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Podcast: Sports Cards Live
Episode: PSA Upcharges Under Fire: Are We Paying for Plastic or Opinion? Fair Fee or Conflict of Interest?
Description: Episode 286 of Sports Cards Live kicks off with a candid look at PSA upcharges: are we paying for plastic or for an opinion that the hobby itself has elevated in value? Jeremy explains why he now prioritizes eye appeal and authentication over chasing a number, Joe talks risk, liquidity, and legacy planning as reasons collectors still slab, and we tackle the “pop control vs tougher standards” question head on. Dylan Davis joins near the end for what becomes an epic episode of SCL!
Highlights
PSA upcharges: insurance, incentives, and the “sell-it-immediately” dilemma for modern cards
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