The Ultimate SGC Grading Review
We provide the ultimate SGC Grading Review. With PSA and BGS backed up, should you grade your cards with SGC? Click for the lowdown.
Grading
Should You Buy PSA 9s or PSA 10s?
When buying slabs, you will wonder whether to buy PSA 9s or PSA 10s. We have all the must-have rules for slab purchasing.
Should You Buy Graded Or Raw Sports Cards
Graded cards demand a premium, and almost every collector prefers them over raw. But there is more to the question: should you buy graded or raw sports cards. That said, there’s a question built into this statement: how should you get your cards graded? Is it better to buy graded cards, or will you profit…
The PSA Set Registry Guide Effect
Many collectors are only vaguely aware of the PSA Set Registry. However, it is one of the most crucial elements in determining the prices of graded cards and the hierarchy between the grading companies. In this article, we will examine, the PSA Set Registry Guide effect. In the past, collectors would often boast to their…
Eye Appeal and Value: Finding That Eye-Candy
What do you need to know about eye appeal and value? A lot. No one wants to spend a ton of money on an ugly card, right?
PWCC’s New Scam: Grade Reviewed By PSA
PWCC is labeling altered cards with a status of Grade Reviewed By PSA, in order to resell them. We look at why this is a serious problem.
Cracking Cards Out Of PSA And BGS Slabs
Considering Breaking Cards Out of a PSA or BGS Slab? We tested the best method so you can do it safely.
How to Spot a Fake Fleer Jordan Rookie Card
There are many fake Fleer Jordan rookie cards. How do you avoid buying a fake version of the iconic card? We show you.
Counter High Grading Costs with PSA Quarterly Specials
With PSA prices way up, it is tempting to take advantage of discounts such as the quarterly specials. But are quarterly specials worth it?
Which Sportscards to Grade Without Getting Played
With prices up, how do you know which sportscards to grade? Here are three essential tips to help you decide which cards are worth it.
Sports Card Grading Costs Double
PSA and BGS regularly raise prices. We document the drastic price increases. Is third party grading still worthwhile?
Review of Hybrid Grading Approach (HGA) Grading Service
For years, there have been two major players in the modern card-grading world: PSA and BGS. But a new upstart called HGA Grading is looking to break in and put its name among the grading world’s elite. Only time will tell whether they’re able to do so. But the company is doing things differently, and…
Using a Blacklight To Detect Altered Sports Cards
When even a small alteration can significantly raise a card’s value, bad actors will alter sportscards to increase their value. However, a cheap blacklight can be highly useful in detecting alterations and protecting you from purchasing a fraudulent card. Why Use A Blacklight On Sports Cards? A blacklight is a small portable device, resembling a…
Grading Sports Cards And Condition
Condition. It can be the difference between a $100 card and a $1,000 card, and often the visual discrepancy is indiscernible. Let’s take a look at why the condition is so important, how to grade sports cards, and how to use knowledge of grading to further your collecting and investing goals. Scarcity and Sports Cards…
