[Alupis]

they could also possibly go up in value.

does the government do the same with securities/stock owned too?

[tedunangst]

The Marshals Service manages various types of assets, including real estate, vehicles, commercial businesses, cash, financial instruments, jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, vessels and aircraft.

The agency uses practices from private industry to ensure that assets are managed and sold in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

http://www.usmarshals.gov/assets/