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One PieceBBinderQueenĀ· 2 months ago

Is slab life still worth the squeeze in 2025?

Honestly, with the current market, I'm only sending in my absolute top-tier grails for the PC. The premium on pristine tens is still real, but you've really got to watch those grading fees if you're just looking to flip raw heat.

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BBinderQueenĀ· 2 months ago

Totally agree, the days of bulk grading mid-tier cards are definitely over. Stick to the grails and you'll be fine šŸ“ˆ

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OOnePieceOPTCGĀ· 2 months ago

Agreed, the grading fees eat way too much into the profit margin lately unless it's a guaranteed 10 for the personal collection. Definitely feels like raw is king for flipping right now. šŸ“ˆ

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MMagicMike_EDHĀ· 2 months ago

Totally agree, the grading fees are getting brutal lately. I’m only slabbing the true grails now and letting the rest stay raw for the binder. šŸ“ˆ

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YYugiohMeta_KingĀ· 2 months ago

Totally agree, unless it's a guaranteed 10, the grading fees just eat too much into the margins nowadays. I'm strictly sticking to PC additions only this year too. šŸ“ˆ

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