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🚨 $1,000,000+ in PSA graded cards STOLEN, Shohei Ohtani rookie cards dropping in value, and counterfeit PSA slabs showing up at card shows! The sports card hobby has some major stories to discuss this week! Welcome back to the Collector Investor Podcast! Jeremy (The Texas Snowman), Chris, and Thor break down some of the biggest controversies and questions facing sports card collectors, dealers, and investors. 🔥 IN THIS EPISODE: 🚨 PSA / FedEx Card Theft – A FedEx vehicle transporting PSA submissions was reportedly burglarized, with one collector reporting more than $1,000,000 in stolen cards. Who is responsible, how will collectors be compensated, and should high-value graded cards receive better shipping security? 📉 Shohei Ohtani Card Market CRASH? – Some popular Ohtani rookie cards have dropped roughly 25–33% in the charts discussed. Is this the time to buy the dip, sell before prices fall further, or hold until baseball season returns? We discuss PSA populations, supply, demand, and long-term investment strategies. ⚠️ FAKE PSA SLABS at Card Shows! – Counterfeit-style PSA holders and proxy cards are appearing at dealer tables. Even when disclosed, should these products be allowed at shows? We discuss the risks to collectors and the importance of protecting the hobby. ⚾ $100,000 MICKEY MANTLE DRAFT! – Jeremy and Chris go head-to-head building their ultimate $100K Mickey Mantle collections! With vintage rookies, rare food issues, high-grade cards, and autographs available, who makes the smarter investment picks? 💰 COLLECTOR INVESTOR AUCTIONS UPDATE: We also discuss major upcoming consignments, including an impressive 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan sticker PSA 10, a potential 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle consignment, and our expanded auction facility. 👇 JOIN THE CONVERSATION! • Would you BUY, SELL, or HOLD Shohei Ohtani rookie cards right now? • Should card shows ban fake PSA slabs, even when they're labeled as replicas? • Who won the $100,000 Mickey Mantle draft — Jeremy or Chris? 👍 LIKE this video if you enjoy sports card market discussions! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for vintage sports cards, hobby news, auctions, market analysis, and collector debates. Chapters 00:00 Intro & Collector Investor Podcast Banter 04:09 Major Consignments & Upcoming Auctions 06:18 Inside the New Collector Investor Auctions Facility 11:34 PSA FedEx Heist: 1M+ in Cards Stolen 19:20 Should Card Shows Provide Better Security? 21:56 Shohei Ohtani Card Market Decline: Buy or Sell? 33:18 Fake PSA Slabs at Card Shows 38:36 $100K Mickey Mantle Investment Draft 49:09 Mickey Mantle Draft Results & Winner If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com CIA YouTube Channel- @CollectorInvestorAuctions Check out Chris YouTube Channel- @collectorinvestordealer VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice. #SportsCards #PSA #PSAGrading #ShoheiOhtani #MickeyMantle #BaseballCards #SportsCardInvesting #VintageBaseballCards #CardCollecting #CollectorInvestor

Can PSA really decertify a graded sports card without ever inspecting it in person? In this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, we dive into a controversial PSA grading decision involving an older PSA 10 Barry Bonds card that reportedly had its certification deactivated after photos surfaced on X. Should PSA have the power to invalidate a card's grade based on photos submitted by someone other than the owner? What happens to the collector who owns that card? And where does PSA's grading guarantee come into play? Jeremy, Chris, and Thor debate the implications for vintage card collectors, grading standards, population reports, and the future of PSA-certified cards. But that's not all! We also break down the latest Collector Investor Auctions results, including a surprising PSA 10 vs. SGC 10 price difference on a Robert Parish rookie card, the booming Kobe Bryant market, and some incredible vintage baseball cards. Chapters 01:39 New Collector Investor Auctions Headquarters 03:08 Six-Figure Collection & Auction Results 08:08 Why Buy Kobe Bryant Chrome Right Now? 10:54 PSA Deactivates a Barry Bonds PSA 10 Certification 27:06 How to Price Half-Grade Vintage Cards 31:10 Rookie Cards vs. Rare Autographs – Which Is Better? 37:17 Do Influencers Affect Sports Card Prices? 38:12 Are Modern Autographs Overproduced? 