Theresa's Estate Sale Services

Austin, TX 78704

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Theresa D. Ponzoha

I grew up in a small logging town in Oregon and moved to Austin in the late 70's. I am the 5th of 7 children and had 'hard work' ethic upbringing. I retired after teaching for 35 years and I still find myself in the "school house" substitute teaching and volunteering. But I spend most of my time working and growing my estate sale business.

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My grandmothers and aunts had such beautiful 'keepsakes' in their homes. As a young girl I would spend hours looking at their trinkets during our visits. My mother would tell me stories about her family's heirlooms that had been handed down to her. The heirlooms had notes on the back or bottom with relatives names and the year mom received the gift. From time to time my mother and I would go 'selling' together. On occasion my aunt, uncle and dad would join in the fun! It is because of these strong ties, the time with my family, and stories and keepsakes handed down that I became influenced to start my estate sale company. There is such a pleasure in hearing my clients' heartfelt family stories while at the same time helping them through a difficult time. It's always a delight to hear our customers comments regarding items that have triggered memories for them!

It is in the spirit of my loved ones, (loving memories) that I try to share the love and joy with our estate sale community. People, treasures, stories, and so much more are the fabric of our lives and heritage. Our company hopes to share all this lifetime richness with you.

I have worked estate sale services for over 25+ years in one capacity or another. In the past 4 years my estate sale business has begun to take off! It's all because of you and my staff. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

See You Soon! Theresa D. Ponzoha

* If you'd like to see a past sale: see links below!

Exquisitely A Divine Gem Of A Sale! Too MUCH Is NEVER Enough!

Bastrop Lifetime Legacy Time CapsuleBastrop Lifetime Legacy Time Capsule

River Place, River Place, River Place!River Place, River Place, River Place!River Place, River Place, River Place!

Latin American Treasures - Distinctive Design

Fifty Cherished Years

Coolest Sale In Town

Dynamic Sale On Dunsmere Dr. Be Here At Dunsmere!

FLASHBACK!

"PICKERS PERFECT PARADISE!"

Magnificent Keepsakes at Davis Hill Estates

Tim Curry Collection - Local Musician

Theresa's Treasures

"The Big Easy" On The East Side - Come Get To This!

Grandma's Attic!

Treasure Trove on Ashby

A Truly Steller Sale At Steiner Ranch

Where The Sidewalk Ends And Elgin History Begins

Our Testimonials

V. Saundra Kirk
2117 Clifton St.
Austin, Texas 78704
(512) 447 1058

Letter of Reference
Supporting: Theresa Ponzoha, Estate Sales Agent

Following my mother's passing in 2013, I engaged Theresa Ponzoha as the estate sale agent to clear our family home in Austin, Texas. Our contract was executed to perfection, and Theresa exceeded all my expectations. Tasks that would have been overwhelming for me (particularly at the time), Theresa accomplished with sensitivity and efficiency.

I highly recommend Theresa Ponzoha as an estate sale service professional. She possesses the array of skills, experience, and temperament necessary to be successful in this field. She is trustworthy and honest beyond reproach. She is an expert at researching and valuing furnishings, home accessories, and clothing. And, because she is efficient and organized, she can create order out of chaos.

Like mine, most estate sales are held after a death in the family. So, it is imperative that the agent in charge of liquidating family property must have people skills. Theresa is sympathetic and kind. In addition to a steady stream of the public, many friends and members of my large extended family attended our three day sales event. Afterwards, I received lots of calls from people who made it a point to tell me how impressed they were with Theresa and her staff. Even while deftly handling the business part of the event, she listened with interest, to stories people told about Mother and their memories of visiting our home. During that sale, Theresa became an extension of our family support system.

Theresa Ponzoha screens her assistants in order to ensure that, while on clients' premises, under her leadership and supervision, they will exercise the same care and integrity that she does.

I feel certain that future clients will be highly satisfied with the experience and performance of the Theresa Ponzoha Estate Sales team.

Best regards,
V. Saundra KirkV. Saundra KirkApril 2014

We had the very good fortune to have Theresa Ponzoha handle my mother's estate sale. We did not know what to expect from such an event, but we did know that we had a massive and difficult task ahead of us, and we knew we needed help. Theresa not only came to our aid, she far exceeded our expectations, managing it all, from planning beforehand to clean-up afterwards, with the highest level of professionalism.

