Category: Collectible Investing
As with any investment, gains in the collectibles market are subject to taxation. Whether you're buying and selling rare coins, trading cards, concert posters, antique furniture, or vintage comic books, understanding the tax implications of your transactions is essential to avoiding legal and financial problems...
There's a lot going on in the comic community these days, particularly in the Indie sector. Here's a look at some of the latest when it comes to collabs, special releases, and exclusives in the indie world. The comic-collecting community is much like comics themselves; incredibly diverse...
This Sunday, May 14, is Mother's Day. If you're like me, you probably have a mom who's also into cool nerd stuff! Growing up, my mom collected Steiff teddy bears, Winnie the Pooh items, and first-edition books. Finding gifts for her has always been somewhat easy and...
Long before e-commerce sites like eBay introduced us to digital collectible auctions and long before technology like WhatNot took over the collectible app market, collectors looked to reputable auction houses such as Hake's Auctions to secure their most prized possessions. Started over 55 years...
Collecting items that you enjoy can be a rewarding and fulfilling hobby. However, many collectors may not be aware of the ways in which they can leverage their collections to their advantage. Whether you collect art, sports memorabilia, or vintage comic books, there are several...
Most of these tidbits were too small to turn into a full-blown article, but that does not mean they do not have ramifications that could impact the collectors' market and fan experiences. Know who you're Reading Informal Blogging vs. Journalism Recent columns have...
The key to locating undervalued books is to find issues that are often ignored but still have a fan base. Buying books that others avoid is a nice long-term strategy to have in the hobby. These books usually cost very little money, while the low price point...
If you are a collector, you understand that collecting is a passion that starts from an early age and is refined throughout the years by major wins and less enjoyable learning experiences. The product of both is a greater knowledge and understanding of your collectible...