40:06 The Most Undervalued Junk Wax Era Players 43:25 The $100,000 Babe Ruth Investment Draft 53:03 Auction Updates & Closing Thoughts   JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Would you be comfortable owning an expensive PSA 10 if PSA could deactivate its certification without physically examining the card? And if you had $100,000 to invest in Babe Ruth cards, which cards would YOU buy? Let us know in the comments! If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com CIA YouTube Channel-  @CollectorInvestorAuctions  Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice. #SportsCards #PSAGrading #VintageBaseballCards #SportsCardInvesting #BabeRuth #CardCollecting #KobeBryant #SportsCardPodcast #BaseballCards #CollectorInvestor

The sports card market is moving FAST — and this week we're seeing two completely different stories. 🔥 90s basketball legends are taking off. Shaquille O'Neal, Kevin Garnett, Allen Iverson, Kobe Bryant and other stars are seeing major movement as collectors begin looking beyond Michael Jordan and toward what we're calling the “second-tier GOAT” boom. Is this the beginning of a much bigger run for 1990s basketball cards? 📉 Meanwhile, one of the biggest cards in the non-sport boom has taken a stunning hit. The Spider-Man first appearance card has seen some grades fall dramatically in a matter of weeks. Is this simply one overheated card correcting, or could it be an early warning sign for the non-sport card market? We also break down the massive Pete Crow-Armstrong MLB Debut Patch sale and compare it with the multimillion-dollar debut patch market. Did PCA's card sell too low — and are collectors paying too much for modern 1/1 debut patches? Plus, we tackle your questions about altered and trimmed vintage cards, crossover grading, SGC, COMC, eye appeal premiums, and more. 💬 QUESTION OF THE DAY: Which market would you rather buy RIGHT NOW: 90s basketball stars or non-sport cards? Drop your answer in the comments! 👍 Like the video, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more sports card market discussion, collecting news, auctions and hobby talk from the Collector Investor Podcast. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Where Is Snowman? 02:44 – Collector Investor October Auction 04:30 – The Explosion of Card Shows & Dealers 10:39 – Pete Crow-Armstrong’s $1M+ Debut Patch 19:42 – Are Huge 1/1 Cards Really Randomly Distributed? 22:09 – The “Second-Tier GOAT” Card BOOM 28:57 – Is the Non-Sport Card Market Starting to Fall? 29:12 – Spider-Man Card Prices Are CRASHING 34:04 – Why Are Altered & Trimmed Cards Selling So High? 38:28 – PSA Crossover Grading: Is It Worth It? 42:03 – How Much Time Does SGC Have Left? 44:27 – Are Grading Stickers Getting Out of Control?   If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com CIA YouTube Channel-  @CollectorInvestorAuctions  Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice. #SportsCards #BasketballCards #CardCollecting #TheHobby #90sBasketball #MichaelJordan #Shaq #AllenIverson #KevinGarnett #NonSportsCards #SpiderManCards #SportsCardInvesting #PSA #TradingCards #CollectorInvestor

Should collectors really AVOID the 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan right now? On this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, we react to the argument that collectors should stay away from the iconic 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan and buy the much scarcer 1984 Star 101 Jordan instead. We break down population, historical prices, the massive COVID-era rise and crash, and whether the Fleer and Star Jordans are actually more connected than people think. Then we tackle a HUGE change coming to eBay auctions: extended bidding. What happens to last-second sniping? Is this better for sellers? Will cards start selling for more money? And could this fundamentally change how collectors bid on eBay? We also recap the Philly Card Show, including some hilarious deals and stories from the weekend, before answering viewer questions about when to sell cards from your PC, whether to dual-grade autographed cards, grading inconsistencies, and the massive import costs some international collectors are facing. Whether you're a vintage collector, modern collector, investor, dealer, or just love talking sports cards, there's a LOT to unpack in this one. COMMENT BELOW: Would you rather own the 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan or the 1984 Star Michael Jordan #101? And what do you think about eBay eliminating traditional last-second sniping? 