Category: Comic Collecting 101

How to Track your Comic Collection using GoCollect's Lists & Trackers

[embed]https://youtu.be/taFFL0rr0DQ[/embed] Welcome to our new GoCollect 101 video series, where we provide tips and tricks on how to use GoCollect to maximize your collecting potential! In our first installment, we're covering the basics of Lists and Trackers! Whether you want an extremely detailed collection or something to simply track...

The Vital Components of the Comic Book Marketplace

One of the hardest things to do in life is to see things from a different perspective.  Many disputes sent through the court system could be resolved if both parties could only see the other side's point of view.  Instead, cases are brought to court that may...

Completionist Collector's Guide: First Appearance of Hell Boy

One of the most famous indie characters is returning to the big screen.  Principal photography for the new Hellboy: The Crooked Man movie finished this past May! Hellboy is the titular character from Dark Horse Comics, created by Mike Mignola in 1994.  Guillermo del Toro initially brought...

Unlocking the Power of Collectibles: Your Guide to GoCollect

Are you a passionate collector of comics, trading cards, or other pop culture memorabilia? If so, you know that managing, valuing, and expanding your collection can be a rewarding yet challenging endeavor. That's where we come into play. In this blog post, we'll take you...

A Dozen First Appearances that Every Comic Book Investor Should Own Now

Not all first appearances are created equal.  Many times valuable first appearances are ignored because of the the comic book they first appeared in.  Other times, they do not appear that important. The following are a few whose first appearances are not being valued as they are,...

Debunking Collector Myths: Collecting with Passion and Purpose

Collecting is a pursuit deeply rooted in human nature. For generations, individuals have found joy in amassing treasures, whether they be rare stamps, vintage cars, comics, or trading cards. Yet, along with the exhilarating journey of collecting comes a barrage of myths that often misguide...

The Infamous Marvel Value Stamp: A History

Many consider Stan "The Man" Lee to be a creative genius. After all, his was the mind (along with Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko) that came up with Spider-Man, the X-Men, the Avengers, and scores of other original characters and teams. Today, Marvel is a multi-billion dollar...

The Biggest Mistake Comic Collectors Make

Buy what you like, right? Well.... maybe. Admitting mistakes is the first step to correcting them. This article is about a mistake most collectors reading this article make when it comes to their collections. One of the greatest sayings in the hobby is 'buy what you like'....

Things that Comic Book Fans say that make me Cringe

There are certain things you'll hear over and over if you're in the business of comic collecting.  Over time, some of these mantras will begin to grate on your nerves... and for good reason. Here's a list of the things that make my eye twitch every...

Cracking the Code: How Comics Land on GoCollect's Hottest Comics List

Comic book collecting has evolved into a passionate and dynamic pursuit, with collectors and investors always on the lookout for the next big thing. But what does it take for a comic to secure a coveted spot on GoCollect's Top 20 Hottest Comics List? ...