As I See It...

[Peter_Spaeth]

How much is that card worth and what has been your ROI so far? I mean that asset, not that card.

[jingram058]

Yeah, exactly.

[Carter08]

There are those that create click bait subject lines on purpose.

At any rate, I think I’m solidly in the collector camp since I know the random things I want and tend to overpay (according to vcp) for them. Hopefully eventually they catch up to what I paid but don’t particularly care I suppose. If they crash, yeah I would not be happy.

[mrreality68]

Hi James

I have no issues with the way it is done now.

I am a collector/ hobbyist but I like to get all perspectives

If it was split into 2 forums I would just be viewing to forums/sections.

Just as I look at other sections of this forum although many I am not collecting items but it is a good way to learn, get different ideas and perspectives

So either way works for me

[Peter_Spaeth]

My guess is that the overwhelming majority of people here are someplace on the spectrum between pure collector and pure investor, not at either extreme. The same is likely true of any hobby where items have nontrivial value.

[mrreality68]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

My guess is that the overwhelming majority of people here are someplace on the spectrum between pure collector and pure investor, not at either extreme. The same is likely true of any hobby where items have nontrivial value.

+1 agree. Thinking about it I have seen many posts of people buy/ selling cards to finance their person collection and others that would do it if they can upgrade their collection

[ullmandds]

I think the percentage of investment brokers ““ on this site is tiny compared to collectors/combo.

[frankbmd]

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[Carter08]

I think I just overreact against negativity about money concerns being the primarily focus of collectors. At the price of some of these great cards, money has to be looked at deeply for most folks even if it’s just for collecting. I’m trying to do low grade Goudey Ruths to add to my small stable of Goudey hall of famers. At 7k a pop money concerns and perceived value just have to be a part of it for me. If anyone is willing to sell me one at 2010 prices with the commitment that I can never sell them while alive I would probably hop on board but until someone steps up and sells their cards for pre-craze prices I’m going to react negatively against the money grumbling I guess. My apologies if I sound too grumpy.

[skelly423]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

My guess is that the overwhelming majority of people here are someplace on the spectrum between pure collector and pure investor, not at either extreme. The same is likely true of any hobby where items have nontrivial value.

I think you’re spot on. Everyone has different interests, backgrounds, and different resources at their disposal. It would be naive to pretend we’re living in the days of 5c packs going straight into our bicycle spokes, but at the same time many/most of us want the simplicity of cards in hand, rather than digital tokens or unduly complex investment schemes.

[darwinbulldog]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

My guess is that the overwhelming majority of people here are someplace on the spectrum between pure collector and pure investor, not at either extreme. The same is likely true of any hobby where items have nontrivial value.

I'm on the spectrum alright.

[brianclat11]

Originally Posted by darwinbulldog

I'm on the spectrum alright.

Very funny! I think most of us are.

[Snapolit1]

I'm sure there are some folks here who are really into cards and never think of their value. I would suspect that those folks are either extraordinary wealthy and have amazing collections, the value of which is irrelevant to their life, or they collect what makes them happy and it's not of any great value. As stated above, most of us love our collections and would be happy if they continue to appreciate in value. (My kids will sell most of my cards someday. Why wouldn't I want them to increase in value?)