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Ballcard Genius’ Video Library & Expert Tips

I’m on TikTok and YouTube daily, talking cards—collecting, buying, selling, grading, and more. I’ve started collecting and adding them below to create valuable resource for your hobby endeavors.

How to Submit a Card for Grading with the PSA App
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Replying to @user447071 #greenscreen Here is a quick rundown to hopefully kick you off on the right foot with the basics of grading.

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Should You Grade with PSA or SGC?

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PSA or SGC? Id say PSA generally, but it really does depend on the card (and of course, what youll be doing with the card after it is graded).

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How to Pre-Grade Review with COMC
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#greenscreen Submit cards for review before deciding if you want to get them graded or not!

♬ Ghouls n Ghosts – Felix Manzi
How Much Does it Cost to Grade a Card?
When Should You Grade a Card?
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Replying to @WyattE87 Here is part I of what I’d consider to be the most important factors when it comes to deciding whether or not to get a card graded!

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How to Package a Card for PSA Grading
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Replying to @Patty3Shirts Here is how to ship your cards to PSA. There are a number of methods, but these are the basics, and should help you get going!

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What Does Pop or Population Mean?
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A quick grading lesson on “pop” “pop higher” and other terminology #cardgrading #psa

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Is Card Grading a Scam?
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Replying to @Butch B I hear you and the many others! Things could be different/better

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Very Pleased with EDGE Grading Process & Transparency
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Disclaimer: I was given a promo code to grade for free, but opinions are my own. Honestly floored at the amount of detail provided with these grades. Really hoping the slab comes through as beautiful and sturdy because id love to be able to send more of my cards into Edge.

♬ Suspenseful and tense orchestra(1318015) – SoLaTiDo
PSA Collector’s Club Benefits
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I came for the membership but stayed for the free sports card credits with Fanatics and Loupe

♬ vlog, chill out, calm daily life(1370843) – SUNNY HOOD STUDIO
Turning $8 Into $800!
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Lets just say this doesn’t happen often

♬ Suspense, horror, piano and music box – takaya
$17 Ohtani Flip in 7 Minutes
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Quick $17 profit flip in 7 minutes with this Ohtani Gypsy Queen Variation

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Never Thought I’d Flip a Jason Kelce Card, But Here We Are!
Top Card Flips of 2023!
3 Ways to Flip Sports Cards on COMC
$175 Flip on a Card I’ve Never Seen Before
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Quick $175 flip—these are worth serious money #xmen #tradingcards

♬ Aesthetic – Tollan Kim
How to Flip Sports Cards Without Comps
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Sometimes you’re confident a card will sell. I screenshotted all of this when i bought the card. #cardflips #basketballcards

♬ Chillest in the Room – L.Dre
Top Loader Binder Review
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I’ve spent a lot on card folders but this is my first one that holds top loaders. With so many cards already in top loaders (and feeling weird about putting higher value cards in penny sleeves and soft folders, these might he the play. #sportscards #tiktokshop #ad #commissionpaid

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Why it Pays (Literally) to Know Your Inventory
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#greenscreen Check your boxes…eapecially those long forgetten prospects!

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Had No Idea About this 1990 Donruss Ken Griffey Jr. DK
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1990 Donruss Diamond Kings Ken Griffey Jr PSA 10 values continue to boggle my mind.#greenscreen

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How to Check Comps on Sports Cards
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Two different ways, so use both! Not to mention other sold data tools…

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Not All Error Cards are Created Equal
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There are well known error cards that command value and there are others that the hobby has never noticed before or simply don’t have much interest in. It all depends.

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Are Rookie Cup Cards Rookies?
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Replying to @BeamMeUpScotty #greenscreen Great take but i have to disagree! More fuel to the confusing “what is a rookie card” debate.

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Alex Rodriguez Rookie Cards Got the Shaft
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I truly feel sorry for Alex Rodrguez collectors. Nothing here is a traditional baseball card rookie in my opinion. #greenscreen

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1985 Topps Eric Davis PSA 10 vs. Kirby—Surprise!
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Topps Eric Davis Rookie Card coming for the 1985 crown! Had no idea this card was one of the best cards from the set in terms of PSA 10 value.

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Bo Jackson Rookie Cards are Cream of the RC Crop
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Bo Jackson rookie cards are among the best in the junk wax era, covering everything from Future Stars to Rates Rookie, and more.

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Pinnacle is a Heavy Hitter of Derek Jeter RCs
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Jeter’s most traditional rookie card in my opinion, and the black border makes finding a gem mint copy really tough. Pays off, though!

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Cosmic Chrome Rookies 📈
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Which rookies have room to grow in 2022 Topps Chrome Cosmic?

♬ Aesthetic – Tollan Kim
Top Elly De La Cruz Rookie Card Parallels from Series 1
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A huge day for Elly De La Cruz. Here are his top 14 rookie card parallels from 2024 Topps Series 1!

