay. (NashvilleCitypaper.com, 3/10/01).

CORPORATE HIGHLIGHTS

· Hassle-free authorized eBay selling experience.

· Access to 100 million registered global eBay buyers.

· Revenue streams from franchise and royalty fees.

· Opportunity to significantly increase the current 8% base of eBay sellers, plus adding new and repeat clients.

· eBay estimates $10 Billion in consignment sales from drop-off stores. $700 Million in revenues to eBay.

· Fees of 20-40%. Industry could generate $2-4 Billion!

· Investors have a chance to get in on the ground floor, as AUML is the first publicly traded company in this hot new national retail phenomenon with eBay!

KEY DEVELOPMENT

Jul 12, 2004 - Auction Mills Inc. goes public, revealing their plan to aggressively pursue corporate growth utilizing franchise networking. The Company will concentrate its efforts to convey its new marketing opportunity to the public, making its unique online network of Ebay Auctioneers available to customers needing a better, more effective tool to sell surplus goods with minimal effort.

By using the same technique that has been used in commodity trading for years, the Company actually takes possession of the goods to be sold, making the transition and the transaction much more trouble-free for both parties. This method is quicker, convenient and, because of this, attractive to people that would like to go into business for themselves through franchise ownership.

For more information about Auction Mills Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Action Mills location: www.auctionmills.com[/img]

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DIANA

Posted by mdec on :

Looks Good
Thanks Diana

Posted by denzen on :

Nice find!

Posted by Dardadog on :

Looks like this wants to possibly play again today.

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Due Da Due......But Be Quick About It!!!!!

DaDog

Posted by Dardadog on :

News after the bell yesterday...

Business Editors

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AUML--
Auction Mills Inc. (PinkSheets:AUML) announced on the
21st of July its intention to do a 5-for-1 forward split of the
Company's common stock with an effective date of July 30, 2004.
Management has decided to change the effective date to the first or
second week of August to insure that there is adequate time for the
conversion.
Auction Mills Inc. supplies the public with a convenient,
professional and confidential approach to participating in the eBay
online marketplace. Experienced eBay auctioneers provide customers
with a method of turning unused items into cash. The Company actually
takes possession of the items to be auctioned eliminating the hassle
and wasted time associated with the selling process and allows
customers an opportunity to benefit from the existing relationship
that Auction Mills Inc. has with eBay. This exciting method of
marketing is currently available to franchisees. Management intends to
cultivate a worldwide network of franchises that will work unanimously
to offer the public the most effective tool available for online
marketing.
Matters discussed in this press release are "forward-looking
statements." Statements describing objectives or goals or the
Company's future plans are also forward-looking statements and are
subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including the financial
performance of the Company and market valuations of its stock, which
could cause actual results to differ materially from those
anticipated.
For more information about Auction Mills Inc. and opportunities
associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com

KEYWORD: TEXAS
INDUSTRY KEYWORD: RETAIL E-COMMERCE INTERNET
SOURCE: Auction Mills Inc.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
For Auction Mills Inc.
Patrick Arnett, 281-999-7721

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Due Da Due......But Be Quick About It!!!!!

DaDog

Posted by Dardadog on :

This wants to move up. Average volume is 1.7 million over the last 60 days, already has over 600,000 shares traded and hanging around that 52 week high price.

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Due Da Due......But Be Quick About It!!!!!

DaDog

Posted by Dardadog on :

THAR SHE BLOWSSSSSSSSSS

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Due Da Due......But Be Quick About It!!!!!

DaDog

Posted by Dardadog on :

This has done its days average volume already and is still at 52 week high buy price.

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Due Da Due......But Be Quick About It!!!!!

DaDog

Posted by Dardadog on :

Rollin' down da street smokin' ENDO...sippin' on jin-n-juice.....laid back....wid ma mind on ma money an' ma money on ma mind..........

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Due Da Due......But Be Quick About It!!!!!

DaDog

Posted by Dardadog on :

Justa walkin' da dog........

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Due Da Due......But Be Quick About It!!!!!

DaDog

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

July 23, 2004 04:05 PM US Eastern Timezone

Auction Mills Inc. Updates Franchise Information

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 23, 2004--Auction Mills Inc. (Pinksheets:AUML) is thrilled to publicize updated information about the enormous interest that has been shown in Auction Mills franchises. To date the Company has had total franchise information requests representing 4,358 potential franchise stores in 48 states and 17 countries. Area developer franchises (15 per area developer) numbering 263 and single store franchises numbering 413 totaling an amazing 4,358 potential drop off stores.

This response illustrates the need for a Company specializing in helping customers sell unwanted surplus and the demand for drop off locations conveniently located in targeted areas. "Demographics play an important role in store location, because of this, each franchise location will be examined before the franchise will be approved," states Jason Brola, CEO of Auction Mills Inc.

Matters discussed in this press release are "forward-looking statements." Statements describing objectives or goals or the Company's future plans are also forward-looking statements and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including the financial performance of the Company and market valuations of its stock, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated.

For more information about Auction Mills Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com

Posted by Poot Poot on :

WOW! I just read all of that and it sounds VERY good. I think I would use this service to sell my garage-full of stuff.
Thanks

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Alright, I missed this one (no surprise there) . Nice catch, Diana. So now comes the proverbial dilemma. Do I chase it or do I wait for a dip?

This reminds me of the days when we wondered if a store like "Mailboxes, etc." would be successful. I hate saying stuff like this, but this looks big.

I know opinions are just opinions, but do you folks think this will be one of those stocks about which someday I can say, "Yeah, I got in when it was only $1.50" Or do you think any stock that explodes like this has GOT to retrace?

Competition:

auctiondrop (at the UPS Store) http://auctiondrop.com

QuikDrop http://QuikDrop.com/

snappyauctions http://www.snappyauctions.com/v2/index.php

1StopAuctions.com http://www.1stopauctions.com/

Posted by Poot Poot on :

Seems big to me too.
As for Auctiondrop, Simple, but would rather have the personal touch the franchise store has to offer rather than droping an item off at a UPS drop.
As for the others, It seems a matter on who gets out and in front first. All offer franchise growth, but correct me if i'm wrong, Auction Mills is the only company that has gone public.
Not sure on the amount of potential franchises the others have, but 4300+ sure seems like a big number to me.
This is all speculation, but if it takes hold, it will undoubtedly be a VERY BIG thing.

Posted by realityinc21 on :

quote:
Originally posted by WinsumLosesum:
Alright, I missed this one (no surprise there) . Nice catch, Diana. So now comes the proverbial dilemma. Do I chase it or do I wait for a dip?
This reminds me of the days when we wondered if a store like "Mailboxes, etc." would be successful. I hate saying stuff like this, but this looks big.
I know opinions are just opinions, but do you folks think this will be one of those stocks about which someday I can say, "Yeah, I got in when it was only $1.50" Or do you think any stock that explodes like this has GOT to retrace?
Competition:
auctiondrop (at the UPS Store) http://auctiondrop.com
QuikDrop http://QuikDrop.com/
snappyauctions http://www.snappyauctions.com/v2/index.php
1StopAuctions.com http://www.1stopauctions.com/

WINSOME,

GOOD QUESTION. I WANTED TO ADD MORE SHARES--THINK I WILL PUT ON A WAIT AND SEE BASIS. FACTORING IN THE RETRACEMENT--COULD FALL BACK TO THE .85 CENT RANGE. WOULD NOT LAST LONG THERE--BUT COULD HAPPEN. I HOPE IT DOES--ONLY SO WE CAN PICK UP MORE SHARES. I SHOULD HAVE BOUGHT MORE AT .29. I WAS ABLE TO PICK UP A FEW MORE WHEN IT RETRACED FROM 1.08 TO .80'S. THIS LOOKS LIKE A KEEPER. GOOD LUCK TO ALL.

