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  • Free Download: Card Grading & Shipping Checklist (PDF)

    Free Download: Card Grading & Shipping Checklist (PDF)

    Stop losing money on rejected submissions and damaged shipments. This checklist covers everything you need to prep cards for PSA,…

    12/7/2025
  • Is Grading Worth It? ROI by Card Type (Modern, Vintage, Sports)

    Is Grading Worth It? ROI by Card Type (Modern, Vintage, Sports)

    I’ve submitted nearly 3,000 cards to grading services. I track every submission in a spreadsheet—fees, expected grades, actual grades, sale…

    12/7/2025
  • Best Supplies for Grading Submissions (PSA/CGC/Beckett)

    After nearly 3,000 grading submissions, I’ve dialed in exactly what supplies work—and which ones waste money. This is what I…

    12/7/2025
  • Complete Guide to Collecting, Grading, Storage & Reselling (2025)

    I’ve graded nearly 3,000 cards with PSA, CGC, and Beckett. I’ve sold tens of thousands of cards on eBay. I…

    12/7/2025
  • Deals Sourcing: Card Shows, Lots, FB Groups & eBay Snipes (2025)

    Deals Sourcing: Card Shows, Lots, FB Groups & eBay Snipes (2025)

    I’ve bought cards everywhere—eBay auctions at 3am, sweaty card show floors, Facebook group deals gone wrong, and estate sale jackpots.…

    12/7/2025
  • PSA vs CGC vs Beckett: Fees, Turnaround, Resale Prices (2025)

    PSA vs CGC vs Beckett: Fees, Turnaround, Resale Prices (2025)

    I’ve submitted nearly 3,000 cards to PSA, CGC, and Beckett over the years. I’ve tracked every submission, every grade, every…

    12/7/2025
  • Pokémon Card Storage & Flip Guide: Set-Specific Tips for 2025

    Pokémon Card Storage & Flip Guide: Set-Specific Tips for 2025

    Pokémon is my bread and butter. I’ve graded hundreds of Pokémon cards—from Base Set Charizards to modern Alt Arts—and sold…

    12/7/2025
  • Reseller’s Bulk Storage & Workflow (5k–20k Cards)

    Reseller’s Bulk Storage & Workflow (5k–20k Cards)

    I manage over 10,000 cards as a one-man operation. No employees, no warehouse—just me, a spare room, and a system…

    12/7/2025
  • I Lost $5,000+ Learning These Card Collecting Lessons (So You Don’t Have To)

    After grading nearly 3,000 cards and selling tens of thousands on eBay, I’ve made every mistake possible. Some cost me…

    12/7/2025

Gallery

Snapshots of card storage setups and preservation tips from our community.

A box of playing cards adorned with intricate designs and symbols. The central focus is a large 'A' surrounded by circular emblems and geometric patterns. The design includes a combination of gold and violet hues, with various symbols often associated with superhero themes.
A person's hands holding four trading cards with colorful illustrations. The cards are being examined closely, and a game board featuring sections and text is visible in the background.
A collection of variously colored and themed playing card decks is neatly stacked against a wall in a corner of a room. Each deck has a unique design and branding, creating a vibrant and visually interesting mosaic. The setting includes a soft, beige-colored cushion resting on a wooden floor next to a curtain.
A small electronic card reader, featuring a keypad with numbers and function buttons. A card is inserted into the top slot, exposing its chip and indicating contactless functionality. The device has branded labels and a display screen.

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