California AB 1570: What Sports Memorabilia Dealers Need to Know
In September 2016, California passed a new law, Assembly Bill 1570 (AB 1570), aimed at providing stronger protections against the fraudulent sale of signed sports […]
Month: April 2025
How to Sell Your Sports Memorabilia Collection — Even Without a COA
You’ve inherited or built a large collection of sports memorabilia — maybe hundreds of signed jerseys, baseball cards, photos, and other collectible gear. If your […]
Is Autograph Grading Worth It? A Real ROI Breakdown
Autograph grading autographs — or any signed collectible — has become more than just a way to verify authenticity. It’s a financial strategy. A slabbed […]
50/50 and Forever: Shohei Ohtani Memorabilia That Made History
On September 19, 2024, Ohtani etched his name into baseball history with a feat no Major League player had ever achieved: a 50/50 season—50 home […]
Are Manufacturers Betraying Collectors with Fake Patches?
In recent years, the world of sports trading cards has witnessed a surge in interest, with collectors scrambling to get their hands on the most […]
How Trustworthy Is Sports Memorabilia from China? A Full Guide to Safe Collecting and Spotting Fakes
In today’s global marketplace, it’s easier than ever to buy trading cards, autographs, and sports memorabilia from sellers around the world. One country that often […]
How to Optimize Your Collection: Tips for Collectors and Investors
For collectors who own an impressive collection of trading cards and sports memorabilia, managing and organizing such a collection can be a challenge. However, with […]
Why Modern Sports Trading Cards Might Crash Like Beanie Babies
Everyone’s hyped about sports trading cards again. A rare LeBron James rookie card sells for over $5 million, and suddenly people are acting like this […]
GOAT Trading Cards: Where Will Prices Stand in 20 Years?
The trading card boom of the early 2020s sent prices for sports memorabilia into the stratosphere. But as the market cools and matures, collectors are […]
Faster Turnaround Times for U.S. Trading Card Collectors? PSA Grading Temporarily Halts International Submissions Due to Tariffs
Great news may be on the horizon for U.S.-based trading card collectors: PSA grading turnaround times could see a significant improvement — at least temporarily […]