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DIANA

Posted by Meshoe45 on :

They also have their own competition.
http://www.auctiondrop.com

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Auction Mls Inc (OTHER OTC: AUML) Last Update: 8:31:00 AM ET Jul 26, 2004

Auction Mills, Inc. Announces Effective Date for Stock Split

DALLAS, Jul 26, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills, Inc. (Pinksheets:AUML) previously announced its intention to do a 5-for-1 forward split of the Company's common stock. The effective date for the stock split will be August 4, 2004. To participate in the stock split you must be a shareholder of record on or before August 4, 2004.

Auction Mills, Inc. supplies the public with a convenient, professional and confidential approach to participating in the eBay online marketplace. Experienced eBay auctioneers provide customers with a method of turning unused items into cash. The Company actually takes possession of the items to be auctioned eliminating the hassle and wasted time associated with the selling process and allows customers an opportunity to benefit from the existing relationship that Auction Mills, Inc. has with eBay. This exciting method of marketing is currently available to franchisees. Management intends to cultivate a worldwide network of franchises that will work unanimously to offer the public the most effective tool available for online marketing.

Matters discussed in this press release are "forward looking statements." Statements describing objectives or goals or the Company's future plans are also forward looking statements and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including the financial performance of the Company and market valuations of its stock, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated.

For more information about Auction Mills, Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com.

SOURCE: Auction Mills, Inc.

Auction Mills, Inc.Patrick Arnett, 281-999-7721

Posted by realityinc21 on :

SO MUCH FOR .85 LOL GAPPER. WHOA. I DIED AND WENT TO DAY TRADER'S HEAVEN. LOL

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DIANA

Posted by yes on :

Does this mean the share price will drop to 20% of the price after the split?

Posted by realityinc21 on :

quote:
Originally posted by Phoenixx:
Does this mean the share price will drop to 20% of the price after the split?

IT MEANS FOR EVERY 5 SHARES OF STOCK YOU OWN RIGHT NOW OR BEFORE THIS FRIDAY--YOU WILL OWN 1 EXTRA SHARE FOR FREE. IF THE PPS IS 2.50 THEN YOU WILL OWN 6 SHARES AT 2.50 INSTEAD OF 5 SHARES AT 2.50. THIS IS A FORWARD SPLIT. I HOPE THAT MADE SENSE.

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DIANA

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Diana, are you sure? It says it's a 5 FOR 1 split. Not 1 for 5.

quote:
Originally posted by realityinc21:
IT MEANS FOR EVERY 5 SHARES OF STOCK YOU OWN RIGHT NOW OR BEFORE THIS FRIDAY--YOU WILL OWN 1 EXTRA SHARE FOR FREE. IF THE PPS IS 2.50 THEN YOU WILL OWN 6 SHARES AT 2.50 INSTEAD OF 5 SHARES AT 2.50. THIS IS A FORWARD SPLIT. I HOPE THAT MADE SENSE.

Posted by foolio on :

I think it means for every 1 share of stock you own, you will have 5 after the split.

Diana I think you are describing a 6:5 split.

Posted by yes on :

Which means the price will drop to 20% after the split..which isnt a bad thing if the company is sound..you have more shares at a lower price but the opportunity to buy more..

[This message has been edited by Phoenixx (edited July 26, 2004).]

Posted by Poot Poot on :

Auction Mills Inc. Completes Initial Funding
Monday July 26, 4:10 pm ET

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 26, 2004--Auction Mills Inc. (PinkSheets:AUML - News) today announced funding has been completed through exercised warrants, which will enable the Company to fully execute its business plan and franchise opportunities.
Auction Mills Inc. plans to utilize the initial funding to establish a nucleus of corporate stores in and around the Dallas area. This nucleus will be used as the training hub to develop the Auction Mills Inc. template and franchise strategy.

Auction Mills Inc. supplies the public with a convenient, professional and confidential approach to participating in the eBay online marketplace. Experienced eBay auctioneers provide customers with a method of turning unused items into cash. The Company actually takes possession of the items to be auctioned eliminating the hassle and wasted time associated with the selling process and allows customers an opportunity to benefit from the existing relationship that Auction Mills Inc. has with eBay. This exciting method of marketing is currently available to franchisees. Management intends to cultivate a worldwide network of franchises that will work unanimously to offer the public the most effective tool available for online marketing.

For more information about Auction Mills Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com

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Contact:
For Auction Mills Inc.
Patrick Arnett, 281-999-7721

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Source: Auction Mills Inc.

Posted by rajarammx on :

quote:
Originally posted by Phoenixx:
Which means the price will drop to 20% after the split..which isnt a bad thing if the company is sound..you have more shares at a lower price but the opportunity to buy more..
[This message has been edited by Phoenixx (edited July 26, 2004).]

What they really do is for every 1 stock you get 5 stocks & your PPS gets divided by 5.

Example ---

Before

100 Stocks - PPS 2 dollars - Cost Basis 200 U.S.

After the 1-5 split

500 Stocks - PPS 0.4 dollars - Cost Basis 200 U.S.

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GLTA

Raja

Always do your DD before Investing or Daytrading

[This message has been edited by rajarammx (edited July 26, 2004).]

Posted by kbpkt on :

Does anyone have L2 for this? Looks like today may be a good buying opportunity.

Posted by Poot Poot on :

Agreed. I tried to get in at 2.00 but it bouced back to quick. I suppose that was the bottom.

Posted by yes on :

quote:
Originally posted by rajarammx:

What they really do is for every 1 stock you get 5 stocks & your PPS gets divided by 5.
Example ---
Before
100 Stocks - PPS 2 dollars - Cost Basis 200 U.S.
After the 1-5 split
500 Stocks - PPS 0.4 dollars - Cost Basis 200 U.S.

Right..that's why I said 20% of whatever the share price will be once the deal goes through

Not all stock splits are a good deal however..here's an example: Panera Bread was over $70 a share, they split to $35. Unfortunately I ended up buying this stock when it was at its pinnacle, when restaurant stocks were good but going to make their decline. I ended up losing over $200. <shrug>

Posted by realityinc21 on :

quote:
Originally posted by kbpkt:
Does anyone have L2 for this? Looks like today may be a good buying opportunity.

NOW I AM CONFUSED. IS THIS A FORWARD SPLIT?
I THINK YOU ARE CORRECT. SORRY. WELL YOUR VERSION IS BETTER...
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DIANA

[This message has been edited by realityinc21 (edited July 27, 2004).]

Posted by rajarammx on :

quote:
Originally posted by Phoenixx:
Right..that's why I said 20% of whatever the share price will be once the deal goes through
Not all stock splits are a good deal however..here's an example: Panera Bread was over $70 a share, they split to $35. Unfortunately I ended up buying this stock when it was at its pinnacle, when restaurant stocks were good but going to make their decline. I ended up losing over $200. <shrug>

You are right about the 20%.

