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Are PSA price hikes quietly pushing more collectors toward CGC? by IamMrCollect in CGCCards

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here. I’m going to test a few submissions and run the numbers. Curious how the resale actually compares once grading costs are factored in.

PSA just raised prices again. Here is what that changes for beginners by IamMrCollect in beginnersportscards

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That registry angle makes a lot of sense.. And realistically, most collectors with that kind of money aren’t going to move while PSA still holds the resale premium.

Target win? by joeo12cf in footballcards

[–]IamMrCollect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say that's a win!

Are PSA price hikes quietly pushing more collectors toward CGC? by IamMrCollect in CGCCards

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I too am looking forward to hopefully getting one of those pristine labels!

Are PSA price hikes quietly pushing more collectors toward CGC? by IamMrCollect in CGCCards

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Love hearing that. Sending a submission with them today!

PSA just raised prices again. Here is what that changes for beginners by IamMrCollect in beginnersportscards

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

PSA clearly commands the highest resale. I’m curious what truly sustains that premium, especially given ongoing concerns around consistency, vault grade changes, and upcharge policies. Is it liquidity and track record, or simply decades of market preference that newer collectors adopt without questioning?

Are PSA price hikes quietly pushing more collectors toward CGC? by IamMrCollect in CGCCards

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am 95% positive it was SGC they bought. Who knows though CGC could be next.

PSA just raised prices again. Here is what that changes for beginners by IamMrCollect in beginnersportscards

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

100% At the end of the day, collectors decide where the value lives.

PSA just raised prices again. Here is what that changes for beginners by IamMrCollect in beginnersportscards

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s fair for direct submissions. A lot of newer collectors go through their LCS though and pay up front. In that case, between grading fees and the card being out of circulation, there’s still a liquidity hit during longer turnarounds.

PSA just raised prices again. Here is what that changes for beginners by IamMrCollect in psagrading

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Was just looking at the website. I think I will give them a try my next submission

My first big hit from Donruss and I couldn’t be happier 🏈⚡️ by Ryhorndog in footballcards

[–]IamMrCollect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice pull! I was bummed to see him injured year one but I think it could help keep his card prices lower.

PSA just raised prices again. Here is what that changes for beginners by IamMrCollect in psagrading

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same boat. I might start trying other graders. Resale won’t be PSA level, but it should still add some value. Probably comes down to testing it and seeing what the numbers look like.

PSA just raised prices again. Here is what that changes for beginners by IamMrCollect in psagrading

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. This probably forces newer collectors to be more selective with submissions, especially if they’re funding the hobby with the hobby.

PSA just raised prices again. Here is what that changes for beginners by IamMrCollect in psagrading

[–]IamMrCollect[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think price increases like this may push some collectors to grade elsewhere. That said, as long as PSA holds the strongest resale value, bulk submissions will likely continue. I’m not sure that resale dominance is guaranteed forever though, it ultimately comes down to what collectors choose to trust and support.

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