She was organized and knowledgeable, sorting through the objects accumulated over a lifetime with care and sensitivity. She and her excellent partner during the sale, Rex O'Neal, a seasoned professional himself, worked diligently and tirelessly to preparer the sale. Everything from largest piece of furniture to the tiniest object was artfully displayed with equal care and respect. Her attention to detail was evident throughout. The glassware was sparkling, the furniture was polished, even the garage looked beautiful! through it all she was calm and cheerful, which we greatly appreciated during that stressful time.

The items were photographed beautifully and the sale was advertised professionally, attracting a high level of interest. The actual estate sale was very well attended, and managed by Theresa and her crew seamlessly.

Not only was Theresa delightful, but everyone with her was as well, helping to make the sale a success. I highly recommend Theresa!K.FisherJuly 2015

Dear Theresa,
I would like to take this time to thank you for the great customer service I received from you during a time of need. After six long months of my trying to sort out my brother's things it became evident that I was over my head. I was not able to really take the time to grieve due to the unforeseen circumstances of losing my brother.

I took to the internet after realizing that I not able to continue tackling the overwhelming responsibility of cleaning my brother's house and decided to contact you for your assistance.

the first lady that came by said although she couldn't take over, she wanted to see what she would be up against and told me I could probably do it. The 2nd lady gave me her verbal quote and left. Then you visited and looked around, gave me information about yourself and listened to my stressful voice in despair. You provided me w/your flyer with information and sat with me to go over this flyer. I hired you and you provided me with the dates that you would be able with the cleaning and sorting of all my brother's precious things that needed to be cleaned and sold and with the date of the sale. A ton of weight was lifted off my shoulders. It was like someone sent you to rescue me from this endeavor.

The day you began I watched you take4 over like a magnet sorting things and cleaning things that made my brother's home seem more acceptable to the public eye. It was indeed a pleasure see the hardwork being accomplished quickly. It was even a more acceptable feeling that you could be trusted in my brother's home. The surprise came when I saw the sale on the internet with pictures of the advertised in the Estate Sale. My brother would have been so proud because the advertisement looked so professional making my brother's things look beautiful. It is no wonder the were out to the street. What you said, you did with such fines, charm and character it was something to brag about. I will never forget it.

Then came the part of payment to the estate and you were so gracious and the entire cause was exhilarating.

Thank you so much for the hard work you provided to make my brother's estate sale look easy and wonderful to al who attended. You went above and beyond during this time of hardship. My family and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Please feel free to use my name as a reference. People needing your service will be delighted.

Minnie Padina
(512) 300-6147Minnie PadinaNovember 2015

Teresita B. Ramirez
ramirez_tere@att.net
Austin, Texas

To Whom It May Concern:

Not long ago I found myself in need of help selling the estate of a dear friend who passed away. To me, this was a daunting task but Theresa Ponzoha came to my rescue (literally). Not only did I need to sell the contents of the house but also place it on the market.

Once Ms. Ponzoha explained the process of the estate sale, I hired her. She provided me with a schedule of events that included: setting the dates for the estate sale, cleaning and staging the contents of the house, pricing items and having her photographer photograph and advertise the estate sale. I was working at the timed was not involved in the process but checked in occasionally.

The entire experience working with Ms. Ponzoha was positive, and productive. Everything she said she'd do she did it. She is a tireless worker with lots of energy. At the end of the estate sale and "cleanup," she provided me with the "payout" promptly.

I highly recommend Ms. Ponzoha! My recommendation is based on my experience, her integrity and work ethic. Please contact me if you need more information at the e-mail address above.

Sincerely,
Teresita B. Ramirez

Teresita B. RamirezFebruary 2016

Re: Theresa Ponzoha Estate Sale Services

To whom it may concern:

Our family engaged Theresa in March 2017 for an estate sale prior to selling our family home. We purchased the home in 1956 so for over 60 years our place was very well-loved, well used, filled with memories and many mementos. Sorting things out and disposing of them seemed an impossible task but Theresa assured us it could be done. We found her to be straightforward, honest, diligent and imaginative.

Everything was cleaned, organized, priced and staged by Theresa and her staff. Theresa researched unusual items to determine a realistic price. She found some treasures among the "junk!" Our family was pleasantly surprised at how nice everything looked right before the sale started. We were no less than amazed at how much sold. I'm absolutely sure it was a worthwhile effort and would hire Theresa again without hesitation.

The Franki Family
by Fredi Franki: (830) 637-7197Fredi FrankiApril 2017

To Whom It May Concern:

I highly recommend Theresa Ponzoha for her expertise in estate sales. Her professionalism and confidence was evident from the first contact that I made with her and throughout the process to the final actions of the estate sale. Her communications and organizational skills are impressive.

