World Class Grading October 13, 2006
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World Class Grading is the new kid in town as far as the big names go, but they are quickly getting a lot of customers. Their prices are competitive and they make the process very easy. Their support staff is always there and willing to lend a helping hand.
On their website, they claim to have over 25 years experience. I’ve never had a problem with them, as their service has been quick and everything I expected.
The prices are between $7 and $22 per card.
Website: http://www.worldclassgrading.com/
Accugrade October 13, 2006
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Accugrade is one of the industry leaders in card grading. They’ve been in business since 1984 and have a great reputation around the world.
On their website, they claim to have graded and authenticated over 630,000 individual items valued at nearly $400,000,000. They’re also credited with coming up with grading scale that is used throughout the industry.
Prices very from $4.75 to $15 per card.
Tennis — Hot Market August 2, 2006
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Women’s Tennis is becoming a booming market in the sports trading card industry. More and more people want to get their hands on the cards of their favorite stars. And although it might be hard to find tennis cards in your everyday card shop, here are some cards to look for and that should be available almost everywhere:
Turning up the Heat on trading cards July 1, 2006
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With the Miami Heat now NBA champions, that is great news for Dwyane Wade cards. Of course, rookie cards and autographed cards will be the most valuable, but even his common cards will also see a spike in value. Here is a breakdown of the main players on the Heat and the outlook of their cards:
1. Dwyane Wade – He’s the bigger winner in all this. He’s now taken the next step and is now a super star. If he wins a couple more championships, he could start reaching Michael Jordan status. Prices on his cards are going up across the board.
2. Shaquille O’Neal – Shaq won championship number 4 and is now talked about as perhaps the best center of all-time. This title will do nothing but help the value of his cards. He’s proven he can win away from Kobe and the Lakers, so his value is even more obvious.
3. Gary Payton – Even though Payton was only a role player on this team, I’ve noticed his cards increasing in value as of late. His rookie cards are now being looked at a lot more. Most likely, people are thinking that this championship has cemented Payton’s place as one of the best point guards of this generation.
4. Antoine Walker – Walker’s trading cards have never been highly valued, but that could change if he takes on a bigger role in Miami. He was a key cog in their run to the Finals and all indications are that he’s coming back next year.
5. Dorell Wright – Wright was drafted right out of high school and played very little this year. However, he has huge upside as a player and if the Heat keep up their winning ways, his career could take off. Buy his cards low if you can as there is nowhere to go but up.
Hello World! June 25, 2006
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Hello World! It’s me again. I’ve decided to start my own blog. Everyone seems to be doing it, so I decided to join the bandwagon.
As anyone who knows me can tell you, my passion in life is sports trading cards. Ever since I was a kid, it’s been my number one hobby. And now as an adult, my passion has grown into a business.
I work from home and spend a good percentage of my awake hours buying, trading and selling cards. I’ve been in doing business for about eight years and I’ve learned a lot of tricks of the trade. I hope to pass those on to my readers.
I love this hobby and I want you to love it too!
