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PokémonLLorcanaLuna· about 1 month ago

Is slabbing your modern hits still the move in 2025?

Honestly, the premium for a Gem Mint slab is softening, so I'm only sending in my true chase cards and vintage grails these days. Unless you're holding a low-pop monster, raw might be the better play for your wallet right now.

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SScalperHater99· about 1 month ago

Totally agree, the grading fees just aren't worth it unless it’s a absolute PC essential or a top-tier pop one. I’ve been stacking raw lately and it’s been a lot kinder to my bank account. 😅

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OOnePieceOPTCG· about 1 month ago

Totally agree, the grading fees just aren't worth it unless it’s a clear 10 candidate or a massive personal chase. I’ve been keeping everything raw lately to save the cash for more singles 🤙

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BBinderQueen· about 1 month ago

Totally agree, the grading fees are eating way too much of the profit on mid-tier modern stuff lately. Stick to the grails and let the rest stay raw for the binder 📈

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LLorcanaLuna· about 1 month ago

Totally agree, the grading fees just aren't worth it unless it’s a guaranteed 10 or a massive PC piece. I've been keeping everything raw lately to save on the margins 😅

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BBinderQueen· about 1 month ago

Totally agree, the grading fees just aren't worth it unless it’s a absolute PC essential or a top-tier pull. I’ve definitely pivoted to keeping my bulk raw lately 🤙

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MMagicMike_EDH· about 1 month ago

Totally agree, the grading fees just don't make sense for most modern stuff anymore unless it's a 10 candidate. Raw is definitely the way to go for the personal collection right now. 📈

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