The estate sale Theresa handled for me was for my mother's home of 52 years and the home that I grew up in. Needless to say, there were years of treasures stored in that home. Theresa assessed all of the items in the house and provided me with gentle guidance on how to move forward through the estate sale process. One week into the the process, I had to make some adjustments in what to sell and what not to sell. Theresa was professional with the changes that I had to make.

Theresa respected all of my concerns throughout the process and conducted the estate sale with efficiency and safety and security. I would not hesitate to work with Theresa again and am very glad to highly recommend Theresa to anyone who needs assistance with his or her estate sale.

Sincerely,
Keith ZimmermannKeith ZimmermannJuly 2017

To Whom It May Concern:

This note is my wholehearted recommendation of Theresa Ponzoha in her capacity as an organizer and administrator of estate sales. On the suggestion of my real estate agent, I recently hired her to take charge of a house contents sale; and I am happy to state how successful she was in this position and what a great relief it was for me to be able to turn everything over to her and to be able to trust in her judgement and honesty. She was thorough and professional in all her dealings, she presented the sale items on site and online a a way that made it convenient for customers to browse, she was clear in her pricing and general directions to the public during the sale itself; and she sold almost everything. The Salvation Army picked up the rest, and suddenly I was done with a project I had dreaded so much, experiencing minimum stress and enjoying my interactions with Theresa.

I would recommend Ms. Ponzoha to anyone without reservation.

Sincerely,
Connie ToddConnie ToddNovember 2017

Reference for Theresa Ponzoha - Estate Sale Services

I can't say enough good things about Theresa and her services and team. My situation was not typical. My mom's estate was in Mississippi. Upon the sale of her house, I had parsed through her belongings and brought the keepers back to Austin. They sat in storage until my friend offered upper 2nd floor apartment for my estate sale. This was not ideal due to the second floor arrangement, and the apartment was essentially fully furnished. After considering several estate sale companies, my friend introduced me to Theresa. Although my situation was very challenging, she agreed to take me on as a client. Not only that but she became my friend through the process. She was kind, caring and thoughtful and listened to my stories about my mom as we unpacked the items. Her team was very knowledgeable and efficient in pricing and staging. I had several antique furniture items as well as many boxes of antique collectibles. The split in proceeds was fair and competitive. They ran the sale without my involvement which was a relief. It was hard enough to pick out the treasures we kept and say goodbye to the rest of the items she held dear. I don't think I could have made it through the actual sale to strangers looking for bargains. When I showed up the following week to settle up, she had taken the other items that did not sell (upon our agreement) to Goodwill. She had a check and a treat waiting for me as well as some good stories from the sale. For such a sad and trying process, I couldn't have asked for a better partner to work with. I highly recommend Theresa and her team.

Melissa BixbyMelissa BixbyDecember 2017

To whom it may concern:

This letter is being written in reference to the estate sale services of Theresa Ponzoha. In late August of 2018, I contacted Theresa to discuss the specifics of an estate sale for a friend who needed to move from his four bedroom home into a one bedroom apartment because of the progression of Alzheimer's. Before our first appointment, Theresa sent me information about her services which included contract information, advertising of previous sales and letters of reference. When Theresa met personally with me, my sister and the homeowner, she assessed items for sale and gave us useful information about which items to place in a sale.

After my friend moved out of his home in late September, Theresa began her pricing, photographing and advertising for the sale which took place the first weekend in November. During the planning and preparation of the sale, Theresa was ver conscientious. She was very organized and communicated well about all the stages of preparation. In addition, she showed great kindness and patience to my friend who was softened confused about the sale.

Theresa's professionalism produced a terrific presentation of the items for sale. I am very pleased with the outcome the sale and Theresa's helpful behavior throughout the entire process. After the sale she took care of donating unwanted items and leaving a clean house. My friend received a check for his profits of the sale quickly.

I would highly recommend Theresa and her work. She made the process easy to understand and earned my trust. I would certainly ask her to do another sale for me if needed.

Sincerely,
Jane HembreeJane HembreeNovember 2018

To whom it may concern:

Theresa Ponzoha did an estate sale for me on my mother's property after her death. She was very up front with me about the arrangement, which she presented in written form and kept me updated on what she was doing throughout the process.

I was very impressed with her knowledge of what the items were worth and her ability to display and advertise the items online. She showed a genuine interest in my family's past and how meaningful some items were to the family members.