👍 Like the video 💬 Join the conversation below 🔔 Subscribe for more sports card market discussion, collecting stories, auctions, vintage cards and hobby news! Chapters 3:10 How Collector Investor Did at Philly 6:23 An 8-Year-Old Makes a Card Deal 😂 9:15 The Babe Ruth Deal That Almost Happened 12:38 A 1910 Drum Tobacco Find 15:48 Should You Avoid the 1986 Fleer Jordan? 27:33 eBay Introduces Extended Bidding 35:57 Viewer Q&A 38:03 When Should You Sell Your PC Cards? 42:19 Should You Dual Grade Autographed Cards? 50:19 International Buyers Getting Hit With Huge Fees If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com CIA YouTube Channel-  @CollectorInvestorAuctions  Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice. #SportsCards #MichaelJordan #1986FleerJordan #MichaelJordanRookie #StarJordan #BasketballCards #eBay #eBayAuctions #CardCollecting #SportsCardInvesting #VintageCards #TheHobby #TradingCards #CardMarket #SportsCardMarket #CardInvesting #PSA #CardGrading #VintageBasketball #CollectorInvestor #CollectorInvestorPodcast #SportsCardPodcast #PhillyCardShow #CardShow #eBaySniping

PSA gave Chris’s 1933 World Wide Gum Babe Ruth a grade that left the guys completely baffled. Is it time to crack it out and submit it again—or is this exactly why sports card grading needs AI? On this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, Chris, Jeremy and the crew break down the Babe Ruth card, compare it to other PSA-graded examples, and debate what Chris should do next. The conversation then turns to the bigger question: Could AI grading finally bring more consistency to the sports card hobby? We also tackle a bunch of viewer questions, including whether PSA will remain the dominant grading company, whether population control exists, TAG and other grading companies, vintage Panini World Cup stickers, grading 1970s baseball sets, the difference between inserts and parallels, and whether discounted card sales should actually count as comps. Plus, we talk about our favorite players to collect from the 1990s and preview our trip to the Philly Show!   👇 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: What grade would YOU give the Babe Ruth? Would you crack it and resubmit it? And do you think AI will eventually become the standard for sports card grading? If you enjoy vintage sports cards, grading discussions, hobby news, collecting and investing, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT! ⏱️ Chapters 00:24 Welcome to the Show 03:41 Chris Reveals the 1933 Babe Ruth 09:45 Should Chris Crack & Resubmit It? 17:35 Will PSA Still Dominate in 5, 10 or 20 Years? 21:00 Could AI Create a Problem for PSA? 26:21 Does PSA Control Populations? 28:28 Why Don’t Other Grading Companies Get More Attention? 31:20 Vintage Panini World Cup Stickers 33:22 Should You Grade 1970s Baseball Sets? 36:16 What Exactly Is a Sports Card Insert? 39:09 Should Discounted Card Sales Count as Comps? 44:30 Our Favorite Players to Collect From the ’90s 46:29 We’re Going to the Philly Show If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com CIA YouTube Channel-  @CollectorInvestorAuctions  Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice. #SportsCards #CardCollecting #PSA #PSAGrading #CardGrading #AIGrading #BabeRuth #VintageCards #BaseballCards #SportsCardHobby #TradingCards #VintageBaseballCards #CardCollector #SportsCardInvesting #TheHobby #CardMarket #TAGGrading #SGC #CGC #BaseballCardCollector #VintageBaseball #CardInvesting #SportsCardPodcast #CollectorInvestor #CollectorInvestorPodcast

PSA just opened a new $59.99 grading tier — but is this actually good news for collectors? On this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, Thor and Texas Snowman break down PSA’s latest grading option, the massive backlog, turnaround times, and whether PSA is slowly working its way down through pricing tiers instead of bringing affordable grading back to collectors. We also recap a HUGE weekend in the hobby, including the Dallas Card Show and Northeast Sports Card Expo, discuss whether collectors are starting to experience card show fatigue, and show off some incredible cards headed toward Collector Investor Auctions. Plus, we dive into the massive price difference between PSA 10 and SGC 10 cards, the explosion of ’90s inserts, Michael Jordan cards, Disney and other non-sports cards, vintage football, and where we think the sports card market could be heading next. And we answer collector questions about whether you should grade Jordan inserts now or wait for cheaper PSA tiers — plus what to do when junk wax cards are “bricked” together inside packs. Chapters 00:25 September Auction Recap 03:05 Northeast Sports Card Expo Recap 05:59 Dallas Card Show — Is 4 Days Too Much? 08:44 Are Collectors Getting Card Show Fatigue? 