Archive for March 2024
25 Cards & Collectibles Items from My Personal Collection
Today a fun one! Going to break down 25 of my favorite sports cards and collectibles from my personal collection. “Collecting collectibles” refers to the hobby or practice of acquiring and accumulating items that are considered collectible or valuable due to their rarity, historical significance, aesthetic appeal, or cultural relevance. Collectibles can encompass a wide…
Read MoreWhy Doesn’t Anyone CARE About your Favorite Player’s Sports Cards?
Why Doesn’t Anyone Care Above Your Favorite Player? Born in the PNW, raised in Middle Ohio, and growing up in Orlando, going to sporting events was better than visiting Mickey at the Magic Kingdom. The 2000’s Orlando Magic’s ‘Heart and Hustle’ team led by Darrell Armstrong was when collecting cards got real to me. Sure, there were…
Read MoreGeoff Wilson is ‘Pro Card Cleaning’? Completely Disagree.
Are We Kidding Ourselves?
Are we all going mad in the sports card hobby? There have been instances where individuals have become over-leveraged in sports cards, particularly during periods of heightened speculation and rapid price increases in the sports card market. Over-leveraging occurs when individuals borrow more money than they can afford to repay based on their financial situation…
Read MoreRANT: The Obvious Question Mark Around Sport Card Cleaning
How does everybody feel about sports card cleaning and the possible long term effects on sports cards? Sports card cleaning refers to the process of removing dirt, dust, stains, or other blemishes from sports cards to improve their appearance and potentially enhance their condition. Cleaning can be a delicate process, as improper techniques or harsh…
Read MoreBIG Card Pulls and Card Box Prices from 5, 10, and 15 years ago
Let’s look at some awesome sports card pulls and card box prices from 5, 10, and 15 years ago. Card prices have changed dramatically over the years! Sports card box prices have generally increased over the years, reflecting various factors such as demand, scarcity, production costs, and market trends. Here are some reasons why sports…
Read MoreAre High End Card Sellers Looking for End Collectors or Market Manipulators?
Are High End Card Sellers looking for the End Collector or the Market Manipulator? Do they care either way? People collect expensive sports cards through various means, depending on their budget, preferences, and objectives. Here are some common methods for acquiring expensive sports cards: Purchase: Collectors may buy expensive sports cards from reputable dealers, auction…
Read MoreTop 10 Favorite Sports Cards in My Collection Currently
This video tackles my top 10 favorite sports cards in my collection currently! Building a sports card collection can be a rewarding and enjoyable hobby. Here are some steps to help you get started: Define Your Focus: Decide what types of sports cards you want to collect. You can focus on a specific sport, such…
Read MoreI’m Struggling with this Card. Buy? Vintage vs Modern Card Comparison
The 2018 Prizm Blue Luka Doncic rookie card has been on my radar for years, and the prices are finally moving down to being possible. But there are also so many other options for both modern and vintage sports cards. Modern and vintage sports cards differ in several key aspects, including their age, design, availability,…
Read MoreBEWARE Bedard Young Guns Shill Bids + Caitlin Clark Signs BIG Deal with Panini
Connor Bedard and his Upper Deck Young Guns cards are the big chase in the new 2023-24 Upper Deck Series 2 Hockey Card release. And shockingly, Panini, not Fanatics, signed Caitlin Clark to a multi-year auto/memorabilia deal. To check current prices for 2023-24 Upper Deck Series 2 Hockey cards through a variety of outlets, go…
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