Forward Splits usually are overall good. If the price decline after the split or before the split you will loss money anyway since your cost basis is the same, until you decided to daytrade it...but in forward splits more shares are public for trading which for a company capable of doing a 1-5 split hopefully should be good. Just like in a reverse split most of the time the price goes down...in a forward split most of the time the price goes upward....Well...lets see what happens with AUML since it is Pink....

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GLTA

Raja

Always do your DD before Investing or Daytrading

Posted by kbpkt on :

quote:
Originally posted by realityinc21:
NOW I AM CONFUSED. IS THIS A FORWARD SPLIT?
I THINK YOU ARE CORRECT. SORRY. WELL YOUR VERSION IS BETTER...

Yes, it is a forward split, PPS will be lower, the amount of shares you own will be higher. Forward splits are usually a good thing. It is kind of wierd for a company trading around $2.50 to do a forward split. I know you are in MLON. They did a 200 for 1 forward split when they were at $5.00. Their reasoning was that they wanted to increase volume and make their stock more liquid. When MLON did their split it was also right after their IPO, so I think the two situations are comparable. Here is the link to that story...
http://biz.yahoo.com/pz/040226/53334.html

Posted by Poot Poot on :

Auction Mills Inc. Launches Initial Training Facility
Wednesday July 28, 4:32 pm ET

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 28, 2004--Auction Mills Inc. (PinkSheets:AUML - News) today announced imminent opening of their main training facility located in the Dallas area. This facility will be used to train all franchisee and area developers to operate franchise drop off stores in a systemized format to insure consistent performance.
The Company has had an amazing total franchise information requests representing 6,287 potential franchises in over 48 states and 17 countries. There have been information requests from 379 area developers (15 franchises per area developer) and 602 single store franchise information requests totaling 6,287 potential Auction Mills Inc. drop off stores.

For more information about Auction Mills Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com

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Contact:
For Auction Mills Inc.
Patrick Arnett, 281-999-7721

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Source: Auction Mills Inc.

Posted by realityinc21 on :

LAST DAY TO PURSHASE BEFORE FORWARD SPLIT.

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DIANA

Posted by sync2112 on :

quote:
Originally posted by realityinc21:
LAST DAY TO PURSHASE BEFORE FORWARD SPLIT.

You have until the 8/4 to get the split......one comment about the forward split. I saw a reference to mlon doing the same. Yes they did and shortly after it tanked huge. I own melon and hope it rebounds and have been thinking of buying into this as well but the split can be perceived many ways.

Posted by Poot Poot on :

Another PR.
Seems the franchise requests keep rolling in. Most are from area developers, 33 more since wed. Looks good to me.
Hope the 5 for 1 split brings on more investors come aug 4th.

Press Release Source: Auction Mills Inc.

Auction Mills Inc. Updates Franchise Information
Friday July 30, 4:05 pm ET

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 30, 2004--Auction Mills Inc. (PinkSheets:AUML - News) today announced that franchise interest has been greater than anticipated. The Company has been busy responding to franchise inquiries and sending out many information packages. Franchise information requests have totaled 6,853, representing 412 area developers (15 stores per developer) and 673 single store franchises.
Auction Mills Inc. supplies the public with a convenient, professional and confidential approach to participating in the eBay online marketplace. Experienced eBay auctioneers provide customers with a method of turning unused items into cash. The Company actually takes possession of the items to be auctioned eliminating the hassle and wasted time associated with the selling process and allows customers an opportunity to benefit from the existing relationship that Auction Mills Inc. has with eBay. This exciting method of marketing is currently available to franchisees. Management intends to cultivate a worldwide network of franchises that will work unanimously to offer the public the most effective tool available for online marketing.

For more information about Auction Mills Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com

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Contact:
For Auction Mills Inc.
Patrick Arnett, 281-999-7721

Posted by Dardadog on :

Inc. 5 for 1 Forward Stock Split

NOTE TO EDITORS: The Following Is an Investment Opinion Being Issued
by StockSplits.com.

LAKE HARMONY, PA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 08/04/04 -- Auction Mills,
Inc.'s (OTC: AUML) effective date for the stock split will be August
4, 2004. To participate in the stock split you must be a shareholder
of record on or before August 4, 2004.

Auction Mills, Inc. supplies the public with a convenient,
professional and confidential approach to participating in the eBay
online marketplace. Experienced eBay auctioneers provide customers
with a method of turning unused items into cash. The Company actually
takes possession of the items to be auctioned eliminating the hassle
and wasted time associated with the selling process and allows
customers an opportunity to benefit from the existing relationship
that Auction Mills, Inc. has with eBay. This exciting method of
marketing is currently available to franchisees. Management intends
to cultivate a worldwide network of franchises that will work
unanimously to offer the public the most effective tool available for
online marketing.

Other active stocks are Yahoo! Inc. (NASDAQ: YHOO), eBay Inc.
(NASDAQ: EBAY), Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN).

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Due Da Due......But Be Quick About It!!!!!

Wid ma mind on ma money an' ma money on ma mind!!!

DaDog

Posted by realityinc21 on :

FROM .10 TO 4.30 NOT A BAD TRADE. YEEEHAA

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DIANA

Posted by Poot Poot on :

I second that. YEEEHAA!!!

Posted by Jo-Kool on :

Profit taking for the last hour!!

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Jo-Kool

Posted by Poot Poot on :

Press Release Source: Auction Mills Inc.

Auction Mills Inc. Franchise Request Update
Wednesday August 4, 5:20 pm ET

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 4, 2004--Auction Mills Inc. (PinkSheets:AUML - News) today announced the Company has updated its franchise information request numbers to date of 482 area developers (15 per developer) and 786 single store franchises for a total of 8,016 potential franchisees.
The training facility located at 2917 Elm Street, Suite C, Dallas, Texas, is in the process of being constructed to prepare franchise owners to enter into the online marketing business. The training will educate students on the details of drop off store business structure and management techniques, software and hardware required for inventory evaluation and pricing and many other necessary aspects involved with online marketing.

For more information about Auction Mills Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com

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Contact:
For Auction Mills Inc.
Patrick Arnett, 281-999-7721

Posted by maniladreamin on :

quote:
Originally posted by rajarammx:

What they really do is for every 1 stock you get 5 stocks & your PPS gets divided by 5.
Example ---
Before
I keep seeing that this company was supposed to split, but it I dont see anywhere that it has.
so whats up?
did it split or not?
100 Stocks - PPS 2 dollars - Cost Basis 200 U.S.
After the 1-5 split
500 Stocks - PPS 0.4 dollars - Cost Basis 200 U.S.

Posted by MooseLite04 on :

Is it a good time to go in now? The split is done. Any advice?

Posted by Poot Poot on :

It rocketed up then took a dip but it's now up again!

Posted by Poot Poot on :

I think that it will be good for the long haul. That's just my opinion but with over 8000 potential franchisees around the world and growing every day this could be very, very big.

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Auction Mls Inc (OTHER OTC: AUML) Last Update: 7:40:00 PM ET Aug 5, 2004

FedEx Named Exclusive Carrier for Auction Mills

DALLAS, Aug 5, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills, Inc. (Pinksheets:AUML) today announced the Company has signed with FedEx Corporation (FDX) to be the exclusive carrier for Auction Mills, Inc. FedEx Corporation will provide superior quality, reliability and value to franchise owners and bring a powerful marketing edge to enhance their efforts.