10:53 Big Card Show Pickups 12:09 Rare 1986 Michael Jordan Card 14:08 Vintage Cards & Upcoming Auction Preview 15:29 INSANE PSA 10 vs SGC 10 Price Difference 20:10 PSA’s NEW $59.99 Grading Tier 21:06 Is PSA’s Turnaround Time Realistic? 22:08 Is $60 Grading Worth It? 24:03 PSA Grading Rant — Are Collectors Being Milked? 27:54 Comment of the Day 29:45 Why Non-Sports Cards Have Exploded 32:17 Is Vintage Football Next? 32:33 Disney Cards vs Sports Cards 35:22 Presidential Cards — What Has Staying Power? 37:02 Viewer Question: Grade Jordan Inserts Now or Wait? 42:01 The ’90s Insert Revolution 42:49 Can ’90s Insert Prices Keep Rising? 44:29 Where Is the Sports Card Market Headed? 47:53 How Do You Unstick “Bricked” Cards? Topics include: PSA grading prices and backlog PSA vs. SGC Dallas Card Show Northeast Sports Card Expo Card show fatigue Michael Jordan cards ’90s basketball inserts Vintage sports cards Disney and non-sports cards Sports card market predictions Junk wax and bricked cards Collector Investor Auctions What do YOU think about PSA’s new $59.99 tier? Would you submit now, or wait for cheaper grading to return? Let us know in the comments! If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com CIA YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@CollectorInvestorAuctions Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS   Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice. Be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for more sports card market discussion, collecting news, auctions, card shows, grading talk, and hobby opinions. #SportsCards #SportsCardCollecting #SportsCardCollector #SportsCardInvesting #SportsCardInvestor #TheHobby #CardCollecting #CardCollector #CardCollectors #CardInvesting #CardMarket #SportsCardMarket #HobbyNews #HobbyTalk #TradingCards #TradingCardCollector #VintageCards #VintageSportsCards #VintageCardCollector #BaseballCards #BasketballCards #FootballCards #MichaelJordan #MichaelJordanCards #JordanCards #90sBasketball #90sInserts #90sCards #CardInserts #PSA #PSAGrading #PSACards #CardGrading #GradedCards #GradingCards #PSAvsSGC #SGC #SGCGrading #DallasCardShow #CardShow #SportsCardShow #CardShowPickup #CardShowPickups #CardShowLife #CardShowVlog #CardShowDeals #NonSportsCards #DisneyCards #VintageDisney #JunkWax #JunkWaxEra #CardPrices #CardValues #CardMarketNews #SportsCardNews #SportsCardPodcast #CollectorInvestor #CollectorInvestorPodcast #CollectorInvestorAuctions

The sports card hobby is getting WILD. SGC has made a massive grading price increase, and collectors are asking a simple question: Does it still make sense to grade with SGC? We break down the SGC price hike, turnaround times, the current grading backlog, how SGC compares with PSA, and whether this move could cause longtime SGC collectors to walk away. Then we dive into another market that has absolutely EXPLODED — vintage non-sports cards. Batman, Marvel, Mickey Mouse and other vintage non-sports cards have seen incredible price movement, with some cards skyrocketing in just a matter of months. Is this a legitimate market correction for an undervalued category, or are prices moving too far, too fast? PLUS: 🔥 What actually qualifies as a “vintage” sports card? 🔥 Collector Investor Auctions September Auction preview 🔥 SGC vs. PSA at today’s grading prices 🔥 Batman, Marvel & Disney card market explosion 🔥 Could ungraded cards eventually flood the market? 🔥 $1,000 Collector Investor Auctions giveaway 🔥 Should you grade a Roberto Clemente 1/1 patch? 🔥 Is collecting raw cards dead? 🔥 Viewer questions & plenty of hobby debate   Chapters 00:31 What Year Is Actually “Vintage”? 04:45 Collector Investor September Auction 08:02 SGC’s Massive Price Increase 18:00 Are Vintage Non-Sports Cards About to Crash? 27:16 $1,000 Collector Investor Auctions Giveaway 31:56 Should You Grade a Roberto Clemente 1/1? 35:43 Is Collecting Raw Cards Dead? 39:10 Viewer Question: The “Vegetable Market”   Let us know in the comments: 👉 Would you pay $50 to grade a card with SGC? 👉 Are vintage non-sports cards headed even higher — or toward a correction? 👉 What year do YOU consider the cutoff for vintage? If you enjoy sports card collecting, vintage cards, card grading, hobby news and market discussions, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications for more Collector Investor content! If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com CIA YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@CollectorInvestorAuctions Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS   Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice. SportsCards #CardCollecting #SGC #PSA #VintageCards #NonSportsCards #BatmanCards #MarvelCards #DisneyCards #CardGrading #SportsCardInvesting #TheHobby #CollectorInvestor

