Deleting prices after an item has sold

[pokerplyr80]

I've seen this mentioned in a couple threads, and am curious to see what everyone thinks on the subject. It seems at least a few members list a card for sale on the b/s/t, sell it, and then delete the original asking price.

This seems odd to me, especially since it's a public forum. I don't think anyone would expect a seller to list what the card sold for. But why delete the record of the asking price?

[1952boyntoncollector]

Originally Posted by pokerplyr80

I've seen this mentioned in a couple threads, and am curious to see what everyone thinks on the subject. It seems at least a few members list a card for sale on the b/s/t, sell it, and then delete the original asking price.

This seems odd to me, especially since it's a public forum. I don't think anyone would expect a seller to list what the card sold for. But why delete the record of the asking price?

right, always thought that was strange , some sellers say you can email them for the sale price but we both know years pass and people leave and don't answer email.. if see price reductions as well before the sale would be good to know that too

[Econteachert205]

One reason is even if you write sold elsewhere in the listing, you still get offers on sold items if prices remain. I'm speaking from personal experience on both sides.

[ZachS]

Originally Posted by Econteachert205

One reason is even if you write sold elsewhere in the listing, you still get offers on sold items if prices remain. I'm speaking from personal experience on both sides.

I usually put SOLD and strike through the price but leave it where it can still be seen. I never understood why everyone here deletes prices either. It would help out a lot when looking for comparables later.

[Econteachert205]

Originally Posted by ZachS

I usually put SOLD and strike through the price but leave it where it can still be seen. I never understood why everyone here deletes prices either. It would help out a lot when looking for comparables later.

This is a good idea, I just don't know how to do it.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by pokerplyr80

I've seen this mentioned in a couple threads, and am curious to see what everyone thinks on the subject. It seems at least a few members list a card for sale on the b/s/t, sell it, and then delete the original asking price.

This seems odd to me, especially since it's a public forum. I don't think anyone would expect a seller to list what the card sold for. But why delete the record of the asking price?

Why is the record of the asking price relevant to you?

[pokerplyr80]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

Why is the record of the asking price relevant to you?

I suppose the asking price isn't relevant to me other than that it can help to see what others are trying to sell cards that I may own or be interested in purchasing.

The practice of deleting the price just seems strange to me, and like I said I was wondering what other members thought.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by pokerplyr80

I suppose the asking price isn't relevant to me other than that it can help to see what others are trying to sell cards that I may own or be interested in purchasing.

The practice of deleting the price just seems strange to me, and like I said I was wondering what other members thought.

I have never done any price research on 54, I just use VCP. But I'm not sure why people would delete it.

[1952boyntoncollector]

I have tried to buy some cards on net54 and the seller quotes prices of why a card is priced so high, though I remember seeing the same card for sale for less a few months ago by asking price (so may of sold for even less) on net54 it would be nice to have the info but the asking price was deleted and couldn't reach the guy by email..

more info cant hurt ...all deals are supposed to be fair...

[perezfan]

I think it's deleted out of respect to the purchaser. If he were to later flip or sell the item, he might not want it on the record (or want others to know how much he paid).

Not saying whether it's right or wrong... But I believe that's the primary reason for doing so.

[pokerplyr80]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

I have never done any price research on 54, I just use VCP. But I'm not sure why people would delete it.

I use VCP for research as well, but when I see something listed on Net54 that I collect sometimes it's just because I'm curious to see what another member is asking for the card. Ebay and other auction houses don't delete the price when something sells and it seems strange to me that it's common on this site.

[brewing]

Most of the time there is no evidence of who bought it. So the argument of protecting the buyer losses merit.

I'm on the side of leaving the asking price. In my opinion it's substantially more helpful than hurtful.

I've asked sellers what items sold for and I get a response 50% of the time.

[nolemmings]

Just rereading for giggles and I saw something that I missed. Do you ACTUALLY EMAIL PEOPLE AND ASK THEM WHAT THEY SOLD THEIR CARD FOR? What planet are you from?

Um, I have received multiple emails and pms from people--mostly hobby friends--who have asked me that very question. I have personally and with my own eyes seen them at various times right here on planet Earth.

[1952boyntoncollector]

Originally Posted by nolemmings

Um, I have received multiple emails and pms from people--mostly hobby friends--who have asked me that very question. I have personally and with my own eyes seen them at various times right here on planet Earth.

asking prices usualy arent 50X more than what the card sells for.....if a guy has a card he wants $3000 for and there is no other price history out there...but i see a forum where someone is asking in the thousands. versus 100 bucks...i would gleam something from it....it can all be a scam.but so can VCP like OP said on this thread....its information...how good it is...who knows..but i not sure how its worse than knowing nothing....