Whether the Company uses FedEx Domestic or International Services or FedEx Ground or Home Delivery, franchise owners will be satisfied with the reliable and consistent service that has always been a trademark of FedEx.

Matters discussed in this press release are "forward looking statements". Statements describing objectives or goals or the Company's future plans are also forward looking statements and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including the financial performance of the Company and market valuations of its stock, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated.

For more information about Auction Mills, Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com.

SOURCE: Auction Mills, Inc.

Auction Mills, Inc.Patrick Arnett, 281-999-7721

Posted by Poot Poot on :

This was a dual PR.
FedEx has a PR as well.

Posted by sync2112 on :

Can you give me a reason why anyone would use Auction Mills? Why would anyone in ther right mind shell out cash for a franchise then fork over part of your profits also. Any jippo in the land can start ther own store and not pay squat. Make your money while you can. This is a doomed buisness model. Its a good idea but you don`t need to be affiliated with any franchise to flourish.

Posted by Poot Poot on :

I guess you could say that about any franchise.
Anybody could sell burgers and fries or a cup of coffee....I guess McDonalds, BK, D$D, and Starbucks are doomed too....humph

Posted by Jo-Kool on :

I agree, they just closed the Mcdonalds by my house, because of competition.

Posted by Jo-Kool on :

and now Mcdonalds is building a bigger better place, with an indoor playland. ohh im excited!!!

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Posted by sync2112 on :

You have missed the point. Micky-d owners pay a one time fee. They then have too buy the food they sell from the resterraunt. Same as all fast food chains. Thats how the parent company makes there cash. Now this model is much different. They have to pay a continued fee over and over. Its a terrible model with zero comparison too any fast food chain. The fast food chains food can only be bought at ther respective stores. Imagine any joe blow selling the exact Big mac or whopper for less than the original.........the original would not be in buisness long. Many have tried this model and most have failed. Hey many of you are missing the point. Still lots of cash to be made on auml. Its just a momentum play. It will not see a red cent for a long while. In the meantime the share price will take a steep dive. They all do after a run like this. Enjoy the moment!

Posted by maniladreamin on :

I would wait for a pull back at this point

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Posted by HAMMER33333 on :

quote:
Originally posted by sync2112:
You have missed the point. Micky-d owners pay a one time fee. They then have too buy the food they sell from the resterraunt. Same as all fast food chains. Thats how the parent company makes there cash. Now this model is much different. They have to pay a continued fee over and over. Its a terrible model with zero comparison too any fast food chain. The fast food chains food can only be bought at ther respective stores. Imagine any joe blow selling the exact Big mac or whopper for less than the original.........the original would not be in buisness long. Many have tried this model and most have failed. Hey many of you are missing the point. Still lots of cash to be made on auml. Its just a momentum play. It will not see a red cent for a long while. In the meantime the share price will take a steep dive. They all do after a run like this. Enjoy the moment!

Where did you get this information on their business model? I wonder how there could be 7,000+ interests in such a dumb model. Or maybe this is all a front for an illegitimate company?

Posted by sync2112 on :

quote:
Originally posted by HAMMER33333:
Where did you get this information on their business model? I wonder how there could be 7,000+ interests in such a dumb model. Or maybe this is all a front for an illegitimate company?

The model is there for all to see my friend. Folks have been doing this for years. We have one in my town that has been open for 18 months. They do great. They are just a mom and pop shipping outlet that also does e-bay for a 10% fee. Auml does not stand a chance. How can they...a 15 grand up front plus fees up to 30%. And as your staement states..lots of interest.but no takers. They have yet to announce one person signed up. All stocks do a run up, the key is not to be greedy and get out. Hope you made some cash. Remeber its a pink sheet company with zero earning for the forseeable future with a stock price SKY HIGH...LOOK OUT BELOW!

Posted by Rags2BetahRags on :

Why pick AUML and leave NuMarkets??

I am not bashing but asking as I am new and dont understand as both seemed llike a good concept in todays trends. Hope someone will look at this as an unbiased opinion and inquiring more input not a judgement call or bashing as its put.

Posted by Jeremy on :

I own an eBay drop-off store just like auction mills, so I know exactly how the business model works, how much money is to be made, etc. This stock should not be trading at 10 cents a share pre-split, let alone nearly 1.00 after the split.

They initially went public with 60 million shares. During this time, with the current O/S it was trading at $3+, giving it a market cap of over 180 million dollars on a company that has 0 revenue, 0 assets, and just a potentially successful business model. After the 5 for 1 split, at 90 cents a share, the market cap is 270,000,000 dollars.

Now.. let me run some numbers for you, since I've been doing this business for about 9 months now, have a few franchise offers, and know exactly what it takes to have one of these become profitable.

1 auction mills store would need to have average annual revenue of at a minimum, half a million dollars to sustain itself. Let's break it down:

500,000 revenue
an average of 30% commission = 150,000 profit
Average rent for a decent 2,000 sq/ft retail location in most cities, average 2,500/month or 30,000 a year.
Utilities such as internet access, phone system, etc, 2,000/year.
3-4% franchise payback = another 3-5,000 dollars per year.

So after just "paying the bills" with half a million in revenue, that store is is left with a profit of approx. $113,000.

As a franchise owner, what do you think they would want to make yearly? If they worked in the store full time, they would want to make a salary of about 50k/year. Ok, so with the owner making their salary, you have $63,000 dollars to work with to hire employees. You need at minimum, 2 full-time employees at one store (that's what we use now, and we don't do nearly half a mil annualy). So you drop another 35-50k on another assistant manager or whatever you want to call it. You're left with 10-20k to hire part time work, and you've used every penny of a half million dollars in sales.

Now, that is a business model that can work, yes. BUT, does anyone here realize what 500,000 dollars worth of eBay stuff is and how much time is involved? I will tell you right now, that kind of volume, you would need a 24/7 operation, a 5,000 sq ft building, and about 5-6 full-time employees to consistently run and manage that kind of volume. And as you can see, the store would not make enough money to support that.

We are on track to do about 60,000 in revenue our first year, and we are backlogged with 2 people working 50 hours a week only running a couple hundred of auctions every week. We even have custom software that integrates directly with ebay, our accounting system, and shipping system, so it is as efficient as possible, but the time it takes to check an item in, take photos, do a little research and make the listing, and then ship items... you need a lot of staff on hand to really be able to pump out the high volume needed.

All of that being said, AUML has the right idea with the franchise, because that is where the money is. franchise fees of at least 10k a pop, you get a couple dozen of those under your belt and you're sitting on a large pillow of cash with minimal work. But, I doubt you will see that many franchises actually sign up once the potential franchiees run their numbers and see what it takes to create a livable salary.

People think AUML is the first one to do this, but there are a handful of other companies with franchises already in other states, some companies have millions of capital behind their venture, and they are still growing VERY slowly, and are not proclaiming to have thousands of new franchises lined up

The idea is hot right now, and it may or may not work. But it really does take a lot of volume to generate enough money to make a store worthwhile, and to maintain that volume it ends up costing more in staffing than originally planned.

