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These are the audio tracks from Sports Cards Live (on YouTube). Host and lifelong collector Jeremy Lee is joined by passionate collectors, industry insiders, hobbypreneurs, content creators to educate, inform, entertain, and inspire hobbyists of all genres and experience. Sports Cards Live is an interactive livestream video podcast where you are part of the show as your comments and questions are in play. 

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A lively roundtable on the big question: can curation be art? We compare collection-building to composing music—layers, sequencing, and narrative—plus mixtapes/DJ sampling, museum installation, and how display choices (binders, walls, set runs) create meaning. We draw a line between accumulation and authorship: intent, coherence, and communication turn a pile of cards into a personal statement. Along the way: eye appeal vs grade, why some sets read like albums, and how a collection can transparently reflect identity—even if you don’t call yourself an “artist.” We finish with chat takes and a palate-cleanser lightning round: GOAT Halloween candy (Rockets/Smarties, Twix, Reese’s, KitKat, Nerds Candy Corn, and more). Highlights Curation vs creation: When selection, sequencing, and presentation become authorship Music parallels: Layering, sampling, mixtapes, and “binder as album” storytelling Aesthetic judgment: Eye appeal over label; why some 9s beat 10s Display matters: Frames, binders, themed runs—the message is the medium Community voices: Chat pushes back and builds on the “art or acquisition?” spectrum Sign-off: Next streams, Expo schedule note, and the time-change reminder If you’re into deep-dive hobby conversations, subscribe to Sports Cards Live and tap the 🔔 to get notified of new streams and clips. • Live Saturdays with multi-guest panels + active chat • BoothMates with Sam Genova Follow us: Instagram @jlee_sportscardsliveShare a comment: What’s your take—can curation be art? Thanks for watching and supporting the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After an all-timer Game 7 finish, the crew shifts from heartbreak to hobby joy with a massive ’90s/’00s insert show-and-tell: Pacific, Crown Royal, Topps Gold Label, Mystery Finest, Beam Team, Lamplighters, Omega Online, Kramer’s Choice, Blades of Steel, hat-shaped die-cuts, acetate sandwiches—the works. We unpack why these mixed-media, heavy-foil, die-cut designs still slap, how binders keep sets fun and affordable, and where to hunt budget-friendly shine. Then we zoom out: is a superstar championship good for the hobby? Should acquired Panini brands (Prizm, NT, Kaboom) go dormant for a few years or continue uninterrupted? Plus the new Topps NBA flagship—do “first Topps” cards matter, how do one-of-one ‘First Off the Press’ parallels change the chase, and what the long NBA/NFL licensing shift means for collectors. Highlights Binder bliss: Why viewing full sets (refractors, atomics, team-combining puzzles) beats lone slabs Design nostalgia: Foil/acetate layering, laser cuts, jumbo oddballs—why this era’s creativity endures Affordable lanes: Beautiful inserts that won’t break the bank, even for star names First-Topps vs rookies: Importance, value expectations, and where scarcity actually lives Dormancy debate: Let legacy Panini brands rest (rarity pop) or keep them running (continuity)? Championship effect: Superstar wins, hobby sentiment, and where it really moves markets Follow & Subscribe Watch live on YouTube (@SportsCardsLive) and catch replays on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If this segment hit the nostalgia nerve, subscribe, like/review, and share with a binder buddy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A wild Game 7 unfolds live as the panel digs into the hobby’s toughest question: what do you do when your PC cards moon—sell, trade, or hold? Jeremy, Joe, John, Chris, and Josh unpack the collector’s conundrum (profit vs attachment), price anchoring to what we paid years ago, and strategies like keeping a single “time-capsule” card when you move on. We also hit the joy of binders and 90s/00s inserts (Pacific, Pinnacle, Topps Mystery Finest), giving cards to kids, and finding budget-friendly lanes that still look amazing—while the Dodgers clinch Game 7 in real time. Highlights Sell, trade, or hold? How rising prices pressure even die-hard collectors, and ways to decide without future regret Keep a token: Preserving one piece of a set/player run as a memory anchor when consolidating Beat price anchoring: Reset expectations by switching lanes (new players/eras) or trading horizontally