Is PSA intentionally controlling card populations? And does Fanatics have a conflict of interest when it manufactures the biggest chase cards in the hobby AND operates a marketplace that can sell them? On this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, we dive into two major sports card hobby debates. First, we discuss Fanatics and the massive Cooper Flagg chase card. When a huge card is pulled as a redemption, Fanatics is involved in getting that card to the collector — but it also has its own selling platform. Does that give Fanatics an unfair advantage when it comes to landing some of the biggest cards in the hobby? Then we get into PSA grading. Has PSA become significantly tougher on cards from the 1980s and 1990s? Are newer graders judging older card stock against modern and ultra-modern standards? And the biggest question of all: could PSA be intentionally controlling populations on valuable cards? We also discuss: 🔥 Fanatics and the Cooper Flagg chase card 🔥 Fanatics Collect and potential conflicts of interest 🔥 Why PSA seems tougher on 1980s & 1990s cards 🔥 PSA grading consistency 🔥 The theory of PSA "pop control" 🔥 Why high-value cards may receive more scrutiny 🔥 The lack of transparency in card grading 🔥 Old-label PSA slabs vs. newer PSA slabs 🔥 How we evaluate vintage cards in older PSA holders 🔥 Whether a new grading company could challenge PSA 🔥 Affordable cards of some of the greatest athletes of all time PLUS — we pick affordable or undervalued cards for hobby GOATs including: ⚾ Mickey Mantle 🏀 Michael Jordan ⚾ Babe Ruth ⚾ Ken Griffey Jr. ⚾ Jackie Robinson 🏈 Tom Brady 🏀 Kobe Bryant ⚾ Ty Cobb ⚾ Shohei Ohtani Which debate are you more concerned about: Fanatics' growing influence over the sports card hobby or PSA's grading standards? And do YOU believe PSA population control is real? TouTube Chapters 4:21 Chris’ “International YouTube Star” Moment 6:15 Fanatics Conflict of Interest? 14:31 Is PSA Too Strict on Older Cards? 24:11 Is PSA Controlling Populations? 28:24 Could a New Grading Company Compete? 35:48 Buying Old-Label PSA Vintage Cards 41:23 Affordable Cards of Hobby GOATs 42:28 Mickey Mantle 44:29 Michael Jordan 46:30 Babe Ruth 48:18 Ken Griffey Jr. 49:42 Jackie Robinson 51:00 Tom Brady 53:05 Kobe Bryant 55:00 Ty Cobb 58:24 Shohei Ohtani 1:00:25 Who Had the Best Card Picks? Drop your opinion in the comments! 👍 LIKE the video if you enjoy sports card hobby discussions 💬 COMMENT with your take 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more sports card collecting, grading, buying, selling, and hobby news   If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice.   #SportsCards #PSAGrading #PSA #Fanatics #CardCollecting #BaseballCards #SportsCardHobby #VintageCards #TradingCards #MichaelJordan #MickeyMantle #TomBrady #ShoheiOhtani

In this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, we dive into some of the biggest conversations happening in the sports card hobby right now! Can one social media post completely change the value of a sports card? We look at the sudden explosion of the 1992 Stadium Club Members Choice Ken Griffey Jr., a card that went from just a few dollars raw to around $25 in a matter of days. We also discuss Gary Vee’s influence on Marvel cards, rising prices on ’90s inserts, and whether influencers have too much power over the sports card market. Then we get into PSA. Turnaround times are getting longer, grading is getting more expensive, and Jeremy shares one of the WORST PSA submissions of his career — nearly 190 cards with ZERO PSA 10s! Are PSA graders becoming stricter? Are older cards being judged against modern-card standards? And what could PSA bulk grading cost when it finally returns? We also answer viewer questions about grading Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan and Allen Iverson cards from 1996 SkyBox E-X2000, debate factory sets vs. sealed wax, and share lessons learned from buying and reselling thousands of sports card collections. ⏱️ Chapters 2:39 Collector Investor Auctions Selling at Card Shows 6:29 Social Media's Influence on Card Prices 18:10 PSA Turnaround Times Get Even Longer 29:07 Should You Grade Kobe, Jordan & Iverson? 