I mean we're not even a public company, we don't even advertise outside of our own city, yet we receive calls about people wanting to franchise and get people driving in from across the state on a weekly basis. Their PRs that simply "update" everyone on the number of franchise calls are just crap and hold no meaning. AUML does not have any numbers to show their potential franchisers, so actually getting them to sign up is going to be difficult.

After watching this AUML thing unfold, we are considering going public on the pinks as well with our company, because AUML raised a quick 1M dollars with their IPO with no revenue and nothing but an idea. Who cares if the idea is a flop now, the owners just lined their pockets with other people's money, so any franchises that do open up as a result of going public and gaining publicity is just all the better.

This is all just in my opinion of course, but this stock is incredibly over valued and hyped without anyone taking the time to really examine the model and the company to see what the true potential is.

Posted by sync2112 on :

Good post Jeremy, you put some time into that. It details what I have been saying all along. The mom and pops can just crush the auction mills formula. They cannot compete with all the overhead they will have. You may have a store front but one is not even needed. One can do this from there home given the space. I sit on a large piece of land.....a 1.25 acre with a large shop and e-bay the hell out of styuff as its really a kick in the pants and has financed alot of vacations and stock purchases. P[eople who have made cash on auction mills have done great but it will fall. As you see also they have made no cash and have no accets..there are companys out there now that have of late been beaten down with good earnings and real accets to invest in. It will be fun to watch this while thing unfold.

Posted by Poot Poot on :

Thanks for the input.
Nice to hear from someone who actually owns one of these kind of francises.
Maybe if you owned more than one store you would make more money.

Take Subway for example.
I know that if you own 1 franchise you won't make much money at all.... maybe 30000 a year tops.
A friend of mine owns 2 and says that you have to own at least 2 to make a decent living....(no need for a second job)

You know Subway is the largest franchise in the world....even though its hard to make a living owning just one.

According to the PR's, 90% of Auction Mills requests come from developers...15 stores each.
Now my question is, if you were to own 15 dropoff stores with hired employes, in your opinion, how much money would an owner make?

Posted by Jeremy on :

That is where the money is, with developers who want to "own" a region and buy say a dozen franchises in a greater metro area. If they have 100k to throw down in franchise fees, they could stake claim to an area, locking out potential competition.

Usually these developers have millions of dollars to play with, so to them, starting up 10 stores and dropping a mil to get them off the ground is nothing, in hopes that in a few years, he is collecting $$$ for not doing any work other than planting the seed so to speak.

Initially, the owner would not make anything, as it takes time to build business. But if each store was profitable, then the franchise owner could make a nice sum of money with minimal involvement.

But.... and this is a big but. This model does not purchase or keep any inventory. If you have a few weeks with very few customers, you are hurting. Same goes for buyers, you might have people bringing you 100 items per week, but what if these items are not currently selling well on eBay? What if they are selling, but only for a fraction of what they were a few months ago? Again, it is extremely unpredictable, and very risky. One week could be great, but the next could be horrible. You don't have a constant flow of customers like you do with say a fast food joint, gas station, etc.

As an example, I had to go into work today because a man from over an hour away wanted to bring us some items. He brought a whole cube truck full of original and unopened star trek and star wars collectibles. He said what he brought was valued at about 15-20k. This was just one person, one day. As you can see, that is huge! It only took us 3 hours to inventory everything, and now we're ready to list... at about 30% of even 15k and a few weeks work, we're looking at 4-5k in profit for the next few weeks if most sells. But, like I just mentioned, if the market for these items is not doing very well, we could sell only 50% of it. Maybe less. Maybe we'll sell all of it for even more than he expects? Who knows. If it doesn't sell, it equates to a LOT of lost time and energy, but that is the change you have to take.

So again, the possibility is there to make good money, the franchise idea is very possible (I know, we have our franchise papers all drawn up and are licensed in 3 states already), but this is not a consistent business model, and it will not make anyone rich overnight. All that being said, this AUML story has been entertaining, and extremely profitable for a lot of people. But, everytime they release a PR saying they got a few more phone calls from potential franchisers, don't get too excited, because until they sign any deals, they will continue to have no revenue.

So just my two cents, be careful with it.

Posted by Poot Poot on :

Thanks Jeremy for your excellent posts.

BTW, I think the star trek and starwars collectibles will all go very fast......

Wish the best of luck to you.

Posted by sync2112 on :

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Jeremy:
[B]That is where the money is, with developers who want to "own" a region and buy say a dozen franchises in a greater metro area. If they have 100k to throw down in franchise fees, they could stake claim to an area, locking out potential competition.
This is where the problem lies...you cannot lock up any region........the small timers like yourself can cut the rate auction mills charges in half and make a profit and every dime goes into the owners hand. Auction mills will be such easy pickins in the buisness world it won`t be funny. They remind me of web van or home grocer.com./ They were the first in the home grocerty delivery but the ones who came behind them did it right.like the big chain grocery stores.Safeway ect. They already had the infrastructure to do it and just flat stomped the high flying .com start ups. Those companies took off just like auction mills did but all are bankrupt now. Another thing auction mills has going against is these store are already out here and thriving. Its not like they are the first to market...they have come a bit late to the party.

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Auction Mls Inc (OTHER OTC: AUML) Last Update: 8:30:00 AM ET Aug 9, 2004

Auction Mills Inc. Announces Upward Revised Target Price

DALLAS, Aug 9, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills Inc. (PinkSheets:AUML) has received a revised target price for its common stock from Market Advisors of $4.875. On July 21, 2004, Auction Mills Inc. released a report on the Company prepared by Market Advisors Research. This report has been revised to reflect the current status of the Company as follows:

As per the July 21st fact sheet on Auction Mills Inc. there have been a number of significant events to update on this Company. First, we need to change our initial price on the fact sheet as a stock split has occurred. Instead of $0.88, the split puts the initial price at just under $0.18. Since our target price was exceeded at $4.25 and actually went beyond that level (reaching a high over $5.00) prior to the split, we now need to revise the short-term price and place it at $4.875. As of today (August 6th), AUML is trading at $1.02.

The excitement generated from the announcement that FedEx Corporation (FDX) was named as the exclusive carrier for the Company and the on-going requests for franchise information (8,781 to date) illustrate the value perceived by the public for Auction Mills Inc. and that is reflected in the current price of the common stock.

For more information about Auction Mills Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com

SOURCE: Auction Mills Inc.

For Auction Mills Inc.Patrick Arnett, 281-999-7721

Posted by HAMMER33333 on :

I want to thank all of you for your information and opinions. I dumped my shares. The old adage "If it is too good to be true, it probably is" sure rings home here. We have not heard about any sales or other stores opening. We have only heard about "interest". I wanted to get out before the landslide. Aren't these "adjusted price estimates" coming from the company itself (AUML)? Talk about boosting your own stock.

Posted by Jeremy on :

When I saw that today, where they were putting a value on their stock, it was simply laughable. I don't know as if I've ever seen a pinksheet or otc stock give estimates like that before, and the ridiculous number they used made it even more absurd. Over 4.00 per share with 300 million shares, giving them a market cap of 1.5 billion dollars? LOL...