I highly recommend her if you are thinking of having an estate sale. She understands that this might be hard for some families to do, but she has compassion and knows how to make you a profit even in this situation.

Best regards,
Marla Dianne MillsMarla Dianne MillsMarch 2019

We chose Theresa to do a family estate sale a couple of moths ago, and she did a wonderful job. She took the time to research our items carefully, and did a very good job of photographing, cataloguing, and listing the items on her webpage. She also showed wonderful patience and flexibility in working with us on logistics, including scheduling and transportation.

Overall, we have nothing but nice things to say about Theresa and her business. She's conscientious, honest, and takes the time to do things right. We highly recommend her to anyone considering having an estate sale.

Kent Kostka & Hannah HuckabyKent Kostka & Hannah HuckabyApril 2019

In June of 2018 I began the process of cleaning my mother's home. While she was nearing the end of her life and was living in a facility where she was well cared for I, spent a summer pouring through what was a lifetime's worth of hoarding things ranging from items of varying value, either monetary and/or sentimental, to trash. This is when I reached out to Theresa Ponzoha as I knew and estate sale was in my future. She gave me quick tips to discern what would be worth keeping for an estate sale, donating, and recycling/discarding. Her early presence in my overwhelming task gave me great peace.

My mother passed away in early 2019 and Theresa and I began the early stages of planning an estate sale. theresa, with incredible kindness and patience, held my heart in her own as she took me and my family through the process of selling my mother's belongings. She was clear about what she needed from me and supported me with consistent updates and words of encouragement as she prepared for the sale. She and her staff, who all reflected Theresa's kind demeanor, sorted, priced, staged, photographed, and advertised my mother's belongings, and turned chaos into the kind of beauty that customers would flock to in droves. And they did!

I'm in awe of Theresa and my family and I are deeply appreciative of everything she did for our family.

With Gratitude,
Kali ParsonsKali ParsonsAugust 2019

To Whom it May Concern
From: Lynne Lively
I would like to recommend Theresa Ponzoha and her estate sale services. Theresa took care of all of the details of selling our parent’s possessions. My brother Lance, and I, had a very difficult time beginning the process of saying goodbye to all their things and the memories they represented. The process would have taken even longer without her knowledge and help.
Theresa was amazingly strategic. She knew how and where to begin with a house crammed full of a lifetime of possessions. Because Lance and I had to remove what we wanted first she was able to guide us in the process. She knows a lot about the correct prices to charge and would research anything that was needed.
Everything was clearly priced and organized for the sale. I was amazed at how beautifully she displayed all of their treasures. She even made lovely, thematic vignettes. There were clever signs and labels to entice buyers. She knew how to sell my Dad’s old car, which I didn’t think was possible. I was shocked at how much money she was able to bring in. She knows what she is doing.
Probably the most important aspect of this process was Theresa’s care, concern, and empathy for us. She was respectful, sensitive, kind, and patient. It was her idea to ask for some information about my folks in order to tell a story about their lives. I couldn’t imagine a better experience.
Good luck to you on your journey.
Lynne Lively
Olivelyone@gmail.comLynne LivelyNovember 2021

Deborah Montgomery
addrywallinc@yahoo.com
(512) 525-6009
Theresa and her staff did an outstanding job with our Estate Sale! Our family had lived in the house since 1963, needless to say there were many hidden treasures, Theresa found them all. I interviewed 4 Estate Sale Companies, I knew Theresa was the best choice. I highly recommend Theresa's Estate Sale, for your Families treasures.
Deborah MontgomeryDeborah MontgomeryDecember 2022

On behalf of our long-term Austin family, I would not hesitate to recommend Theresa Ponzoha for Estate Sale services. She dedicated more than two months of time and attention to handling all aspects of estate sale preparation for a 65 year family homestead packed with all manner of housewares, art, collectibles, furniture, clothing, decor, etc. The entire process from the first meeting with the family to the culmination of a successful three-day sales event and close-out process progressed smoothly. Theresa's commitment and attention to detail in artfully staging, describing and pricing each item was above and beyond expectation. After our initial meeting and opportunity to understand the full process and to ask questions, family members knew what to expect and found comfort in knowing that accumulated items that would not stay in the family would each be presented through the advertisement and sales process for renewed life and appreciation by new owners. Theresa is a true professional who is perfectly suited to the whole process and when it comes time for "more hands on deck" in actually hosting the sale, she hires trustworthy team to ensure top notch customer care during the sale. Theresa's expertise, experience and dedication resulted in a win-win all the way around!!Native Austin GirlDecember 2022

