Contact Join Organization
The Dobbins Company Corporate Member
1108 Old Chattahoochee Ave. Atlanta GA 30318 UNITED STATES
About

Established in 1975 by Bowden and Hugh Dobbins, The Dobbins Company has earned a strong reputation as a reliable advisor to financial institutions across the country. Under the leadership of Rick Dobbins, son of one of the original founders, the firm operates exclusively in the banking sector, specializing in fixed asset appraisals and liquidation services. With decades of experience, The Dobbins Company has successfully completed thousands of appraisals and hundreds of liquidations for banks throughout the Southeast and nationwide. The firm is especially well regarded for its work in bankruptcy and foreclosure cases. Recognized for its methodical approach, transparent reporting, and hands-on industry knowledge, The Dobbins Company has become one of the most trusted names in collateral valuation and asset recovery. Every assignment is handled with the client’s best interests in mind, delivering efficient, cost-effective results backed by consistent professionalism and deep expertise.

  • Serving Lenders Since 1975 
  • With decades of hands-on experience in fixed asset appraisals and liquidations, we partner directly with banks and special assets teams to address complex asset evaluation, recovery, and disposition challenges. 
  • Thousands of Fixed Asset Appraisals Completed. Our proven expertise in accurately valuing machinery, equipment, and other collateral enables lenders to make confident, well-informed decisions.
  • Hundreds of Successful Liquidations Completed. We deliver structured and transparent liquidation processes that ensure efficient asset movement, maintain commercial reasonableness, and maximize recoveries for financial institution
Read More Read Less
Solutions Snapshot

APPRAISALS

  • VALUEFACTS delivers fast, affordable appraisals for standard machinery and equipment by leveraging our extensive internal database and industry experience. This option is perfect when you need reliable guidance without the scope of a comprehensive appraisal. FAST – Often within a couple of hours after submission, COST EFFECTIVE – Starting at $50 THIRD PARTY DUE DILIGENCE
  • DESKTOP APPRAISALS  are prepared using an equipment list supplied by the lender or borrower. Conducted without a physical site visit, they provide a cost-effective valuation solution for straightforward, lower-complexity operations without consideration of geographic location. Call or email for a quote & turnaround time.
  • ONSITE APPRAISALS involve a thorough physical inspection of the facility and its assets. They are recommended for large portfolios, complex operations, or higher-risk credits where detailed documentation, condition assessments, and in-depth analysis are critical. These appraisal jobs are normally more complicated. Give Rick Dobbins a call to discuss in greater detail.

 

LIQUIDATION SERVICES

When a loan turns non-performing and liquidation becomes necessary, lenders require a clear, compliant, and efficient process to convert machinery and equipment into cash. The Dobbins Company brings decades of specialized experience managing industrial asset liquidations for banks throughout the Southeast. We work closely with legal counsel to support bankruptcy, foreclosure, and other workout scenarios. We use two types of liquidation methods:

  • ONLINE AUCTIONS are an effective choice when maximum market exposure and a firm sale timeline are critical to achieving the highest recovery. We fully manage the auction process — from preparing the asset inventory and marketing the sale to conducting the event and handling final settlement.
  • SEALED BID SALES are ideal when the potential buyer pool is narrower, the assets are highly specialized, or a more controlled and private process is preferred. We assist lenders by identifying qualified buyers, developing clear bid parameters, and thoroughly evaluating all offers to ensure a defensible, well-documented outcome that maximizes recovery.

 

Got a problem? Call Rick Dobbins to discuss the situation. We treat every conversation with strict confidentiality and are always at no charge.

 

Functional Area
Lending: Commercial
Asset-Based Lending
Equipment Financing
Solutions for my Bank
Loan Processing & Operations
Appraisal Management
Payments Products & Equipment
Contacts