Wax Talk with Raw Mints

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss a few changes we're starting to see within the hobby community. We share a few of our recent interactions with other collectors and investors that haven't sat right with us. We cover ways to approach the hobby with respect and a well-researched mentality.We understand that the hobby changes every day and we know that it can't always be a positive experience, but with the right mindset it can be a very pleasant place for us all to thrive.Please follow us on whatnot: rwmt.cc./whatnotPlease be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of the monthly Tempe, AZ card show!1st Saturday of every month at 139 E Alameda Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comSupport the show

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss some of the most common mistakes to avoid when collecting or investing in sports cards. We share a few of our experiences with the mistakes we made along our journey and how we've learned from them. We cover the ways we've adjusted our investing strategies to save both time and money.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Eddie from @ssp_sports_cards instagram.com/ssp_sports_cards who gives us his response to our question of the week.Mistakes aren't always avoidable, sometimes you have to go through your own experiences and over time you can learn and adjust your collecting strategy! We're both making adjustments almost daily, so you're not alone!Please follow us on whatnot: rwmt.cc./whatnotPlease be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of the monthly Tempe, AZ card show!1st Saturday of every month at 139 E Alameda Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comSupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss our journey in the hobby after 50 episodes of the podcast. We share a few of our favorite moments thus far and what we have planned for the future. We cover the moments we both fell in love with the hobby and how it continues to impact us in a positive way.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Shea from @sheaby14 instagram.com/sheaby14 who give us his response to our question of the week.It's been a great time for us recording the podcast over the past 50 episodes and we're looking forward to the next 50! We appreciate all of you for supporting us!Please follow us on whatnot: rwmt.cc./whatnotPlease be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of the monthly Tempe, AZ card show!1st Saturday of every month at 139 E Alameda Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comSupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss our recent journey into the whatnot marketplace. We share a few of our opinions both as a buyer and seller on the platform and what it means for the hobby. We cover why we are massive proponents of whatnot and how we see it changing our lives for the better.We've come to realize that our time has been more valuable than it used to be. Time saved can be spent with our families and that's what matters most to us in life, so it's an easy decision to choose whatnot as our go-to selling platform for now.Follow us on whatnot and receive a $10 credit towards your first purchase: rwmt.cc./wn10Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of the monthly Tempe, AZ card show!1st Saturday of every month at 139 E Alameda Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comSupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the importance of making long-term sports card investments when possible. We share a few of the cards that we have in our collection that we don't plan to sell for the foreseeable future. We cover why we think it's a good idea to pair a long-term investing strategy alongside your typical rookie prospecting.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Anthony from @toxicspacemonkees instagram.com/toxicspacemonkees who give us his response to our question of the week.If you find yourself investing in young, unproven rookie prospects, it wouldn't be a bad move to also include a few reliable long-term cards in your collection.Please follow us on whatnot: rwmt.cc./whatnotPlease be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of the monthly Tempe, AZ card show!1st Saturday of every month at 139 E Alameda Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comSupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we recap the Arizona State Card Show hosted by our podcast sponsor Collectibles on College. We share our favorite moments of the weekend and the things we were most surprised about. We cover the different deals that we made and the awesome people we met along the way.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Cindy from @giantlegends instagram.com/giantlegends who gives us her response to our question of the week.We had an amazing time setting up as sponsors at the Arizona State Card Show this past weekend and we highly encourage everyone to attend your next local card show, wherever it may be.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of the monthly Tempe, AZ card show!1st Saturday of every month at 139 E Alameda Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comSupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the upcoming Arizona State Card Show hosted by our podcast sponsor Collectibles on College. We share what we are most excited to see at the show as well as what we plan to accomplish over the weekend. We cover what we will have to offer as well as what we are looking to pick up.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Cole from @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege who gives us his response to our question of the week.It's safe to say that we are extremely excited to not only be sponsors of the Arizona State Card Show, but to also attend this massive event! We hope to see you there!Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of Arizona's largest card show!March 25th-27th 2022 at the Phoenix Convention Center, West Hall 1For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comSupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the end of the MLB lockout and how it relates to the baseball card market. We share a few recent card sales that show the strength of the baseball market going into the 2022 season. We cover who we hope has a great year both on the field and in the hobby.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Mark from @mjs_sportscards instagram.com/mjs_sportscards who give us his response to our question of the week.However you felt about the MLB lockout, it's nice to know that there will another season of America's Pastime.