37:47 Breaking News on PSA Bulk 41:36 Factory Sets vs. Sealed Wax 43:31 Producer's Corner: Tips for Buying Card Collections   If you collect, buy, sell, grade or invest in sports cards, let us know your take in the comments: Are influencers having TOO MUCH impact on sports card prices? And do you think PSA has become harder on grades? Subscribe for more sports card hobby news, collecting discussions, grading talk, market analysis, card show coverage and vintage sports cards from the Collector Investor Podcast. If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice. #SportsCards #SportsCardCollecting #psa #CardCollecting #SportsCardHobby #TheHobby #BaseballCards #BasketballCards #TradingCards #SportsCardPodcast #SportsCardNews #SportsCardMarket #SportsCardPrices #CardCollector #CardCollectors #CardInvesting #SportsCardInvesting #PSA #PSAGrading #PSACards #CardGrading #GradedCards #PSA10 #KenGriffeyJr #KenGriffeyJrCards #MichaelJordanCards #KobeBryantCards #AllenIversonCards #90sSportsCards #90sInserts #VintageCards #VintageSportsCards #ModernSportsCards #MarvelCards #NonSportsCards #GaryVee #CardMarket #CardPrices #TradingCardMarket #SportsCardCommunity #HobbyNews #CardShow #CardShows #BuyingCards #SellingCards #CardCollection #SportsCardCollection #CollectorInvestor #CollectorInvestorPodcast #SportsCardYouTube #BaseballCardCollector #influencer #bad #thehobby

The sports card market is moving FAST — and this week we’re breaking down some of the biggest stories happening in the hobby. We start with an incredible vintage collection of roughly 1,000 cards originally opened in 1950 and 1951, including a beautiful raw 1951 Bowman Mickey Mantle rookie card that survived all these years. Then we celebrate a huge milestone as Collector Investor Auctions breaks the $1 MILLION mark for the first time! But the market discussion gets even crazier when we look at Kobe Bryant card prices. His 1996 Topps Chrome rookie market has exploded, leading to some big questions: Is Kobe still going higher? Is a correction coming? And is now the time to buy, hold, or sell? We also discuss Shohei Ohtani, Michael Jordan, the changing seasonality of the sports card market, vintage set building, the growing gambling-like nature of modern boxes and breaks, and whether The National has officially outgrown the Rosemont Convention Center. Finally, we tackle one of the biggest questions collectors are asking right now: Is everything overpriced? We discuss areas that may still have room to grow, including vintage non-sports cards and soccer. Whether you collect vintage baseball, basketball, modern cards, non-sports, or just enjoy following the sports card market, there’s plenty to debate in this episode.   Chapters 0:58 Incredible 1950–51 Vintage Collection 4:55 Collector Investor Auctions Breaks $1 MILLION 6:01 The 1952 Topps Mantle Auction Result 7:30 PSA vs SGC vs MBA vs Beckett vs CGC 9:09 The Kobe Bryant Card Market Is EXPLODING 15:16 Is Sports Card Seasonality Disappearing? 20:12 Best Way to Build a Vintage Card Set 26:50 Are Sports Cards Becoming Gambling? 29:20 Has The National Outgrown Chicago? 36:53 Is the Sports Card Hobby Overpriced? 41:05 What Cards Are Still Undervalued?   If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice. 👍 Like the video 💬 Tell us what YOU think is undervalued right now 🔔 Subscribe to Collector Investor for more sports card market talk, collecting stories, card shows and hobby news!   #SportsCards #CardCollecting #KobeBryant #MickeyMantle #VintageCards #SportsCardInvesting #BaseballCards #BasketballCards #TheHobby #CollectorInvestor