If this were true, they would not be on the pinksheets

Posted by WWJD-thru-me on :

Thanks everyone for the great posts. I missed this in the beginning and was waiting for a drop in price. I think I will pass and just wanted to say thanks for the help. -Debi

Posted by Google on :

Don't be pestimistic on this stock. They gave perfect estimates on the value of this stock. If over 8000 individuals requested info on franchises, and if just one of those individuals decides to buy 15 stores, AUML is gonna fly, no matter wat you say.

-Dollar Dollar Bills Yall

Posted by sync2112 on :

quote:
Originally posted by Google:
Don't be pestimistic on this stock. They gave perfect estimates on the value of this stock. If over 8000 individuals requested info on franchises, and if just one of those individuals decides to buy 15 stores, AUML is gonna fly, no matter wat you say.
-Dollar Dollar Bills Yall

You best buy some new batteries for your calculator

Posted by rajarammx on :

Usually a lot of bashing of one stock is good......I am holding....

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Raja

Always do your DD before Investing or Daytrading

Posted by Jo-Kool on :

Good point raja, me and a few are holding, seems like lots of potential for this one. this run it had before the split is just the first of many to come. Seems like splits scare off alot of people, but u'll see them comming right back in this one. Theres more to come in this.

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Posted by maniladreamin on :

Originally posted by Jo-Kool:
[b]Good point raja, me and a few are holding, seems like lots of potential for this one. this run it had before the split is just the first of many to come. Seems like splits scare off alot of people, but u'll see them comming right back in this one. Theres more to come in this.

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If you want to buy some more auml, now might be a good time. Its down around midway support. I am going to sit out some more and watch it. I might be singing the blues, but I am not ready to get in yet.

[This message has been edited by maniladreamin (edited August 10, 2004).]

Posted by sync2112 on :

I would be ready for more reality to hit auml today as it was yesterday. Watching auml is like reading the phone book. Very predictable. Those who are still holding are going to watch there cash continue to be taken. In 2004 investors just won`t give a company with ZERO revs and ZERO accets a lofty valuation for very long. That silly company price prediction really put the companys management into perspective. Since they are a pink sheet they do not report anything but I wonder how far in debt they are now give they only burn cash and make none ?

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Auction Mls Inc (OTHER OTC: AUML) Last Update: 8:01:00 AM ET Aug 12, 2004

Auction Mills, Inc. Replaces August 6th Press Release

DALLAS, Aug 12, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills, Inc. (PINKSHEETS:AUML) previously announced a revised target price for its common stock from Market Advisors. For clarification, the Company requested that Market Advisors provide a new explanation about the upward revised target price as follows:

Jeff Helleberg, lead analyst for Market Advisors, recently stated, "We are pleased with the performance of Auction Mills, Inc. (AUML). Our initial report listed a short-term target price that was exceeded recently when the stock price reached the $5.00 level. Since then, the stock split 5 for 1, which reflects the current price now. We feel AUML can once test the levels it enjoyed prior to the stock split, especially since the most recent announcement that FedEx would be shipping their products, and that the number of inquiries to obtain franchises surpassed the Company's expectations, our new short-term target price of $4.875 could be reached."

This clarification of the prior release clearly states the new revised short-term target price of $4.875.

For more information about Auction Mills, Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com

SOURCE: Auction Mills, Inc.

Auction Mills, Inc.Patrick Arnett, 281-999-7721

Posted by sync2112 on :

What a laugh of a press release. If you like auml. The buying opp is heading your way with continued fall. The press releas should have stated look for the price to go where it began in the beginning of July. Price target of nearly 5 bucks for a PINK SHEET COMPANY WITH NO EARNING OR PROPERTY.......I am still laughing on that one!!!!

Posted by HAMMER33333 on :

You really have to be careful with these Pink Sheet stocks. Since this is from the company itself they can say absolutely anything. They could say "We are working out relationships with MicroSoft". The SEC is not monitoring them. It does make you wonder (probably is the case) if organized crime would find these situations as opportunities.

Posted by goforit72545 on :

Diana,

I would like to apologize to you for giving you a bad time on some of your prior penny stock DD's. I think my ego got in the way of my common sense. You are one smart investor. I wish you luck in your future. I really am sorry.

goforit

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

I just noticed this one from last Thursday:

Auction Mls Inc (OTHER OTC: AUML) Last Update: 4:10:00 PM ET Aug 12, 2004

Qualifying Process Begins for Auction Mills Franchisees

DALLAS, Aug 12, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills Inc. (Pink Sheets:AUML) is excited to announce the first part of September they will begin the qualifying process for potential franchisees. Auction Mills will first focus its qualifying efforts in the Dallas/Fort Worth and surrounding areas, followed by Texas and then across the nation.

Focusing on the Dallas/Fort Worth area will give Auction Mills a base from which to expand its efforts. In the Dallas/Fort Worth area there have been 39 requests for franchise information, which represents a potential of 193 franchises: 11 area developers (15 stores per area developer) and 28 single store requests.

For the State of Texas, Auction Mills has received 128 requests for franchise information representing a potential of 660 franchises: 38 area developers (15 stores per area developer) and 90 single store requests.

To date Auction Mills has received a grand total of 1517 requests for franchise information representing a potential of 9,469 franchises: 568 area developers (15 stores per area developer) and 949 single store requests.

The Auction Mills training facility is located at 2917 Elm Street, Suite C, Dallas, Texas, and will serve to prepare potential franchisees and area developers to enter into the online marketing business. The training will educate these potential franchisees and area developers on the details of drop off store business structure and management techniques, software and hardware required for inventory evaluation and pricing and many other necessary aspects involved with online marketing.

Auction Mills supplies the public with a convenient, professional and confidential approach to participating in the eBay online marketplace. Experienced eBay auctioneers provide customers with a method of turning unused items into cash. The Company actually takes possession of the items to be auctioned eliminating the hassle and wasted time associated with the selling process and allows customers an opportunity to benefit from the existing relationship that Auction Mills Inc. has with eBay. Management intends to cultivate a worldwide network of franchises that will work unanimously to offer the public the most effective tool available for online marketing.

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Auction Mls Inc (OTHER OTC: AUML) Last Update: 6:29:00 PM ET Aug 18, 2004

Auction Mills Inc. Ramps up Franchise Operation

DALLAS, Aug 18, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills Inc. (Pink Sheets:AUML) today is pleased to update its progress with regards to the Dallas headquarters located in Deep Ellum. Friends, shareholders and prospective franchisees are curious about the development of the flagship office that will be completed soon. The build-out is almost complete to accommodate the 100% increase in staff and 3,000-square-foot training facility. The training facility will familiarize franchisees with standardized methods of operation pertaining to online marketing and use of required equipment.

While many of Auction Mill's competitors have fragmented operations, the Company feels confident that it will reach the $4.875 target by quickly training and managing new franchise owners to efficiently utilize this exciting new opportunity in online marketing.

Due to the overwhelming response to franchise and investor inquiries, Auction Mills has established a new Corporate Communications Department that has been structured to offer a more expedient response to electronic and telephone inquiries. We have spoken to most of you that have called in person, and we are preparing an email distribution with franchise information for prospective franchisees, area developers and general inquiries.

Auction Mills is now accepting resumes for the following positions: Train-the-Trainers, Company Store Personnel and Call Center Customer Service. Please direct all inquiries to Human.Resources@AuctionMills.com or 214-747-2292, press 3.