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of Arizona's largest card show!March 25th-27th 2022 at the Phoenix Convention Center, West Hall 1For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comSupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss our picks for the best sports card rookie classes to invest in. We share our thoughts on why these rookie classes stand out amongst the crowd. We cover the a few of the top selling cards from each class to invest in.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collectors are Oz and Tony from @cousins_collectibles instagram.com/cousins_collectibles and the Cousins Collectibles podcast anchor.fm/cousins-collectibles who give us their response to our question of the week.You may or may not agree with our best rookie class selection, but we hope you enjoy the reasons why we chose these years as investments.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of Arizona's largest card show!March 25th-27th 2022 at the Phoenix Convention Center, West Hall 1For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comSupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss a few sports card sets that we'd like to highlight. We share our thoughts on what makes these sets unique and what we enjoy about each set. We cover the importance of finding sets that you like the design of as well as finding what is more rare than usual.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Ty Hohenstein instagram.com/phantom_ty from @phantom_cards instagram.com/phantom_cards who gives us his response to our question of the week.With the amount of product getting produced these days, it can be overwhelming. It's nice to appreciate unique sets for what they are and remember why we enjoy this hobby.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of Arizona's largest card show!March 25th-27th 2022 at the Phoenix Convention Center, West Hall 1For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comSupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the effects of hype on product releases and the price markups that come along with it. We share our thoughts on a few recent examples of huge drop offs of certain once hyped cards. We cover our strategy on how we avoid hype and allow prices to cool down. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Patrick Ryan from @thepryancollection instagram.com/thepryancollection who gives us his response to our question of the week.It can be easy to fall victim to the fear of missing out in the hobby, but it can save you a lot of money by waiting for the hype to die down and letting prices come back down.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of Arizona's largest card show!March 25th-27th 2022 at the Phoenix Convention Center, West Hall 1For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss how we have been dipping our toes into the Marvel Card Universe. We share our thoughts on some of our favorite pickups as well as the hottest products on the market. We cover the ways that we have been infusing our nostalgia by adding to our personal collections with Marvel products from over the years. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Hogan from @tokkicards instagram.com/tokkicards who gives us his response to our question of the week.With a seemingly unlimited supply of stories and timelines, we have been very excited to pick up Marvel cards from the varying releases over the years.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccThis episode is sponsored by @collectiblesoncollege instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege The exclusive host of Arizona's largest card show!March 25th-27th 2022 at the Phoenix Convention Center, West Hall 1For more information visit collectiblesoncollege.comTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we recap the card show we set up at this past weekend. We share a few of the deals we made as well as the cards that we picked up. We also talk about what we noticed other collectors were picking up and interested in. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Jordan from @jordanscards41 instagram.com/jordanscards41 who gives us his response to our question of the week.After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, it was really nice to be back at the Collectibles on College https://www.instagram.com/collectiblesoncollege monthly card show. We look forward to setting up in the future and sharing what we learn.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the retirement announcement of the greatest of all time Tom Brady and the upcoming Super Bowl. We share our thoughts about Brady's legacy, as well as his highest card sales for PSA, BGS and SGC in the last 90 days. We cover this year's Super Bowl matchup between the Rams and the Bengals and the implications for their card markets. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Saim from @chicagosoccercards instagram.com/chicagosoccercards who gives us his response to our question of the week.After a legacy career that will be hard to beat, Tom Brady has truly affected the sports world with his performance. This may potentially be the floor for his card market, so it may be wise to invest sooner than later.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss our shift from only grading with PSA to giving SGC the lion share of our grading needs. We share our thoughts on why we feel SGC is a viable option at their price point and their turnaround times. We cover the reasons why making this shift makes sense for us and why we trust SGC. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Ryan from @ryanbcards_430 instagram.com/ryanbcards_430 who gives us his response to our question of the week.It can be difficult to adjust your preferences of the grading company you use for your cards, but when you have an option that is more affordable and efficient, it makes the change a lot easier.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)Support the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss recent aspects of the hobby that have started to feel more negative. We share our thoughts on these topics and how you can find the positives and still succeed within the space. We cover ways that we have made adjustments and how there is still a lot of positivity to be had with cards. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Over the last few years, sports cards have seen a huge boom and a lot of people may have joined the hobby with intentions to only make money. For those that have become collectors in the process, this episode is for you.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss a few things that we missed while the pod was on hiatus. We share our first reactions and initial thoughts regarding Fanatics acquiring Topps as well as PSA opening grading back up. We cover what we have been picking up over the last few months and what has us excited about the hobby. