Buythatcard Calling It Quits After 21 Years

[Buythatcard]

Originally Posted by oldjudge

Good luck Howard! I wish you the best in your new life in Las Vegas and remember, don’t split tens.

I don't even know how to play cards. I think I will be taking up some new hobbies.

[Al C.risafulli]

Howard:

You're one of the good guys. Best of luck to you, and congrats.

-Al

[marzoumanian]

You're making the right move, no pun intended!
Life is short. Take the time to smell the roses. Yes, those are cliches, I know. But the time you will spend with your daughter will mean a LOT to her, not the money you made. Peace and enjoy.

[JollyElm]

Are you 'only' a seller, or are you a collector as well? If so, will your 'calling it quits' make it easier/less stressful now to pick up stuff you want, because the driving force of re-selling cards for a profit won't be (nearly as much of) a factor anymore?

Oh, good luck to you!!

[Buythatcard]

Originally Posted by JollyElm

Are you 'only' a seller, or are you a collector as well? If so, will your 'calling it quits' make it easier/less stressful now to pick up stuff you want, because the driving force of re-selling cards for a profit won't be (nearly as much of) a factor anymore?

Oh, good luck to you!!

Actually started out as a collector. I collected cards and autographs back in the 60's when I was a kid. Stopped collecting after 1969 when I discovered girls were more fun.

Picked up the hobby again in 2003 and started buying cards off eBay. I then discovered that I can make money selling my collection. That's when I started Buythatcard. I sold off every card and autograph that I ever owned.

Many times I wanted to start collecting again but it was very difficult to be a seller and collector at the same time. I chose to be a Seller.

Now that I will be calling it quits soon, I have no intention of collecting again. But that remains to be seen.

[Casey2296]

Godspeed, life is incredibly short.

[Aquarian Sports Cards]

Howard, best of luck. There was a time years ago, when I was a good customer and bought tons of T206's from you. I'm sure there are many similar collectors who will lament your loss on Ebay!