About Us
Since 1968, Furrow Auction Company has been a trusted leader in real estate auctions and industrial equipment auctions throughout Tennessee and the Eastern United States. Based in Knoxville, TN, we proudly serve clients nationwide, offering a tradition of integrity, expertise, and proven results.
With a professional team holding auctioneer licenses in 10 states and real estate licenses in 9, Furrow Auction Company conducts public auctions, both live in-person and online. Our team brings decades of experience and has successfully managed more than 15,000 auctions, making us one of the most established auction companies in the Southeast.
We specialize in industrial equipment and machinery auctions, commercial and residential real estate auctions, estate liquidations, and personal property sales. Each client receives a customized marketing plan designed to reach qualified buyers through targeted online marketing, print advertising, email campaigns, and social media exposure—maximizing visibility and results.
At Furrow Auction Company, our mission is to provide the most professional auction services in Tennessee and beyond, to build long-term relationships with our clients, and to deliver a streamlined auction process that maximizes value, profitability, and peace of mind.
Whether you’re selling industrial machinery, real estate, or estate assets, Furrow Auction Company is your trusted partner for success. 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:
” We have completed several auctions in the past 2 years with Furrow and they are always timely, knowledgeable, friendly, and an overall great company to work with. Highly recommend Furrow Auction Company!” – Stephen Grubbs
“Furrow Auction has handled dozens of auctions for me over the last twenty years. They have sold both real estate and equipment.
Simply put, they produce exceptional results.” – Justin Sveadas
“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
“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!
