Posted By:
Bob MarquetteI've had guys explain to me both sides of the argument:
1) If you can get a card you need, especially a scarce one, get it in whatever condition possible and you can always upgrade later and:
2) Don't waste your time and money buying cards you aren't happy with for your collection because it is a pain to buy and then turn around and re-sell when the right one comes along.
I guess I subscribe to the 2nd theory on commons and readily available cards but definitely follow the first theory when it comes to tough cards. Amazingly enough, when you do get the opportunity to upgrade, you can sell the filler card for more than you paid, a lot of the time.