Posted By:
Richard LloydI would think that main stream cards such as common t206, t205, 1952 topps...etc.. would not change in value alot over time..maybe +- several percent..and from an investment prespective not a good choice...
However, regional food cards and pacific coast league cards have JUMPED ALOT.. to me, W-cards are very under valued and collectors will begin turning to them because of the high price of traditional main stream cards like OJ's,Cracker jacks and rare backs.. I also think Cuban cards will grow because of the limited number and awareness of them.. I am 80% collector and 20% investor but in order to do well as far as return, you need to buy the "CORRECT" cards that are undervalued and that will grow for the next 10-20 years... like my previous statement said, just collect the "RIGHT" stuff and time will take care of value down the road with a little luck..
I would "STRONGLY" agree that cards should not be your main form of retirment..its an added feature!!! or iceing on the cake..
If a collector has the attitude of how much is it worth the day after it is bought then he/she is not a collecotr but a dealer!!
Best
Dick