Author: CardViper
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To coin or not to coin?
That should never even be a debate. Today, I feel compelled to address the absurdity spreading like wildfire through the sports card community. Let’s talk about “coining”—a trend that has somehow found its way into the hobby. Coining, for those blissfully unaware, involves writing your name and the date next to a card you’re posting…
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Sports Card Pricing and Inventory Apps?
Years ago, I created a Microsoft Access database to catalog my card collection. Fast forward many years, and I found a few apps on the Play Store that made the process much easier. Here’s an overview of the apps and websites I’ve tested and their progress. CardBase – GetCardBase (Collectibles) I started with CardBase because…
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Lowballing Sellers
Lowballing, or offering a significantly lower price than what is being asked, is a tactic used by some buyers to attempt to secure a bargain. However, this strategy can have broader implications beyond the immediate transaction. When a seller agrees to a lowball offer, it can inadvertently set a new precedent for the market value…
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Grading Chaos & We Are To Blame
Sports card collecting resonates differently for various individuals. Some engage in it for their love of the sport or players, others for the nostalgic memories it evokes, and a few purely for financial gain. It’s those pursuing profit who appear most entangled in the issues at hand. Allow me to commence my discourse by acknowledging…
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The Best Sports Card Grading Company?
In the realm of sports card grading, a plethora of companies—such as PSA, BGS, SCG, FCG, HGA, and GMA, among others—compete for attention. The perennial question surfaces: “Which one should I choose?” However, the answer to this question hinges on your specific objectives. Are you seeking cards for profitable resale? Do you intend to keep…
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Sports Card Autograph Grading
The perennial debate of whether to grade an autograph on a sports card never seems to fade away. I often encounter this discussion online and find myself questioning why it’s such a hot topic. Curious, I engaged in a debate with individuals who firmly advocate for grading all autographs. Their arguments, however, lacked substantial reasoning…
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Whatnot To Do – Scammers
The Whatnot platform has become increasingly familiar to many, having been around for quite some time. In the past year, Whatnot has witnessed a surge in new sellers and customers. While I primarily focus on the Sports Card facet, I’d like to share my insights and encounters to potentially assist other Whatnot users. From a…