The Auction Mills team will look forward to hearing from you soon to review the opportunities associated with franchise ownership.

Posted by Rags2BetahRags on :

I dont own this stock and wont own this stock.

I think their system is TOO EASY to be duplicated with too many independent dealers already in place doing similar things as well as the average Joe can sell his own things or with such ease as a friend do it for them. Why would anyone pay for thsi service?

I am a powerseller on Ebay and have been doing it parttime for over a 2 years. I only sell dropshipped items and never see an item myself so why would I want to pay for someone to do it?? Secondly on business point why would I pay to warehouse items for others for a minimal mark up of 20%? I believe if this was such an original and feasible concept just an opinion BUT dotn you think EBAY would have doen it? or since they are allowing others to do it what is their piece of the pie to ride their coat tails for he ads and marketing using the bay logo trademarks and name? Ebay offers schools for the sellers for all levels for free as well. Anything I have seen about this company has limited potential. I believe they can make it BUT not the numbers they are projecting. They will be copied and duplicated as soon as they open with mom and pop shops or a competitor like fast food which makes it difficult for all these forecasts to be acurate at all. The concept is good but too simple to be copied.

Hey thats my take on this one. I dont care if you think I am bashing I am giving an opinion and you can take it as bashing or constructive criticism but i have given it and its up to you how you take it. Go nuts

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Rags

Many people like yourself do ebay themselves because:

1. They are not internet/computer-impaired (but many people are)

2. They know how to work a digital camera (but many people don't)

3. They know how to pack a box (but many people don't)

4. They're not lazy and stupid (but many people are)

Probably, when Mailboxes, etc. came along, people thought the same thing. "Why would I go to a store, when I can just mail the stuff myself?"

I don't know. I'm not very heavily committed financially, but heck, I'll hold on to some for a while. (I missed the pre-split days... crap.)

Oh, and it looks like AUML gets a lot more commission than what you mentioned.

$38 comm for $100 item

$266 comm for $1,000 item

Hey, can you post a link to where I can find out more about drop-shipping?

Thanks.

Posted by Rags2BetahRags on :

send me an email at rag2betterrags@yahoo.com and i can send you a bunch of different sites depending on what you are looking for. I sell everything form guitars to engine stands auto tools to cement mixers and novelties for flea markets and name brand kitchen appliances and bicycles. I have carried over 4000 items at any given time.

I also want to say I think the idea is good behind this company I just dotn think it is a match for me as I cant see them making the projections they forecast and see it too easy to duplicate with a little bit of ingenuity. I could design a site for dropshipping and copy the drop off site in a matter of days but dont think it is profitable enough for me or want more headaches I wish you all the luck and hope the best for those invested in it. I only state an opinion and thats all it is. Opinions are like a##holes everyone got one and they all stink.

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Rags

May I assume I have to add the missing "S" in your address?

Posted by Rags2BetahRags on :

yes add it LOL

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Auction Mls Inc (OTHER OTC: AUML) Last Update: 5:40:00 PM ET Aug 24, 2004

Auction Mills and Infopia Partner to Launch New eBay Consignment System

DALLAS, Aug 24, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills Inc. (Pink Sheets:AUML) partners with Infopia Inc. to launch dynamic new eBay consignment technology.

Infopia Inc. and Auction Mills Inc. plan to release Auction Mills Marketplace Manager(TM) in conjunction with the first round of company-owned stores scheduled to open in September.

Infopia is the developer of Marketplace Manager(TM) and specializes in providing innovative ecommerce solutions to retailers, manufacturers and eBay Power Sellers. Infopia brings years of eBay management, CRM and ecommerce and logistics experience to the partnership. eBay awarded Infopia the 2004 Innovative Developer of the Year at the recent eBay Live convention in New Orleans.

Auction Mills and Infopia have agreed to a channel partnership where Infopia will power the engine for the Auction Mills Web site infrastructure. This will allow area developers and franchisees to focus on the building of their business, rather than managing their backend systems.

"We are enthusiastic about the opportunity that Auction Mills has presented to our company. They are well-poised to capture significant market share in the auction consignment industry and have created a very exciting franchise opportunity," said Jalali Hartman, EVP of Product Development at Infopia in Salt Lake City, Utah. "Collaborating on this project to implement an inexpensive Web-based eBay and consignment management solution we believe we can dramatically increase the flow of collectibles and practicals onto eBay and ultimately increase the profits of each franchise owner."

"Our partnership with Infopia has allowed us to launch a comprehensive eBay consignment system for our franchise owners. Auction Mills franchise owners will be able to leverage an award-winning ecommerce platform that is tailored to meet their specific needs," said Michael Uskovich, CEO of AuctionMills. "Now franchise owners can get up and running quickly and easily, while managing their business anywhere they have a Web connection."

For more information about Auction Mills Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com

For more information about Infopia Inc. and the award-winning Marketplace Manager(TM) platform visit www.infopia.com.

SOURCE: Auction Mills Inc.

For Auction Mills Inc.Patrick Arnett, 214-747-2292Fax: 214-889-5540info@auctionmills.com

Posted by tradingpennys on :

I think this stock will do well, VERY well. I have been selling on eBay for 5 yrs. I know many people who would be interested in selling without the hassel. re: "Rags2BetahRags
Member posted August 20, 2004 08:05 -I believe if this was such an original and feasible concept just an opinion BUT dotn you think EBAY would have doen it?" eBay does have something simular but you have to be registered on eBay and you can have someone sell your item for you through eBay. With this idea AUML offers it would be physically close to you and you don't have to do any of the work. And there is at times alot of work. Especially if your selling antiques, collectables, and vintage items. IMO this stock will fly, with eBay excitied about it - who knows they may merge eventually. Like Paypal did. eBay is probly going to see how it does first.

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Auction Mls Inc (OTHER OTC: AUML) Last Update: 8:00:00 AM ET Sep 13, 2004

Auction Mills Inc. Named as Corporate Sponsor for Ryan Gibson Foundation Charity Golf Classic, Benefitting Leukemia Research

DALLAS, Sep 13, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills Inc. (Pink Sheets:AUML) has signed on as a corporate sponsor for the Ryan Gibson Foundation Charity Golf Classic, benefitting leukemia research, to be held Oct. 5, 2004, at the Four Seasons Resort & Club, home of the EDS Byron Nelson Classic. This year's honorary chairman is NBA superstar Spud Webb. Auction Mills joins an impressive list of corporate sponsors including, Stevens Transport, Premier Club, McCormick Distilling, Cyconic Golf, Capital Institutional Services, Andres Real Estate, CSI Coverage and notable Dallas restaurants Tei Tei and Teppo. Auction Mills has also formed a team for tournament play and its executives will participate in the event alongside 150 of Dallas' top business leaders, company owners and executives. Many of Auction Mills' employees and staff have also generously committed to volunteering their time on the day of the event. All money raised will go directly to the Ryan Gibson Foundation, which benefits leukemia research. For more information on the event and foundation, visit www.ryangibsonfoundation.org.

SOURCE: Auction Mills Inc.