PSA’s backlog is getting BIGGER — not smaller. What does that mean for sports card collectors? And with Michael Jordan cards exploding in popularity, are Star Jordan cards a BUY or a SELL? In this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, Theo and Jeremy recap their experience as vendors at The National Sports Collectors Convention and break down some of the biggest stories coming out of the show. PSA was absolutely slammed at The National, with collectors racing to get into submission lines before PSA ultimately stopped accepting submissions. We discuss PSA’s reported 12.4 MILLION card backlog, grading turnaround times, pricing, grading consistency, and what could happen when lower-priced submission tiers reopen. Then we turn to Michael Jordan. Jordan cards were one of the hottest areas of The National, but should collectors be looking beyond the famous 1986 Fleer and toward his Star Company cards? We discuss rarity, population, the Star vs. Fleer debate, and which Jordan cards we personally prefer. We also talk about the National venue, the YouTube community get-together, answer viewer questions, and preview some of the cards in the upcoming Collector Investor Auctions August Auction.   Card & Comics YT Channel:  @cardsandcomics    Chapters 2:58 Jeremy’s Incredible T206 Drum Back Pickup 6:43 The National Recap 10:06 Has The National Outgrown the Venue? 18:19 PSA at The National 20:46 PSA’s Backlog Hits 12.4 MILLION Cards 28:12 Special Guest: Rabbit Hole Auctions 36:18 Star Jordan vs. 1986 Fleer — Which Would You Buy? 45:10 Viewer Questions 45:17 Sell Yordan Alvarez Cards or Hold? 50:26 Sports Card Lightning Round 55:21 Collector Investor Auctions August Preview   Check out Rabbit Hole Auctions- https://rabbitholeauctions.com/ Use code: CIA to get $50 off when you are a new register   Check out Card Colosseum: https://cardcolosseum.com/   Comment Below: Would you rather own a Michael Jordan Star card or an 1986 Fleer rookie? And what do you think PSA needs to do about its backlog? Let us know in the comments! If you enjoy sports card collecting, vintage cards, grading, auctions and hobby discussion, LIKE the video and SUBSCRIBE to the Collector Investor Podcast. If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS   Disclaimer: This channel is for entertainment and hobby discussion purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial or investment advice. #SportsCards #MichaelJordan #PSA #CardCollecting #TheNational #SportsCardInvesting #BaseballCards #BasketballCards #VintageCards #TradingCards #CardGrading #CollectorInvestor

The National Sports Collectors Convention is finally here, and we're breaking down everything collectors need to know before hitting the show floor! In this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, we discuss: 🔥 Why the Michael Jordan market is exploding again 🔥 Is the 1986 Fleer Jordan becoming impossible to own? 🔥 Fanatics buying The National...fact or fiction? 🔥 Could Fanatics eventually buy CGC? 🔥 Our favorite Questions of the Day from Junk Wax Rookie 🔥 How to negotiate with dealers when they are overpriced 🔥 Should you trade cards or just bring cash?   🔥 Booth 913 at The National—come say hello! Whether you're attending The National or watching from home, this episode is packed with hobby insights, market analysis, and practical buying strategies. 📍 Visit Collector Investor Auctions at Booth 913! ✅ Drop Off Consignments ✅ Sell Your Cards ✅ Preview Upcoming Auctions ✅ Meet the Texas Snowman! 🎉 Thursday YouTube Meetup Shoeless Joe's 6:00 PM – Midnight Tell them you're there for the YouTube Gathering! Chapters 00:00 Intro & National Week Begins 05:20 Michael Jordan Market Is Exploding 10:20 Why PSA 1 Jordans Are Skyrocketing 13:25 Could Fanatics Buy The National? 16:55 Could Fanatics Buy CGC? 18:15 Junk Wax Rookie Lightning Round 25:45 How To Negotiate With Dealers 32:45 Should You Trade Cards At Shows? 👇 Let us know in the comments: Do you think the Jordan market keeps climbing or is a correction coming? 👍 Like the video 🔔 Subscribe for weekly hobby discussions 💬 Leave your thoughts below! If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS   #SportsCards #TheNational #MichaelJordan #CollectorInvestor #SportsCardPodcast #SportsCardCollecting #SportsCardInvesting #Fanatics #PSAGrading #VintageCards #CardShow #SportsCardMarket #T206 #BasketballCards #BaseballCards

Is the current grading slowdown actually GOOD for the sports card hobby? In this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, Chris and Jeremy (The Texas Snowman) dive into one of the hottest debates in the hobby. We discuss: ✅ Why grading costs and turnaround times may actually help the hobby ✅ Dallas Card Show vs Fanatics Fest vs West Coast Card Show ✅ Will Fanatics Fest ever replace The National? ✅ Should collectors stop grading so many modern cards? ✅ Selling raw cards vs grading in today's market ✅ Tips for attending The National Sports Collectors Convention ✅ Listener Q&A about collecting a rare 1911 M116 Sporting Life set Whether you're a vintage collector, modern investor, dealer, or hobby enthusiast, this episode covers some of the biggest topics heading into The National. 