♬ Off the Beaten Path (Full Mix) – David Das
How to Find Sports Card Deals with MarketMovers
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I’m an affiliate but also a big user and fan of Market Movers. Use code BALLCARDGENIUS for 14-day free trial and 20% lieftime discount. Awesome all around sports card research tool and tracker. #greenscreen

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eBay Search Operator Tips
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Quick ebay search tip that makes comping sports cards much easier and less frustrating

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Nice Card Steal with the MarketMovers App
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#affiliate How I found a nice basketball card flip thanks to #marketmovers @Sports Card Investor

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Buying Random Packs of Baseball Cards on eBay
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Had fun and was pleasantly surprised! Have you bought random baseball card packs off ebay before?

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Crucial Information for eBay Standard Envelope Sellers
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Replying to @trice #greenscreen Here is what you need to know in order to submit an ebay standard envelope protection plan claim on your sports and trading cards.

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Why You Absolutely Need a Thermal Printer
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I love selling more cards and items on ebay but i also dread packing them all for shipment. A thermal printer gets rid of a ton of frustration and makes shipping tolerable. I’ll earn commission if you make a purchase #smallbusiness #thermalprinter #tiktokshopping #ad @Jadens printer

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This is What Stinks About the eBay Standard Envelope
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#onthisday Has it gotten any better, a year later?

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3 Things That Make Selling Cards on eBay Much Easier
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3 things that have made my life so much easier when selling cards on eBay. 1. Autofeed scanner 2. CDP (link in bio, ill receive commission 3. Thermal label printer (link in bio, as an Amazon affiliate, ill earn commission if you click and purchase).

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How to Supercharge Your Selling with Card Dealer Pro
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#affiliatead Supercharge your sports cards listings on eBay with Card Dealer Pro 2.0. Use code BCG500 for 500 free scans once you become a paid user.

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COMC Fee Breakdown
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Replying to @Nate #greenscreen So glad you asked. A couple of big corrections here. Joe Namath Optic Downtown Pt. 2 #affiliate #marketmovers #comc #sportscards #footballcards #donruss #optic #downtown

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COMC Card Sales Tip
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Gain a few quick COMC sports card sales with this tip

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How to Make a Claim on eBay Standard Envelope
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Quick walk through on how to submit an ebay standard envelope claim for your sports card sales

♬ Don’t Let Me Go – Lane 8 & Arctic Lake
How to Ship Cards eBay Standard Envelope
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Replying to @Vinny Petrino Walkthrough on my card shipping process and info on envelopes and more

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How to Get Refunded When Buyer Claims eBay Standard Envelope Wasn’t Delivered

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While not perfect, the eBay Standard Envelope process for selling sports cards is pretty easy.

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Why You Absolutely Need a Thermal Printer

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I love selling more cards and items on ebay but i also dread packing them all for shipment. A thermal printer gets rid of a ton of frustration and makes shipping tolerable. I’ll earn commission if you make a purchase #smallbusiness #thermalprinter #tiktokshopping #ad @Jadens printer

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Using 800 Ct. Boxes for Shelving
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Putting the card supplies you already have to work!

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Frames, Stands, Risers & More!
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Update on the card office overhaul!

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Do You Remember These Players in These Uniforms?
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#onthisday Always enjoy looking through junk wax! 1990 Donruss a fun one for errors.

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1990 Donruss Errors Were Brutal!
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#onthisday Always enjoy looking through junk wax! 1990 Donruss a fun one for errors.

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Don’t Get Caught!
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Let me live this wonderful card life!

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That’s a Lot of Yelling, No?
Card Collector Math
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One of my SMH Card Moments!
2024 Topps Series 1 Jumbo Hobby Box
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Here we go! First box of 2024 Topps Series 1! Auto, 2 relics, all the rookie cards, and more! #toppsbaseball #topps #toppsseries1

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Bowman 2024 Blaster Boxes or Hobby Boxes?

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Just couldnt justify the $300 price tag for a single guaranteed auto. You? Blasters worked out for me.

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Bowman 2024 Blaster Rip (with Hit!)

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Tried your luck with 2024 Bowman yet?

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Why I Don’t Like Sepia Refractors
Parallel or Variation?
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Question of the 2024 baseball card season—are these parallels or variations, Topps? #greenscreen

♬ Suspense, horror, piano and music box – takaya
How to Recognize SP Cards & Image Variations
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Know the SP clues and dont forget that multiple people can flip the same card #sportscards #baseballcards #miketrout

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Most Valuable 2024 Topps Heritage Variations

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Topps Heritage variations are some of the trickiest in the hobby! Here are some of the most valuable variations to lool out for, based on average sales value over the last 7 days, according to Market Movers and from the Market Movers catalog.

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2024 Bowman 1955 Anime SSP
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Keep an eye out for 1955 Bowman Anime cards and Retrofractors from 2024 Bowman!

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