For Auction Mills Inc., DallasPatrick Arnett, 214-747-2292214-889-5540 (fax)info@auctionmills.com

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Auction Mls Inc (OTHER OTC: AUML) Last Update: 6:05:00 PM ET Sep 13, 2004

Auction Mills Inc. Announces Progress Update

DALLAS, Sep 13, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills Inc. (Pink Sheets:AUML) has an updated report on the current status of business. The greatest number of inquiries have been from the following states: Texas (Dallas, San Antonio and Houston), California (Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco) and nearly the entire state of Florida. Self-identified individuals are currently going through the second level of selection criteria as Prospective Area Developers and Franchisees and will soon receive a franchise application. Other states that are still at the serious first level of inquiry are Indiana, North Carolina, Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey. International inquiries under consideration have been from the United Kingdom, Australia, Portugal, Costa Rica and India.

Continued patience is appreciated while the final efforts are made to prepare for the opening of the first company stores to set the template for the roll-out for the future franchises. The training facility is now fully operational and we are readying for the first classes to begin within the week for the company stores staff.

The Company plans to expand its franchise operation within Texas and extend its corporate development nationally. The response from the public has shown that the online marketing strategy is of great interest to the public and Auction Mills Inc. is supplying services to meet the demand.

Posted by sync2112 on :

Sure starting to shape up like a IBZT/QBID scam. The share price is crumbling and the management delays are coming on strong.

Posted by justplayin on :

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Originally posted by sync2112:
Sure starting to shape up like a IBZT/QBID scam. The share price is crumbling and the management delays are coming on strong.

Delays???? What did I miss?

Posted by sync2112 on :

How tough do you think it is to open a store....ever watch a subway go in.....5 days. How many months here? Not one store and not one person willing to sign on the dotted line. Only folks showing interest. Keep watching the share price. Thats your story!

Posted by justplayin on :

Have you ever bought a franchise?? It takes up to a year to get qualified, select a location, build, and get up and running.

Additionally, this is a new concept. Potential franchise owners have not been selected, only applications being reviewed.

I like a concept that doesn't allow just any untrained Joe run a shop.

Oh, GM, Ford, and Chrysler have dropped the last couple days. What a scam those companies are!!!!

Please, just stick with the facts, not conjecture.

Posted by sync2112 on :

We will both keep watching. Great comparison The car companies to AUML...real revelent. Hopefully you won`t loose 2 much cash but the greedy allways do.

Posted by justplayin on :

Already cashed in on this one. Riding free shares.

Great comparison earlier to the fast food industry. Also about as relevant.

Posted by sync2112 on :

I allways love that example of free shares as if they are free. So its ok to loose free shares but not ok to loose ones with a cost basis. Man that kind of investing will make you one rich man...lol

Posted by justplayin on :

How can someone lose money if the shares are free?

And I suppose you ALWAYS make money on your investments.

Get Real!

Posted by sync2112 on :

Ah .... yes that is the point to make cash..not to leave profits in unproven pink sheet companies or otc`s . You are fortunate to make money on a pop and then leave your profit to just dwindle? These pennies have there day and some only have it once. You can stick with your system.when my cash is made it goes to the account to trade again.........not a unproven entity that had a good day way back when. To each his own.......good luck to you in any case.

Posted by justplayin on :

My point exactly!!! Pinks and OTC are extremely unpredictable.

Additionally, I did not say that I took only my original investment back. I just held some free shares.

I left on the table what I was willing to give back on a gamble. Do you know that Microsoft, Amazon, and several others used to be pink or OTC???

The entire market is a gamble. Some double down, some take even money. Is one bettern than the other, who knows!

Posted by rick15001 on :

Awwww man before I could avg down too.

DALLAS, Sep 17, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills Inc. (PINK SHEETS:AUML) is proud to announce the opening of the flagship store located in McKinney, Texas, on Monday, Sept. 20, 2004. The Auction Mills management team will be on site working alongside store employees and welcomes the public to this historic occasion to meet and greet the management and the staff of Auction Mills.

The store's hours of operation will be 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

The opening of the McKinney store continues the fulfillment of the Company's business plan to develop within the state of Texas and then go national with this exciting franchise offering.

For more information about Auction Mills Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own Auction Mills location: www.auctionmills.com

Posted by justplayin on :

Were Movin!!!

Posted by justplayin on :

IOCircuit.com featuring this stock.

They are a paid promoter, but its moving hard!!

Posted by WinsumLosesum on :

Auction Mls Inc (OTHER OTC: AUML) Last Update: 9:06:58 PM ET Oct 6, 2004

Auction Mills Company Update

DALLAS, Oct 06, 2004 (PRIMEZONE via COMTEX) -- Auction Mills Inc. (Pink Sheets:AUML) is proud to announce the successful openings of the first company-owned stores in Dallas and McKinney, Texas. Among general walk-in traffic, a large number of the majority of visitors to date have been business-to-business customers and investors. The recent partnering with Infopia continues to be on target with the companies projected timeline in preparation for franchise roll-outs in early 2005. Applications are continually being improved via the soft openings, and developments will continue as more customers bring their items in for sale, now that the stores are open for walk-in traffic.

The 5,000 franchise requests processed thus far have been edited down to a pre-qualified group of 14 Area Developers representing the following regions; two in northern California, three in southern California, two in Florida, three in Texas, one in Georgia, one in Mississippi, one in Indiana, and one in Massachusetts - representing a total commitment of 210 stores to be rolled out beginning in the first quarter of 2005. The UFOC is in the final stages of review in preparation for the Auction Mills Prospective Franchisee Expo planned for early December. The Grand Opening originally scheduled for mid-October has been pushed out to sync up with the Franchise Expo.

The company has recently expanded the following roles and responsibilities: CEO/Founder, Founder/McKinney Store Manager, Director of Marketing (Media Relations, Advertising, and Franchise Inquiries), Vice President of New Business Development, and Corporate Communications (Franchising Negotiations). Two new online auction experts have been hired, and they are working to upload all items for sale.

Forward-Looking Statements

Matters discussed in this press release are "forward-looking statements." Statements describing objectives or goals or the company's future plans are also forward-looking statements and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including the financial performance of the company and market valuations of its stock, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated.

More information about Auction Mills Inc. and ownership opportunities are available at www.auctionmills.com.

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SOURCE: Auction Mills Inc.

Auction Mills Amy Miller (214) 747-2292 http://www.auctionmills.com

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Auction Mills Area Developer Update
Business Wire - October 22, 2004 14:23

DALLAS, Oct 22, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Auction Mills, Inc. (Pink Sheet:AUML) has hired a nationally known franchising company to write the Corporate Operations Manual that is being constructed in conjunction with the UFOC currently under legal review.

The Prospective Area Developer Applications are being distributed at the end of this week.

Upcoming Stores listed on the website is undergoing review. The original locations listed were scheduled to be company-owned stores, but due to the overwhelmingly positive response received, the next slots will be exclusively for franchises. Soon the list will reflect Territory Reservations of the Prospective Area Developers. This is Phase I of the Area Developer franchise roll-out, Phases II and III are scheduled for Q3 and Q4 2005.

For more information about Auction Mills, Inc. and opportunities associated with owning your own location: www.auctionmills.com.

SOURCE: Auction Mills, Inc.
Auction Mills, Inc., Dallas
Amy Miller, 214-747-2292
Franchise@AuctionMills.com

Posted by sync2112 on :

This thing got a nice suckers rally of 10 cents and I made a lil cashola on it. When it drop again maybe we can get a repeat!