into cards you value more Low-pop = high regret: Why letting go of scarce cards can sting—and how to choose sell candidates you can realistically reacquire Affordable beauty: Binders of Pacific/Pinnacle/Mystery Finest; why many inserts from that era deliver premium look at modest prices Hobby goodwill: Handing out cards to kids, camp giveaways, and keeping the joy in collecting—beyond comps Follow & Subscribe Watch live on YouTube (@SportsCardsLive) and catch replays on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoyed this segment, subscribe, drop a like/review, and share—it really helps more collectors find the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Programming note: This is a mid-week programming interruption so everyone can pre-game for The Expo. We’re sliding these Wednesday/Thursday drops in, and Sports Cards Live resumes on Friday. There will be no episodes next week on Wednesday/Thursday/Friday. Part 2 dives into on-floor tactics, vendor best practices, and the week’s community events. We talk why price tags on the front of the card convert, how payment actually works in Canada (cash is king, e-transfer is common; PayPal/credit accepted by many), and simple fraud prevention (check ID, be mindful of stolen cards/tap limits). We also cover which Expo days deliver what, a quick autograph stage update (one guest shifts off due to scheduling), and how to prep: comfy shoes, anti-fatigue mats, and a big refillable water bottle. Plus: where to find ultra high-end vintage hockey on the floor and our exact spot. Highlights Dealer tips that help buyers buy: price tags on the front, be present, keep conversations easy Payments 101 (Canada): cash, Interac e-Transfer, many vendors with Square/Stripe/Clover; ATMs on site get refilled Fraud prevention: verify ID on larger credit transactions; be cautious with tap limits Days & pace: why Thursday/Friday are prime hunting; how Saturday/Sunday feel different for deals and mobility Autograph stage update: one signer off due to schedule; others still on deck What’s on display: ultra high-end vintage hockey in a major vintage booth; our own showcases priced, binders unpriced but deals are happening Events week at a glance: Wed: pre-show trade night (near Yorkdale) Thu: industry meet-up with giveaways/appies (minutes from the venue) Fri: VIP appreciation inside the building, a stand-up comedy show nearby, and a community rip party Sat: Mint Inc. trade night (proceeds to Mackenzie Health Foundation for mental health) Fun extras: eBay’s on-site gaming zone; big-booth raffles and activations; giveaway for a Matthew Knies game-used signed stick Collector talk: when buying without COMPs actually works; IP autos vs. game-used signatures; why in-person hobby time beats pure screen time Find us: Booth 1707—come say hi, flip through the binders, bring your trade box, and let’s make some deals. Subscribe/follow so you catch this mid-week pair before showtime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Programming note: This is a mid-week programming interruption ahead of The Sport Card Expo. We’re inserting special Wednesday and Thursday BoothMates episodes so you can pre-game for the show. Sports Cards Live resumes on Friday, and there will be no episodes next week on Wednesday/Thursday/Friday. We’re gearing up for The Expo—travel plans, booth setup, and the “home show” feeling even when you have to fly in. We talk what we’re bringing (and how much), how we buy at shows (sometimes ignoring COMPs altogether), why Expo is still the best room for hockey while staying strong across sports, and how recent playoff buzz could bring new/returning fans through the doors. A show organizer even pops in near the end to add some on-the-ground context. Highlights Where to find us: Booth 1707 right off the entry What’s on the tables: late-90s/early-2000s inserts, patches, jerseys, numbered cards, plus autos/patch-autos Buying approach for the weekend: feel first, then price—when ignoring COMPs actually works Why the Toronto show still feels like “home” and how the community keeps expanding Hockey-heavy floor (and why that matters), with plenty of baseball/basketball/football/soccer in the mix Playoff afterglow → more casual fans walking in, what they’ll likely be hunting, and how that helps the hobby Main-stage autograph interviews preview (timing/guests permitting) Quick Strongsville crossover talk and why operational polish makes shows better for everyone If you’re coming, swing by Booth 1707—say hi, flip through the binders, and bring your wants/trade box. Subscribe/follow so you don’t miss Part 2 tomorrow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With