About Us
Since 1968, Furrow Auction Company has been a leader in the real estate and industrial equipment auction industry. Our reputation and relationships deliver the results our clients deserve. We are located in Knoxville, Tennessee, but our reach is nationwide.
Our Greatest Assets
With our staff of professionals, we hold auctioneer licenses in 10 states and real estate licenses in 9 states. We specialize in Public Auctions, both live in-person and online. Our experience, integrity and excellence sets us apart from all others.
Our Proven Capabilities
We create a customized plan for each of our clients with marketing avenues through several marketing outlets. Years of experience, over 15,000 auctions and a wealth of industry knowledge has established Furrow Auction Company as an authority in equipment, personal property, estates and real estate auctions in the Eastern United States.
Our Promise
At Furrow, we promise to offer the best and most professional service in the auction industry, to build long-term relationships, and to implement the auction process as a systematic procedure designed to maximize our client’s objectives and profitability.
Our Experience
Over 56 years of experience, reputation & relationships will deliver the results you deserve. Our goal is to maximize our client’s objectives and profitability. But don’t just take our word for it, hear what our clients have to say:
“Furrow has hosted four auctions for us to date and they have been invaluable. The staff is always accessible and ready to help with all aspects of our auctions. Our auctions couldn’t go any better thanks to the incredible dedicated team at Furrow Auction Company! Thank you and we are looking forward to our next event.” – Steve Rayens
“Furrow Auction Company is a pleasure to deal with and their team is one of the best in the business! Ms. Martha and Will went out of their way to help us through the process and are so nice and professional. Seriously, I cannot recommend this company enough if you are looking to buy or sell at auction!” – Michael Kerekes
“The folks at furrow auction company who have many, many years of experience and who I’m known for years did an excellent job of auctioning material at Wood Stream Hardwoods here in Knoxville. Very professional and got the job done in an efficient way I would recommend them to anyone needing an auction.” – Jim McNutt
“You can’t be in business for more than 50 years without being great at what you do. Very knowledgeable, helpful staff. Highly recommend them.” – Lori Joyner
“One of the most professional organizations you will find. They do a great job and work hard to make sure you are well taken care of. They are honest with their opinion and tell you what they think even if they know it is not what you want to hear. They are highly recommended.” – Bill Ailor
“I’ve dealt with Furrow Auction many times over the past ten years and always found them to be professional, providing great service and an efficient and friendly staff. Definitely recommend!” – Ann Tidwell
Meet Sam Furrow
Sam Furrow, Chairman and Principal Auctioneer at Furrow Auction Company, was born and bred in Paint Rock, Tennessee. Sam has a degree in marketing and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Tennessee. He graduated from the Reppert School of Auctioneering and the Certified Auctioneers Institute of Indiana University and began a career as an auctioneer in 1968.
He has served on a number of boards of directors including AmSouth Bank Advisory Board, the Innovo Group, Inc., and the Knoxville/Knox County Public Building Authority. In the volunteer arena, Sam served as Chairman of the Board of Directors for Leadership Knoxville and the Knoxville Zoo, Campaign Chairman and Chairman of the Board for the United Way of Greater Knox County. In 1994 Phi Delta Theta recognized Sam as the recipient of the National Man of the Year award. Sam was awarded the James A. Haslam II Leadership Award by the Knoxville Chamber in 2010.
He met his wife, Ann, when she was Sweetheart of Tennessee Gamma Phi Delta Theta, and they married in 1967. Sam and Ann enjoy travel and their summer residences in Nantucket, Massachusetts. They share two adult children and three grandchildren.
He describes his professional journey and life experiences in Hits Happen! You will also find Big Sam’s 35 Rules for Managing and Recovering from Financial & Personal Catastrophes. Download Sam’s Book, Hits Happen!
