Collectors’ demeanor in 2021

[Exhibitman]

It's stress. More experienced collectors are simultaneously suffering sticker shock, a dawning realization that they will not be able to afford the cards they want, and anxiety over whether to take profits on the cards they already have.

Oh, and the COVID thing.

[conor912]

Originally Posted by Exhibitman

It's stress. More experienced collectors are simultaneously suffering sticker shock, a dawning realization that they will not be able to afford the cards they want, and anxiety over whether to take profits on the cards they already have.

Oh, and the COVID thing.

I think this is a good point. I will add to it that a lot of sellers are not only seeking unrealistic prices on quality items, but they also seem more firm than ever. I’ve noticed a lot more “pay my ask or move on” mentality.

[Exhibitman]

Originally Posted by conor912

I’ve noticed a lot more “pay my ask or move on” mentality.

I am guilty of that. A rapidly rising market means that I can hold on to a tough card unless/until I wring out the maximum profit from it. I sold a bunch of cards a few years back at 'exorbitant' prices only to have them shoot past what I got for them. I also don't see a point to discounting Babe Ruth. Harold Baines, sure, but not the Big Fella or others of his caliber.

[brianp-beme]

We should all live by this maxim:

"One's demeanor should not be meaner just because the selection has gotten leaner and the costs more greener".

Brian

[Yoda]

Sort of like getting married.

[BobbyStrawberry]

Originally Posted by Yoda

Sort of like getting married.

Ba-dum CHHHH