Game 7 still raging, the conversation pivots from chat banter to two big hobby storylines: whether Topps/Fanatics should touch Panini (lawsuits, licenses, and the future of brands like Prizm, NT, Immaculate, Flawless, Select, Kaboom, Downtown), and what to make of PSA’s offer network that lets submitters sell graded cards instantly. John (“BasketballCardGuy”) joins late in the segment to weigh brand strategy, exclusivity headaches (why we may never get a true licensed Wembanyama auto RC), and the rising “comp economy” mindset at shows. Highlights Panini → Topps? Why lawsuits and timing make an acquisition less compelling now; the case for letting Panini’s brands go dormant and reviving later Licenses & exclusivity: How player/league deals create gaps (e.g., Wemby auto RC reality), and why sub-licensing could unlock creativity again Design without logos: Tyson Beck–style approaches that make unlicensed cards feel premium (inserts like Platinum Portraits as proof of concept) PSA’s offer network: Instant sell-through during/after grading, perceived conflicts, and why transparency about third-party buyers matters Collectors vs flippers: Kids running margin math off COMPs vs building attachment—what that means for the hobby’s long-term health Live reactions to Blue Jays–Dodgers crunch time sprinkled throughout Follow & Subscribe Watch live on YouTube (@SportsCardsLive) and catch replays on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a review, and share—it helps more collectors find us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As the Blue Jays and Dodgers face off in Game 7 of the World Series, Jeremy Lee and Joe Perreault balance live baseball drama with sharp hobby talk. Between innings, they break down the buzz around Panini America potentially being sold, revisit how eye appeal premiums continue to reshape grading culture, and share a few Expo plans while cheering every pitch. It’s part watch-party, part collecting clinic—an easygoing, memorable opening to Episode 288. Highlights Joe’s pickup of a 1953 Jackie Robinson and why it’s worth paying over COMPs The rise of eye-appeal-driven collecting and waning trust in numerical grades How Jeremy uses COMC → PSA to simplify grading submissions Early chatter about the upcoming Sport Card Expo Toronto Canada’s World Series energy, nostalgia, and a few laughs along the way Follow & Subscribe Watch every episode live on YouTube (@SportsCardsLive) and catch replays anywhere you get your podcasts. Subscribe, follow, and leave a review to help more collectors discover the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We dig into Auburn’s big idea: auction houses collaborating on a shared shill-bidder list to protect buyers and legit sellers. Chris explains how some marketplaces already purge unpaid sales from data, and why tougher KYC/AML-style identity checks could raise the bar. We also break down private sale transparency, when a headline price is really marketing spend, and how to contextualize comps so you don’t get wrecked by bad data. Topics: Cross-auction shill blacklist & real penalties Fanatics sending unpaid-item removals; why more should do it KYC / AML-style identity verification for bidders—practical or pipe dream? Private sales: docs, names, paper trails, and fraud risk Comp literacy: float, intent, rarity, and why not all sales are equal PSA Offers, vault deals & what should count as a comp Disclaimer: Nothing here is financial or legal advice. Verify policies with each marketplace. If you found this useful, like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts on shill enforcement & KYC below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sports Cards Live episode 287, Part 4. We tackle the hobby’s messiest gray areas: PSA’s first graded card and whether it was trimmed or just hand-cut, how language (“house bids,” “single panel,” “perforated”) shapes value and trust, and why some collectors say trimming is worse than shilling—while others disagree. We break down the Bird/Magic/Dr. J triple-panel rookie labeling across graders, the “I’ve got a higher offer” negotiation killer, and what Fanatics’ anti-shill policy should look like in practice. Plus, quick hits on the NBA betting scandal and how integrity headlines can ripple into card markets. What you’ll learn The difference (and stakes) between hand-cut vs. trimmed—and why it matters for grading and value How graders label Bird/Magic/Erving when separated (“single panel,” “perforated”) and what buyers should check The spectrum of shilling (semantics vs. manipulation) and how platform policies/loopholes actually work Why “I have a better offer” often nukes deals—and