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.A lot can change over the course of a month, values can rise and fall, but as long as collecting what you love is at the core of what you do, you can't go wrong.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsPlease visit our website for exclusive deals and more content: rwmt.ccTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the latest moves we've been making in the hobby. We share what we are learning about our new found interests and why we chose these products to invest in. We talk about our excitement and what it could mean for the bohhy. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.We appreciate your patience during our recent hiatus, Carlos had his first kid and he hasn't been available to record. We are back with brand new episodes next week as his son is finally sleeping haha.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the highest eBay sales over the last 90 days. We share how we feel about each card and if we agree or disagree with the sold price. We explore the significance of the value of each card and what we think it means for the hobby. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.With the influx of new collectors and investors in the hobby, it's a good idea to explore what people are spending their money on. This should help you both as a seller as well as a buyer.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the highest eBay sales over the last 90 days. We share how we feel about each card and if we agree or disagree with the sold price. We explore the significance of the value of each card and what we think it means for the hobby. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.With the influx of new collectors and investors in the hobby, it's a good idea to explore what people are spending their money on. This should help you both as a seller as well as a buyer.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss useful tips for both buyers and sellers when prepping for a card show. We share what we've learned from our experience and our favorite aspects of shows. We explore the ways that we have had success as dealers and as customers over the years. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.There's nothing quite like experiencing a sports card show in person. Reasonable preparation has its benefits from either side of the table you happen to be on. Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the difficulty of determining fair market prices for rare and low population cards. We share our opinion on differentiating the difference between market value and personal sentimental value. We explore our method of conducting research in order to find similar comps in order to calculate the going rate. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.When it comes to rare or low population cards, it can be difficult to determine a fair price, but equally important is deciding your own value you are comfortable with.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the unpredictability of sports and their corresponding card markets. We share our opinion on various ways that card markets are affected by on-field performance. We explore a few ways it is possible to mitigate risk as well as avoid risk in general. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.There is a large amount of inherent risk when investing in unproven prospects and sometimes it works out in your benefit to miss the hype of the first boat.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the effect shill bidding has been having on the hobby. We share our opinion on shill bidding on how easy it is to spot, but how difficult it is to prove. We explore a few of our methods to protect yourself from shill bidders when participating in online auctions. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.As the hobby continues to move online even more, it is imperative to be aware of ways that you can be scammed out of your hard earned money.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss what we feel should be at the core of every collector in the hobby. We share the importance of collecting what you love in order to extend your longevity within the space. We explore a few of our favorite cards and aspects of the hobby that we enjoy most. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.We have said it almost every episode and we will continue to preach collecting what you love and you can't go wrong.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss selling cards too soon or holding them too long. We share our experiences in moments where we let go of cards at inopportune times when their values changed drastically. We explore a few of the lessons we learned from these moments and how we try to prevent it from happening again. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.With the uncertainty of the sports card market, it's difficult to time your investments properly and it can be easy to lose out on profits. The best thing to do is learn from your mistakes and not get down on yourself.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss our process when listing cards for sale on eBay. We share the tips that help us not only get fair market value, but also sell faster with minimal days on market. We explore how to perform market price research and our preferences on determining the best price for our buyers. Bruce was not available this week to record, but he will be back on next week's episode.When selling cards on eBay, it is important to maximize the traffic your listing should receive while also pricing appropriately. Not everyone lists how we do, but we'd like to help anyone looking to find more success when selling on eBay.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss Fanatic's recent acquisition of the MLB, NBA and NFL license. We share our thoughts on what this could potentially mean for the hobby and who is affected the most. We explore a few of the positives and negatives that we can see resulting from this licensing deal. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.The hobby has gone through so many positive and negative changes over the years, but if you collect what you love, you can't go wrong.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss our favorite products in the hobby across all sports. We share our opinions on the reasons why certain products stick out to us and why. We explore a few of our favorite vintage as well as modern cards and how they stack up against each other. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.As the hobby continues to grow and hype is placed on the new shiny release, we feel it's important now more than ever to collect what you love.