RICHARD W. VAUGHAN
Auctioneer NCAL #3649
Richard Vaughan grew up on a family cotton, peanut, cattle and timber farm. The Vaughan's had strict family business morals and they believed that in order for things to be done right, you had to put your own touch on things to make it "just right." Richard still runs the family farm and its day to day operations and still lives in the old N.C. homestead (circa 1780).
He became interested in auctions at an early age and purchased his first item, a brown axe, at a neighbor's auction. He still has that axe today. His father introduced him to livestock, tobacco, land and estate auctions as Richard grew up. In 1970, after finishing his agricultural studies at N.C. State University, he returned home to continue farming. During this time, he also started an export business for cotton pickers and has exported them to seven different countries. He also continued to attend auctions and broadened his knowledge of the value farm equipment, timber and property. He acquired his auctioneer's license in 1984. Over the years, many farmers, attorneys and bankers trust his opinions and appraisals and often call upon him for farm equipment, property and estate valuations.
Today, Rich and Rich Auctioneers is still thriving and growing and Richard continues to put his own touch on each and every business transaction to assure that things are done "just right."
MEET THE TEAM
Hallas Boyd
James H. Sheffield, Jr.
Harold Miller
Vice President/Lead Salesman for the Blackland Area
Hallas graduated from Pitt Community College with an associate degree in Agricultural Business. He has worked in retail farm equipment, fertilizer, and seed sales for 47 years, retiring in December 2023. He has been an auctioneer since 1982 working with Rich and Rich for over 20 years.
Harold Miller
James H. Sheffield, Jr.
Harold Miller
Harold specializes in mini-farms, hunting, recreational, and commercial land. He has been a broker since 1976 and has experience in land development, farms and residential sales throughout North Carolina. Harold was named "Teacher of the Year" at Northampton High School and coordinator of the first electric car program in Northampton Coun
Harold specializes in mini-farms, hunting, recreational, and commercial land. He has been a broker since 1976 and has experience in land development, farms and residential sales throughout North Carolina. Harold was named "Teacher of the Year" at Northampton High School and coordinator of the first electric car program in Northampton County in which he is the winner of several national events. There is a current hardback book which describes Harold's accomplishments. When you meet Harold you will find him to be a down to earth, easy going person and very knowledgeable in the real estate market. Let Harold be your first step in securing you on firm ground in an excellent land investment.
James H. Sheffield, Jr.
James H. Sheffield, Jr.
James H. Sheffield, Jr.
Reared in Jackson, NC and Richmond, VA, Jim attended North Carolina Wesleyan College and Virginia Commonwealth University. He began his career in the 70’s with Woodroof and Company in land sales, subdivision development and new construction home sales. Soon after, he became a broker and subsequently started Westham Corporation, concentrat
Reared in Jackson, NC and Richmond, VA, Jim attended North Carolina Wesleyan College and Virginia Commonwealth University. He began his career in the 70’s with Woodroof and Company in land sales, subdivision development and new construction home sales. Soon after, he became a broker and subsequently started Westham Corporation, concentrating on subdivision development and new home construction and later moving into shopping center development. As time passed, he expanded into property management and leasing. Throughout his career he has dealt with land sales, both commercial and acreage.
Paula Freeman
Jeffery "Tater" Smallwood
James H. Sheffield, Jr.
Real Estate Broker Lic#88946
Paula has been involved in real estate since 1984 and has over 40 years of experience in the agricultural industry from agricultural markets, farming operations, agricultural dealer services, and auctions. As a real estate broker, she sets her standards high in working with both the Buyer and the Seller with lo
Real Estate Broker Lic#88946
Paula has been involved in real estate since 1984 and has over 40 years of experience in the agricultural industry from agricultural markets, farming operations, agricultural dealer services, and auctions. As a real estate broker, she sets her standards high in working with both the Buyer and the Seller with loyalty and commitment of the up most importance in maintaining complete satisfaction. She specializes in farmland, commercial property, investment properties, recreational properties and select -residential properties. If you are in the market for real estate or have some to sale call Paula TODAY!!
Jeffery "Tater" Smallwood
Jeffery "Tater" Smallwood
Jeffery "Tater" Smallwood
Jeffery has over 15 years of experience in making sure your purchases get loaded in a timely and safe manner. Like Jeffery says, "If you BUY IT....... I CAN LOAD IT"
Sandra Turner Brannen
Jeffery "Tater" Smallwood
Jeffery "Tater" Smallwood
Field Operations/Business-Customer Relations
Sandra grew up on a Dairy Farm in Northampton. With her farm background, she is right at home photoing and working with different equipment. She worked at the North Carolina State Fair as the Entertainment and Corporate Sales Director. She has been an employee with Rich and Rich Auctioneers for
Field Operations/Business-Customer Relations
Sandra grew up on a Dairy Farm in Northampton. With her farm background, she is right at home photoing and working with different equipment. She worked at the North Carolina State Fair as the Entertainment and Corporate Sales Director. She has been an employee with Rich and Rich Auctioneers for 5 years and has extensive experience in multiple customer relations.
Chrystal Pittman White
Chrystal Pittman White
Chrystal Pittman White
Office Manager/Advertising/Accounting
Chrystal graduated from Chowan University with a bachelor's degree and specializes in our office with accounting and administration. She worked with the North Carolina Judicial System for 10 years and has been employed with Rich and Rich for 5 years. Call today and talk with Chrystal. She will greet you with her professional and pleasant demeanor.
John Acai
Chrystal Pittman White
Chrystal Pittman White
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DEDICATED EMPLOYEE
1991-2023