a simple script to defuse it Practical bidding tactics to avoid getting nudged: late max bids, ceilings, and BIN/Best Offer pivots How league betting scandals and injury-report gamesmanship can affect pricing sentiment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We pivot from auction ethics to the field: why some sellers use fourth-party consignors for marketing/storytelling, how that hype can shape comps, and where hidden reserves and so-called house bids blur the line with shilling. We also debate the eBay Authenticity bottleneck—security benefits vs. week-long delays even on graded cards—and when BIN/Best Offer beats auction “dopamine.” Then a data-driven NFL checkpoint: which QBs are over-/under-achieving vs. preseason expectations, how MVP narratives (stats, legacy, redemption arcs) move prices, and where Prizm PSA-10s look hot or frothy. What you’ll learn Why fourth-party consigning can lift visibility—and when it risks artificial comps How reserves/house bids influence auction behavior and perceived market value A practical bidding playbook: set ceilings, use BIN/BO strategically, and time bids The trade-off on eBay Authenticity (protection vs. speed) and a case for optional use NFL QB market snapshot: surprise leaders, MVP lanes, and pricing tells in modern chrome Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We dive deep into the shill bidding storm and the auction-house fine print driving it. What many call “house bids” to defend reserves can feel indistinguishable from shilling to buyers. We unpack how reserves, house bidding, and employee-bidding policies really work, why they matter for comp integrity, and how one-off headline results (like the Baltimore News Babe Ruth) can distort value in a thin market. Then we zoom out to solutions: how to set a ceiling and stick to it, when to favor BIN/Best Offer over auctions, and how to sanity-check comps using trade frequency, condition/eye appeal premiums, and platform context. We also tackle the eBay Authentication Program—security benefits vs. painful delays—and whether it should be optional. Plus: a quick vintage lesson on why a sharp 1950 Bowman Ted Williams in a lower grade can outshine numerically higher slabs, and thoughts on marketplace changes like Probstein → SNYPE and what that might mean for liquidity and fees. Highlights Shill bidding vs. house bids: ethics, optics, and the fine print Reserves explained and how they influence bidder behavior Protecting yourself: ceilings, BIN/BO strategy, comp validation eBay Authentication: safeguard vs. slowdown—and the case for making it optional Vintage insight: paying up for eye appeal (and when it’s worth it) Marketplace shifts (SNYPE, eBay) and potential impact on comps and trust Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sports Cards Live episode 287, Part 1. Jeremy sits down with Joe Poirot to kick off the night, then Leighton Sheldon jumps in for a deep dive on the headline sale of the 1914 Baltimore News Babe Ruth that just hammered around 4M after a prior 7.2M comp. We unpack why rare does not always equal iconic, how schedule issues compare to Goudey Ruths, and what “value” means when a card trades so infrequently. From there we zoom out to the auction landscape: shill bidding realities, house bidding on behalf of consignors, and reserves—how they work, where they are disclosed, and how buyers can protect themselves. Jeremy shares a Classic Auctions mail day, completing a 1952 Parkhurst “flight” with Rocket Richard alongside Gordie Howe, Terry Sawchuk, and Tim Horton, plus a fun pickup of game-used Mats Sundin gloves. We also touch on Probstein moving off eBay to SNYPE, Fanatics vault strategies, and using Card Ladder to sanity-check comps. What you’ll learn Why the Baltimore News Ruth can lag iconic appeal despite extreme rarity How auction house reserves and house bids can affect bidding behavior Practical tactics to limit shill exposure set a ceiling price and stick to it How “flight collecting” works as a middle path between set and type collecting Vintage hockey targets in 1951–52 Parkhurst and why they resonate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chat goes nuclear on PSA upcharges: what happens when you pull a monster and can’t afford the fee—do you sell the card to pay PSA? We tackle “predatory vs free market,” whether fees should be based on raw value (not the grade PSA assigns), guarantee caps and submitter exclusions, SGC/Beckett “a grade behind” takes, and why some collectors want a flat-fee or opt-out guarantee. We close with practical drought hacks—enjoying your existing PC, dollar-box therapy, and balancing content consumption vs