I think we just discussed this recently where I mentioned I made the same mistake when I got back into collecting in 2006. I bought a BCCG 9 or 10 1975 Brett (can't remember) for $120. I knew there were other grading companies, but did about 2 minutes of research and saw that BCCG is Beckett. I figured it must be legit since it was Beckett.
Once I got a little more experience I started dealing with PSA and SGC. I sent the card to PSA and received a 6. End result, I lost $100 (actually $120 since I gave the card away). It was 100% my fault.
There are so many scams out there today. Everyone has to take responsibility for their own actions. The seller made the most they could after doing their homework, BCCG provided the service that fit their business model after doing their homework and the buyer overpaid for a card he/she wanted after NOT doing their homework.
Dan
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