Can We Actually Make Money Flipping Pokémon Cards? (An Experiment)
In recent years, the market for Pokémon cards has exploded, with collectors and investors alike racing to get their hands on rare and valuable cards. With some cards fetching thousands of dollars, it’s no surprise that many people have turned to flipping Pokémon cards as a way to make some extra cash. But can we actually make money doing so? To find out, I conducted an experiment to see if flipping Pokémon cards is a viable way to make a profit.
First, I needed to acquire some Pokémon cards to flip. I decided to start with a modest budget of $100 and headed to a local card shop to see what I could find. After some digging, I managed to pick up a few packs of the latest Pokémon TCG set as well as some older, out-of-print packs. I also found a few rare singles that I thought might hold some value. With my initial investment secured, it was time to start flipping.
I began by opening the packs and sorting through the cards to see if I had any valuable pulls. While I didn’t manage to pull any ultra-rare cards, I did find a few that were worth a decent amount. I also found that some of the older, out-of-print packs contained cards that were in high demand among collectors. With a bit of research and some careful pricing, I was able to make a small profit by selling these cards on various online marketplaces.
The real challenge, however, came in trying to flip the singles that I had purchased. Despite my efforts to price them competitively, I struggled to find buyers for some of the cards. It became apparent that the market for Pokémon cards is incredibly volatile, with prices constantly fluctuating based on demand and supply. This made it difficult to accurately predict which cards would sell and at what price.
After a month of buying and selling Pokémon cards, I was able to make a modest profit of about $50. While this was certainly a positive outcome, it became clear to me that flipping Pokémon cards is not as easy as it may seem. The market is highly competitive and requires a deep understanding of what cards are in demand and how to properly price them. Additionally, there is always the risk of buying cards that end up decreasing in value, leading to potential losses.
In conclusion, while it is possible to make money flipping Pokémon cards, it is not a guaranteed way to turn a profit. It requires a significant amount of research, time, and effort, and even then, success is not guaranteed. For those who are truly passionate about Pokémon cards and enjoy the thrill of the hunt, flipping can be an enjoyable hobby that may yield some extra cash. However, for those looking for a more reliable way to make money, it may be best to look elsewhere.
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I personally find nothing wrong with a COLLECTOR trying to make some money to add to their collection or just profit on something they have no interest in. I think the problem is with the scalpers and people who have no interest in the hobby whatsoever and are only after a dollar amount.
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I get Mercari full art trainers and full art cards for 1-2 dollars grade them for 20 dollars each and sell for 7-10s for 39.99 and 5$ shipping that's 12 dollar cost for a 28$ profit ebay fee is around 8, and taxes is around 6. So it's 14 dollars per card and 3-6 months of time. I recommend starting with 500$ focus on Pikachu Rayquaza Charizard and mew/evie evolutions . Or avoid all of that and buy already graded slabs and relist them for thinner margins but expand to selling large quantities. Let someone else do all the heavy lifting
centering isn’t everything. i’m sure a few of those eevees you said were off center can still get a 10 as long as they have no whitening
What is flipping pokemon card?
I really like your channel, please turn off the stabilisation on your camera or lens. It makes it hard to watch
@0:13 ok… why not? profit is profit. nothing illegal about that. if you say it's "wrong," you're just imposing your subjective, fluctuating, emotionally based standard of morality on me.
I bought all 9 a UK website had for £5.95 and they're about £12 now, so that's a big win for me
I do sell some stuff but it is mostly to thin out my collection or they are extras. Then I buy my Pokémon cards with that lol. Only been collecting since just before Brilliant Stars came out.
I've debated sending some cards in to grade myself! Although I wanted to ask the community…what is the general consensus about AGS? I think they have a cool concept, just not widely known yet..
I think your definition of "Flipping" is basically grading rare cards and then selling which I feel is fair because you are providing a service of grading cards for people who may not want to go through the process. If someone is buying a slab just expect a slight mark up, it takes time and money to get those cards graded. Cool Video Luke I support you!
I've got a competitive deck and a collection, but I don't like having bulk around. That said, I love it that there's flippers. I'll buy a couple packs per set for fun but then just buy the one's I want. Not the most romantic process, but sometimes pull rates are unreal.
What I do in my country is that I sell bulk to parents through Facebook and make a good amount of cash to buy singles I want for my collection
Why in this world are people dumb enough to pay 200$ for a 5$ card within a cheap PSA china case with a grading that is not even close to relatable…
When I think flipping Pokemon cards, I think more of going through garage sales and small card shops' bulk or cheap binders. Bought a LOT of Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery cards out of a $1 binder at a Top Cut store, and some base set item cards and 8 scoop up nets out of a 25 cent bulk box at a local video game store.
great logic. Appreciate this video. It is timely and something i'm considering with some of my extras that i'm not attached to, in order to fund more purchases.
Psa is the way to go to make money. A lot of people would prefer psa or Beckett over cgc! Not a lot of people like cgc slabbed cards. But that’s your choice. I wouldn’t bug a cgc slab. I’d rather slab my own up
When I did finish it I realized that alot of people get too touchy when you try to "flip" cards