👇 Let us know in the comments: Is the grading slowdown GOOD or BAD for the hobby? 🔔 Subscribe for weekly sports card discussions, hobby news, grading talk, collecting strategies, auction insights, and interviews. 📍Visit us at The National Booth #913   #sportscards #psa #grading #thenational #fanaticsfest #dallascardshow #vintagecards #sportscardinvesting #collectorinvestorpodcast ⏱ Chapters 01:25 Three Major Card Shows on the Same Weekend 07:10 Fanatics Fest vs Traditional Card Shows 10:45 Chris' Hot Take: Grading Slowdown is GOOD? 21:15 Viewer Question: Finding 1911 M116 Sporting Life Cards 26:45 First-Time National Tips   If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected]   If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com   Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer    VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS

The National is almost here! In this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, Chris and Jeremy open discussing the National Sports Collectors Convention, including the Collector Investor Auctions booth and the Thursday Night YouTube Meet-Up.Then we tackle one of the biggest questions in today's hobby: Is the sports card hobby pricing out the middle-class collector? Chapters 00:43 National Sports Collectors Convention Preview 02:49 Is the Sports Card Hobby Losing the Middle Class? 11:24 MBA Bronze Diamond Sticker Explained 17:26 Where Will the Hobby Be in 20 Years? 25:05 10-Year Non-Sports Card Investment Snake Draft 38:26 Final Thoughts & National Meet-Up Reminder   We also discuss: Are card shows set up for the average collector or just the high-end collector? MBA's new Bronze Diamond designation—does it actually add value? Where will the hobby be 20 years from now? Draft of the Day- What are the best non-sport cards?   👇 We'd love to hear from you! Do you think the sports card hobby is becoming too expensive for the average collector? Leave your thoughts in the comments! 📍 Visit Collector Investor Auctions at Booth #913 during The National! 🍻 YouTube Meet-Up Thursday • 6 PM Shoeless Joe's   👍 If you enjoy sports cards, investing, vintage cards, hobby news, grading discussions, auctions, and collector debates, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS Credit to Ballpark Alex on IG- @ballpark_alex Just a heads up: We love talking sports cards, collecting, and the hobby—but we're not financial advisors. Everything discussed on this channel is simply our personal opinions and is intended for fun and conversation. Buy what you love, collect what makes you happy, and always do your own research. #SportsCards #TheNational #Collector #Investor #CardCollecting #VintageCards #SportsCardInvesting #PSA #SGC #TradingCards #CardHobby #nonsport

Is PSA charging TOO MUCH at The National? Are we officially in Junk Wax Era 2.0? In this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, Jeremy (@Texas Snowman) and Chris Sewall break down PSA's shocking on-site grading prices for the National Sports Collectors Convention and debate whether collectors will actually pay them. They also discuss whether today's hobby has become Junk Wax Era 2.0, answer viewer questions, and share an incredible behind-the-scenes story about buying a legendary T206 collection that changed Jeremy's collecting journey forever. If you collect vintage, modern, pre-war, or invest in sports cards, this episode is packed with hobby insights, market analysis, and collecting stories. 👇 Tell us in the comments: Would you pay $230+ (or even $12,000) for on-site grading? Is today's hobby really becoming Junk Wax Era 2.0? ⏱️ Chapters 00:26 Intro & National Updates 01:48 CIA Auction Highlights 06:05 PSA National Pricing Discussion Begins 18:53 Junk Wax Era 2.0? 26:20 Optimal way to consign cards- big lots vs small lots 32:26 What Would the Gretzky Wagner Sell For Today? 33:53 Producer's Corner: Buying a Legendary T206 Collection If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at [email protected] If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer  VCP for 2 Weeks FREE- http://thevcp.com/?promo=CIACARDS Showed a clip from-  @NEO_Cards_Comics  👍 If you enjoyed this episode: Like the video Subscribe for weekly sports card discussions Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode #SportsCards #PSA #TheNational #CollectorInvestor #TradingCards #CardCollector #VintageCards #SportsCardInvesting #T206 #BaseballCards #JunkWaxEra #CardGrading