She converted chaos into beautifully displayed items for sale.Patricia DotsonDecember 2022

Theresa was an exceptional help to our family in a very trying time. Her group knows their business well and maximized sale proceeds as much as possible. She was great to work with and excellent with communications. She previously worked with two other groups I know well, also with excellent outcomes. If you are looking for a professional group to help navigate the estate sale process, look no further.Josh CookDecember 2022

Theresa is a professional and very knowledgeable about collectibles and vintage items. She worked very diligently for us in a difficult situation. I highly recommend Theresa's estate sale services!Merrily PorterDecember 2022

To whom it may concern:

This letter is written on behalf of Theresa Ponzoha, owner and operator of Theresa's Estate Sale Services. Earlier this year, Theresa managed an estate sale for the estate of a dear friend who died, leaving behind a single, minor heir. As it turned out, Theresa knew the family and took particular care to manage the sale with compassion and kindness. Despite having to deal with inclement weather and Covid-19, Theresa pulled off what turned out to be a very successful estate sale.

All in all, Theresa managed the many challenges we faced beautifully. Her dedication to her job and the deceased's family was inspiring. She did a marvelous job.
Regards,
Chris HubnerChris HubnerNovember 2021

I highly recommend Theresa’s Estate Sales Services. A good friend passed away earlier this year and I was named executor of his estate. My friend’s estate was worth about 1.9 million dollars, mostly in investments and his home. My friend’s household and personal possessions were typical for the average 3-4 bedroom home. My friend’s will directed that I liquidate his possessions and donate most of the proceeds to charity. That’s where Theresa comes in!

I contacted two highly rated estate sales services and was turned-off by their impersonal intake process (in fairness, those services may have done an outstanding job with my friend’s estate). Next, I contacted Theresa and immediately got the sense that Theresa’s Estate Services was more than just a business that helps with liquidating estates. Theresa was focused on “who” my friend was. She wanted to know what he liked, his hobbies and his life experiences.

Theresa and her staff were professional and respectful of my friend’s estate every step of the way. They gathered and displayed items in a way that told a story of who my friend was, and that generated interest from buyers. The estate sale went well. It raised money for charity and put useful items in the hands of people with needs and wants. Theresa helped make the unfamiliar task of liquidating an estate, a pleasant and uplifting experience.
Johnny W. McMillerJuly 2024

5/21/2024

Theresa’s Estate Sale Co. (I can’t remember the name of the company but it just should be Therea’s because she is the heart of the crewcut works with her, and they are ALL rock stars in my book) Their devotion to getting the price right which means checking prices on the internet and researching other sales and, honestly, when it came to our artwork, they went above and beyond research. The crew itself all knew each other from their days of teaching and coaching… in that life their paths had crossed and their bond was/is forever.They like each other and despite the camaraderie they are: Present In The Moment. Devoted to doing their best to get the job done. They were; professional, courteous and respectful of our property.

Theresa is a true leader. I always knew that at the end of the day, she was already thinking about the next day and the next. She is a planner and that is what you want. She does not squander time. Theresa has been in the business a long time and her connections spread far and wide which is also essential.

As the sale approached, her experience was invaluable. She was, as one says, “cooking’. My husband and I had total confidence in her and her crew. We knew they were invested in our success. After the sale, Theresa pulled all her resources to sell whatever was overlooked by the crowd. (and believe me there was a crowd which means her PR worked)

I guess one good testament to this group is that I missed them after they were gone. I wanted to hang with them.

Theresa works very hard. She is extremely knowledgeable, organized and bent on having a successful client. Need I say more? Hire her.

E & DE & D MericasMay 2024

8/22/2024

I’d like to recommend Theresa’s Estate Sale team to anyone considering hosting an estate sale. Theresa and her team are thorough and extremely trustworthy. They’ll spend considerable time photographing, researching and posting your household contents. I highly recommend hem to handle the sale of your household furniture and keepsakes.

JBB August 2024JBBAugust 2024

Theresa Ponzoha did excellent work preparing for carrying out an Estate sale for me. The staging and organizing of sale items was aesthetically pleasing and successful at attracting customers attention.
Theresa's team was great! They were professional and efficient as they staged and priced sale items accurately based on their knowledge and careful research.
The sale days were busy and attracted a large number of diverse and interested individuals. I highly recommend Theresa and her team.Mark H.September 2024

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