by CardSZN | Aug 12, 2025 | Buying & Selling, Investing
Why Break a Box When You Can Flip Singles? First off, if you’re asking whether cracking open sealed boxes in 2025 is worth your time and money, buckle up: it depends on your risk tolerance, your spreadsheet game, and how much you enjoy the smell of fresh cardboard....
by CardSZN | Aug 9, 2025 | Buying & Selling, Investing
Let’s talk about rookie cards—the sacred cows of the hobby. They’re the first thing new collectors chase. They’re the backbone of every card portfolio. They’re also the source of some of the worst advice still being passed around at shows, Discords, and break chats in...
by CardSZN | Aug 8, 2025 | Buying & Selling, Investing
If you’re getting into sports cards right now, you’re catching the hobby in a weird—but exciting—transition. Panini’s on the way out. Fanatics is taking over everything. Topps now makes NBA and NFL cards again. And everyone with a WiFi connection thinks...
by CardSZN | Aug 7, 2025 | Investing
Let’s be real: a 10-cent card in mint condition is worth more than a $10 card with a crushed corner. Card condition *is* the game, and most flippers fumble it. Whether you’re a binder collector, sealed box hoarder, or slab degenerate, if you’re not storing...
by CardSZN | Aug 5, 2025 | Basketball, Buying & Selling, Investing
You don’t need a Luka RPA or a Giannis logoman to flip cards in 2025. In fact, if that’s your plan and your bankroll is under six figures, you’re probably going to be stuck sitting on inventory while your PayPal balance cries. This year is about fast movers....
by CardSZN | Jul 25, 2025 | Buying & Selling, Investing
So you’re new to the hobby, you’ve got a few bucks to spend, and you’re asking the golden question: “What sports cards should I be buying right now?” You want smart buys. Stuff that holds value. Maybe even goes up. But not the kind of cards that make you take out a...