actually playing with your cards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Community crossfire with Chris McGill & Josh Adams. Joe signs off and we sprint through 70+ starred comments: Is PSA’s upcharge model fair capitalism or a predatory practice? Would a flat-fee grading tier solve the rage (and reduce cheap slabs)? Who actually benefits from the PSA guarantee—and why doesn’t the submitter get it? We dig into Nat Turner’s pre-ownership take vs today, authenticity vs condition guarantees, and the collector vs flipper divide. Jeremy also shares a real $6,000 guarantee payout story—and the designer-clothes analogy for why slabs drive value even though the card hasn’t changed. Highlights Flat-fee grading idea: demand control, less plastic, fewer low-value slabs Free market lens vs “predatory” framing—who’s choosing to pay? Guarantee realities: per-card and lifetime caps, submitter exclusion “Buy the card, not the slab” vs registry/set-building culture Do changing standards make old grades obsolete? Expiring-grade thought experiment Collector feedback as a feature, not a bug—why companies should listen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jeremy and Dylan gush over modern executions of vintage designs—Topps Chrome refractor tributes (think ’52 Mantle), Heritage retrofractors, and even OPC “blast from the past”-style rookies—and why some tributes can look better than the originals. Joe shares a missed Ohtani Topps Heritage 1/1 (yes, Superfractor, not “gold vinyl”), and Dylan makes the case for enjoying vintage players on modern tech as a smart, budget-friendly lane. Mid-segment, Mikey Singer (Sport Card Expo/Strongsville) pops in to show his completed 1990–92 Upper Deck Heroes auto run, plug next week’s VGLX gaming show, and share November Expo details—including on-site grading. Highlights Why refractor/retrofractor tributes of icons (Mantle, Hank, Nolan, Gretzky) can out-aesthetic the originals Heritage Retrofractor full-set love (hockey) and why “modern retro” scratches the vintage itch Prism/Optic vs Topps Chrome: year-to-year design, surface “shine,” and where Fanatics needs to improve Dylan’s encouragement to vintage die-hards: try shiny—safely and cheaply Intermission with Mikey Singer: Completed UD Heroes autographs run (’90–’92) VGLX gaming & culture show (video games, TCG, indie devs, AMD/MSI free-play, cosplay) Sport Card Expo Toronto (Nov 6–9): PSA & Beckett on-site; TAG taking subs; stage/Q&A teasers Nostalgia side quest: Vectrex mini chatter + retro consoles Listen + support Follow Sports Cards Live on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and please leave a quick rating or review. Subscribe on YouTube so you don’t miss Parts 4–5 of Episode 286. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We dig deeper into grading: does the era a card was graded matter as much as the number on the flip? Joe explains why he now checks the grade date on vintage, Dylan lays out why consistency beats luck, and we examine whether PSA’s upcharge model creates a financial interest in the cards they grade. Then Dylan pivots to “hobby firsts” and Topps lineage: Mantle’s retired card number 7, the first Topps Chrome refractors, golds numbered to the year, and the rise of printing plates. If you’re moving from Prizm into the Topps world for basketball (and football soon), this is a primer. Highlights The Era of the Slab: why 2021–2025 grades can land 1–2 steps lower PSA upcharges, guarantees, and the “financial interest” debate Consistency vs opinion: AI grading’s promise and TAG’s role PSA vs SGC vs BGS/BVG: perceived strictness and crossover realities Dylan’s “grade your own” approach: museum-style labels and more info on the flip Topps lineage + hobby firsts: Mantle’s retired #7 in Topps base and its return years 1996 Topps Chrome refractors and why that first matters Golds numbered to the year and 2009 Chrome Gold /50 Printing plates (CMYK): how to evaluate cyan, magenta, yellow, black Practical takeaways for collectors shifting from Panini to Topps Listen + support Follow Sports Cards Live on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and please drop a quick rating or review. Subscribe on YouTube so you don’t miss Parts 3–5 from Episode 286. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 286 of Sports Cards Live kicks off with a candid look at PSA upcharges: are we paying for plastic or for an opinion that the hobby itself has elevated in value? Jeremy explains why he now prioritizes eye appeal and authentication over chasing a number, Joe talks risk, liquidity, and legacy planning as reasons collectors still slab, and we tackle the “pop control vs tougher standards” question head on. Dylan Davis joins near the end for what becomes an epic episode of SCL! Highlights PSA upcharges: insurance, incentives, and the “sell-it-immediately” dilemma for modern cards Are we enabling the premium? How the hobby built PSA’s value differential Inconsistency vs opinion: why Jeremy trusts his own eye over the flip Eye appeal over grade: centered, lower-grade vintage that still pops “Population control” or simply tighter standards on low-pop icons Security and liquidity: reasons to grade even if you are not selling Calgary show recap: 2023–24 Upper Deck Outburst Gold 1/1 Anthony Stolarz The Cup Dual Patch Auto /35: Mario Lemieux and Steve Yzerman Toronto Sport Card Expo notes: new booth 1707 with Sam Genova, Thursday night GP Sports social at Arizona’s with giveaways Listen + support Follow Sports Cards Live on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and please leave a quick rating or review. It helps more collectors find the show. Subscribe on YouTube for the full livestream every Saturday night and to catch Parts 2–5 from Episode 286. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Consensus is fading—and that’s okay. We dig into why today’s hobby thrives without a single authority, how to think for yourself on rookie designations and comp use, and when it’s smart to pay ahead for a true keeper. We also hit BIN vs. auction dynamics, social media’s role in fragmenting opinion, and practical deal safety (escrow, in-person, and why G&S isn’t a force field). Quick Expo talk to close it out. Highlights “No boss in the hobby”: more voices, fewer absolutes, better collecting Comps as guidance, not gospel—especially for non-fungible copies and 1/1s BIN patience vs. auction urgency: timing, visibility, and outcome gaps Rookie debates (e.g., dating/labeling issues) and why consensus shifts Buyer mindset: pay now vs. pay more later for rare, eye-appeal pieces Safer transactions: escrow for big deals, in-person meets, and G&S limits Support the show Enjoying Sports Cards Live? Follow and rate the podcast, share this episode with a hobby friend, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Comps are a data point—not the destination. We dig into context-sensitive pricing: how eye appeal and scarcity challenge the “last sale,” why off-record deals distort the public picture, and when Buy-It-Now patience outperforms auctions. We also hit scan-to-comp tools, the role of auction-house marketing in setting records, and the buyer psychology behind paying “next year’s price” to land true keepers. A brief Pokémon retail dust-up kicks things off, then it’s all cards. Highlights Context over copy-paste: eye appeal premiums/discounts and non-fungible grades The “invisible comps” problem: shows, LCS, and private sales that never hit databases BIN vs. auction: patience premium, missing bidders, vacations, and timing risk Tech on the table: scan your slab to pull sales history and comparable results Marketing matters: how better storytelling/presentation can lift auction outcomes Buyer psychology: paying ahead for rare pieces, shifting tastes, and triangulating value Practical takeaways: use comps as guidance, track your own private sales, and price to sell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pricing isn’t just “check a comp.” We dig into price discovery: how vendors set numbers on the floor, why eye appeal (centering, strength/weakness for the grade) can trump the last sale, and where “invisible comps”—private deals and off-platform sales—shape the real market. Dan Bliss stays on to share a dealer’s playbook for fair, competitive pricing and fast inventory turnover, and Leighton Sheldon joins to weigh in on rare cards, negotiation ethics, and keeping your own private sales data. Highlights Competitive vs. cushion pricing: why marking 20–30% over comps can stall your table Eye appeal premium/discounts: strong-for-grade vs. off-center within the same numeric grade Commoditized cards vs. scarce pieces: when comps matter—and when they don’t “Invisible comps”: private show/LCS/Facebook deals that never hit public databases Buying etiquette: avoiding “lowball” moments, respecting sellers, and still getting to yes Collector vs. flipper negotiations: why intent shouldn’t change fair pricing Practical takeaways: price to sell, track your own private sales, refresh inventory often Support the show Enjoying Sports Cards Live? Follow and rate the podcast, share this episode with a hobby friend, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ray Bala

Mint Ink is one great spot! I love this episode!

Jul 25th
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