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the viability of the football market in recent years. We share our thoughts on the risk involved when investing in football as it is one of the most dangerous sports in the hobby. We explore a few ways to make investments without breaking the bank and how to be patient with your collection. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.As the football market continues to gain popularity within the hobby, it is wise to be aware of the risks involved and to have patience when timing the market.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss various ways to protect your raw or graded cards as a collector and when shipping to buyers. We share the methods we use to not only protect buyers' cards, but also how to keep your reputation in good standing within the hobby. We explore a few positive and negative experiences we've had and what we've learned from them. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.We believe that taking care of your cards is an important priority to have, both as a collector and seller, which begins from the moment you open your first pack.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the recent decision by the NCAA to allow college athletes to profit from their name, image and likeness. We share our thoughts on what this could mean for college sports as well as how it could affect the hobby. We explore a few ways collegiate licensed products could have increased demand and production. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector isJarryd from @thecardboardcrew instagram.com/thecardboardcrewwho gives us his response to our question of the week.There are people who both oppose and support the NCAA decision, but one thing to expect is for Topps, Panini and other companies to jump on this opportunity to produce exclusive collegiate products .Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss collecting cards from products outside of the four main sports within the hobby. We share our journey of researching and collecting within the TCG universe. We explore a few ways to diversify your portfolio and tips on categories to get involved in. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector isJared from @upper90cardss instagram.com/upper90cardsswho gives us his response to our question of the week.One of the best aspects of the hobby is learning about new categories within collecting, there is a card for almost everything if you take the time to search.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss various ways to navigate eBay, both as a buyer and a seller. We share our strategies we use to find the best price possible to make an informed purchase. We explore a few ways to vet your buyer and seller sources to better protect yourself from scams. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.We believe that eBay is one of the most useful resources within the hobby and we'd like to share with you a few of the tips we've learned over time.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss why prices are dropping across the hobby. We share our thoughts on what could be behind the low prices in the market and give examples of price decreases. We explore a few ways we are taking advantage of the dips and how to adjust short/long term investing strategies. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector isBrian from @rockymountainbaseballcards instagram.com/rockymountainbaseballcardswho gives us his response to our question of the week.Market values can fluctuate up and down, this may be a good time to determine where you stand as a collector or an investor within the hobby.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the world of sports stickers within the hobby. We share our thoughts on why we choose to collect and grade soccer stickers. We explore a few ways to add stickers into your collection and how to take care of them. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Chaj from @1stopfooty instagram.com/1stopfootywho gives us his response to our question of the week.We feel that stickers being much tougher to grade presents a real opportunity to add extra value to your collection at a fraction of typical product costs.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss a few moves to make in the hobby during the current price dips. We share four cards that we feel are smart pickups today for both the short term and long term. We explore easy investments between the four major sports; basketball, baseball, football and soccer. Bruce was not available this week to record, but he will be back on next week's episode. It's evident that the sports card market is currently in the middle of a dip, so we wanted to share what we've been picking up and the reasons why.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the importance of the hobby live and in person. We share our thoughts on the impact the in-person experience has made on us and how it compares to the digital experience. We explore the different ways to interact in the hobby in real life. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector isJohn from @vintage_house_slabs instagram.com/vintage_house_slabswho gives us his response to our question of the week.We feel that the best aspect of the hobby is living it in real life and in-person, this is where we've learned the most.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the recent tv deals inked by ESPN and how it relates to the hobby. We share our thoughts on the positive influence this could have on the card market with more exposure. We explore the recent releases of products and how to capitalize on growing markets. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector isRyan @ryanbcards_430 instagram.com/ryanbcards_430who gives us his response to our question of the week.We think ESPN's recent tv deals are going to be an overall positive move for the hobby and will spread more awareness to already growing card markets.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the differences between Topps, Panini and other card products. We share our thoughts on our own preferences when it comes to products from that past and present day. We explore the history of releases within the most valued card companies and where we think it's going. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector isRyan from @breakoutcards instagram.com/breakoutcardswho gives us his response to our question of the week.When looking for products to pickup, it's never a bad idea to research the history of the companies that produce them and choose what you enjoy the most.