Auction house prices vs in person prices

[mrreality68]

In theory you make more money on a private sale because all the money is yours. However, even though their is the BP that buyers account for when they bid the Auctions reach a larger audience than a private sale and can often get other bidders involved which can drive up the price. Depending on the rarity or demand for that card the prices can be driven up as a result

[Snapolit1]

Originally Posted by mrreality68

In theory you make more money on a private sale because all the money is yours. However, even though their is the BP that buyers account for when they bid the Auctions reach a larger audience than a private sale and can often get other bidders involved which can drive up the price. Depending on the rarity or demand for that card the prices can be driven up as a result

Agree. Might be some dude on the other side of the globe who will pay 20% more......

[Johnny630]

Bidding in auction is a rush/addiction similar to grading. Many people love the thrill and the competitiveness, Especially for bragging rights. If you have big pre war piece I’d go to REA, like Cracker Jack or T206 ect. Goudey Ruth’s or Post War High End Rookies in high grade, I’d go to Memory Lane.