Family-Owned.
Service-Driven.
Buchanan Auctions is a family-owned, faith-based husband-and-wife team
located in Shelby County, Illinois. We strive to bring both our buyers and
sellers a personal and customized experience that exceeds their needs and
expectations.
We focus on giving all of our sales and listings our full effort to make sure they
are given maximum exposure to bidders through multiple bidder platforms and
advertisement avenues.
A Personal Approach to Auctions and Listings
At Buchanan Auctions, we believe every client and every sale deserves full
attention. Whether you are selling equipment, personal property, real estate, or
working through a more personal transition, our goal is to provide a professional experience with strong communication, thoughtful representation, and customized
service.
As a husband-and-wife team, we bring different backgrounds and strengths to the business while staying focused on the same mission: helping buyers and sellers
move forward with confidence.
Rooted in Shelby County
Buchanan Auctions is built on family, faith, hard work, and local roots. Matt and
Serena still reside in Shelby County, helping both of their families farm while also
operating their businesses.
Their shared background and commitment to service shape the way Buchanan
Auctions approaches every client relationship — with professionalism, care, and a
practical understanding of what matters most to the people they serve.
Meet Matt Buchanan
Matt was raised between Cowden and Herrick, Illinois in southern Shelby County near the Buchanan family farm. He attended Cowden-Herrick Schools, where he graduated and was very involved in the FFA chapter, holding several officer positions during his membership.
He later attended and graduated from Reppert Auction School in Auburn, Indiana.
Matt has a diverse background that has made him well versed in many areas. His occupations and experiences include:
Working on a western U.S. wheat harvest crew
Ag mechanic
Heavy equipment operator
Managing his salvage equipment business, Buchanan Farms Tractor Parts
Working on the family farm raising corn, soybeans, wheat, hay, and cattle
Auctioneering
This wide-ranging experience helps shape a practical, knowledgeable approach to auctions, especially in areas involving machinery, equipment, agriculture, and rural assets.
Meet Matt Buchanan
Matt was raised between Cowden and Herrick, Illinois in southern Shelby County near the Buchanan family farm. He attended Cowden-Herrick Schools, where he graduated and was very involved in the FFA chapter, holding several officer positions during his membership.
He later attended and graduated from Reppert Auction School in Auburn, Indiana.
Matt has a diverse background that has made him well versed in many areas. His occupations and experiences include:
Working on a western U.S. wheat harvest crew
Ag mechanic
Heavy equipment operator
Managing his salvage equipment business, Buchanan Farms Tractor Parts
Working on the family farm raising corn, soybeans, wheat, hay, and cattle
Auctioneering
This wide-ranging experience helps shape a practical, knowledgeable approach to auctions, especially in areas involving machinery, equipment, agriculture, and rural assets.
Meet Serena Buchanan
Serena was raised in Altamont, Illinois in Effingham County near her family farm. She attended Altamont High School and continued her education at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, where she obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Working as a nurse has reinforced valuable skills such as attention to detail, confidentiality, and creating a nurturing relationship with her patients. Her mission is to use those same trustworthy skills to provide personalized and professional auction services to every one of our clients.
In addition to working with her husband in the auction industry, Serena is a licensed real estate broker in the state of Illinois.
Her background adds another layer of professionalism, care, and personal service to the Buchanan Auctions experience.
Meet Serena Buchanan
Serena was raised in Altamont, Illinois in Effingham County near her family farm. She attended Altamont High School and continued her education at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, where she obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Working as a nurse has reinforced valuable skills such as attention to detail, confidentiality, and creating a nurturing relationship with her patients. Her mission is to use those same trustworthy skills to provide personalized and professional auction services to every one of our clients.
In addition to working with her husband in the auction industry, Serena is a licensed real estate broker in the state of Illinois.
Her background adds another layer of professionalism, care, and personal service to the Buchanan Auctions experience.
What Clients Can Expect
Buchanan Auctions is built around a few simple commitments:
Personalized service for both buyers and sellers
Full effort behind every sale and listing
Maximum exposure through multiple bidder platforms and advertising avenues
Professionalism and trust in how each client is served
A customized experience based on the situation, not a one-size-fits-all process
These values shape how we approach every auction, every listing, and every client relationship.
What Clients Can Expect
Buchanan Auctions is built around a few simple commitments:
Personalized service for both buyers and sellers
Full effort behind every sale and listing
Maximum exposure through multiple bidder platforms and advertising avenues
Professionalism and trust in how each client is served
A customized experience based on the situation, not a one-size-fits-all process
These values shape how we approach every auction, every listing, and every client relationship.
Family and Everyday Life
Matt and Serena still reside in Shelby County, helping both of their families farm
and operating their businesses. In their free time, they enjoy spending time with their children
and traveling.
Matt enjoys spending time outside hunting deer and turkey, while Serena enjoys cooking and
baking for their family and friends.
This connection to family, farming, and community is a meaningful part of who they are and
how they do business.
Built to Serve Buyers and Sellers Well
Buchanan Auctions was built to provide a personal and professional experience for
clients who want their sales and listings handled with care, effort, and attention to detail.
Whether you are preparing to sell, looking for upcoming auction opportunities, or
interested in real estate, we welcome the opportunity to work with you.
Buchanan Auctions is a family-owned auction company focused on personalized service, competitive rates, and putting assets in front of the right audience.
Contact
Location: Shelby County, Illinois
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