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss what we consider to be a player's true rookie card. We share our thoughts on our own preferences when it comes to rookies. We explore how to research and distinguish between a true rookie and a key rookie. As always, we share our pickups and flips of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector isJude from @ogo_sportscards instagram.com/ogo_sportscardswho gives us his response to our question of the week.When you're thinking of picking up a player's rookie card, it is a smart move to combine research as well as preference to determine the moves you make.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the possibilities of the sports card market being in a bubble. We share our thoughts on how to invest in cards that may still hold value if the market were to crash. We explore the causes of the bubble and how we are choosing to operate within it. As always, we share our pickups and flips  of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector isGiancarlo from @rawcollectorvb instagram.com/rawcollectorvbwho gives us his response to our question of the week.If the sports card market is in a bubble, we need to analyze what could be the causes and how our mindsets can shift to be better prepared if it pops.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the best practices that we use when choosing card grading candidates. We share our thoughts on what grading companies look for when reviewing your cards. We explore the different reasons why you should grade as well the factors to consider before submitting your cards for grading. As always, we share our pickups and flips  of the week.Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is@kickz_consultant instagram.com/kickz_consultant who gives us his response to our question of the week.When choosing cards to be graded, you should determine your reason for grading and take the time to carefully examine each card for the criteria that top grading companies use.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the price comparison of investing in sealed product versus single cards. We share our thoughts on rolling the dice with sealed wax or buying exactly what you want from that product. We explore examples of spending money to buy graded cards for the same price of of basketball, football, baseball and soccer hobby boxes. As always, we share our pickups and flips  of the week. Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Bryan from @sundayleagueinvestors who gives us his response to our question of the week. When first getting into the hobby it can be really exciting and expensive to open sealed product, but we feel there are safer ways to invest your hard earned money.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the origins of different types of card parallels and how they compare to other cards. We share our thoughts on the importance of collecting these more rare cards over regular base cards. We explore our favorite types of parallels and also what you can expect with different products. As always, we share our pickups and flips  of the week. Our "Ask the Hobby" special guest collector is Niam from @npsportscards1 who gives us his response to our question of the week. These days there are so many different types of cards to choose from, so we'd like to offer our take on where it all began and where we see it going.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the recent news that PSA is pausing their grading services until July 1st 2021. We share the information that we know as well as our opinions on what caused this issue in the first place. We explore possible outcomes of this news as well as offer our solutions for how to prevent this from happening again. As always, we share our pickups and flips  of the week. We also debut our new segment "Ask the Hobby" where we ask Carlos from @dose_collectibles for his response to our question of the week. A lot is unknown on the future of grading your sports cards with PSA, but we do our best to find the positives and how we can all be a part of the solution.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the differences between the vintage and modern sports card market. We share our own personal preferences and why we choose what we collect. We talk about scarcity within the hobby and how today's market currently differs from the junk wax era. As always, we share our pickups and flips  of the week. There is a lot of value in both the vintage and modern card markets, but your own personal preference is what matters most when building your collection.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss off-season price dips and how this can be a useful way to take advantage of the sports card market. We explain what price dips are and when you can expect them to happen in various sports. We also talk about the most effective times to buy or sell and how you can apply this to your collecting success. No off-season is the same, but the tips we share can help you time your investing strategy  to maximize your potential returns.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss our bulk investing strategy and how to generate sizable returns. We share the success that we have had using this method of investing in sports cards and the steps to do it. We also talk about the recent PSA card grading price increases and how we see it making an impact on the hobby. There are so many ways to invest in sports cards and this is one of the main strategies we have implemented over the last year that continues to deliver positive results.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss the top companies in the industry that grade sports cards. We share our own personal preferences and the advantages of each company. We talk about our own grading experience and a new brand looking to shift the industry by using AI technology. We also share our pickups and flips  of the week. Not all grading companies are created equal, so we explain the differences you can expect both in quality and the value each brand holds.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)

On this episode of Wax Talk with Raw Mints, we discuss various ways to collect and invest in sports cards. We share our favorite methods to collecting and the reasons behind it. We talk about our recent investments that paid off big and how we chose to reinvest a portion of our returns to generate future profits. There's so many ways to collect and invest in the hobby, we hope you enjoy the few ways we enjoy doing it.Please be sure to follow us instagram @rawmints instagram.com/rawmints and check out our official shop page @shoprawmints instagram.com/shoprawmintsIf you'd like to support the podcast, please visit linktr.ee/waxtalkTheme Music: Gerald Vance adVANCEd creations tinyurl.com/yzg2a9kySupport the show (https://paypal.me/rawmints)