REA Marketplace Open

conor912 · #1 03-20-2025, 10:07 AM

They might be totally fine with it since they don�t need to hold the inventory nor is it their main service, but I could see this turning into another eBay museum.

raulus · #2 03-20-2025, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by conor912

They might be totally fine with it since they don�t need to hold the inventory nor is it their main service, but I could see this turning into another eBay museum.

Hope you enjoy the antiquities!

LEHR · #3 03-20-2025, 10:34 AM

As long as the fee's do not get too out of hand (5% introductory now but what will they end up at?) I would definitely use this service in the future as a seller. And I really like the make an offer option.

LEHR · #4 03-20-2025, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by conor912

They might be totally fine with it since they don’t need to hold the inventory nor is it their main service, but I could see this turning into another eBay museum.

While a some things seemed to be priced out of this world I would say the vast majority is priced within reality. When I took a look yesterday I saw at least a dozen pieces already marked as sold (I think all were under $4k items). I haven't looked into the terms but I wonder if REA will put a time limit on unsold listed items?

boneheadandrube · #5 03-20-2025, 12:32 PM

I've sold 3 items already. One was bought outright and two others were offers I accepted. I'm quite happy with the service being available.

Fred · #6 03-20-2025, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by boneheadandrube

I've sold 3 items already. One was bought outright and two others were offers I accepted. I'm quite happy with the service being available.

Greg, was it Bonehead or Rube that priced the three cards you sold? You have to figure, after seeing the prices of a lot of items in the venue, if you sold three already, then the price must have been a good deal for someone and will be pushed back to the venue at twice the price.

Just kidding. It's nice to hear that someone has been able to sell a few items through this portal. Good luck with the rest of your items (if you have any more for sale).

powell_am · #7 03-20-2025, 05:48 PM

I put 24 pieces on, priced them at 105% of VCP average. Sold 4 within 24 hours with 3 at the listed price. Super easy as a seller without having to deal with any hassle. So as long as the fees don�t get too high, I will use for liquid items.

molenick · #8 03-20-2025, 06:29 PM

I think anything that offers people another option to buy or sell cards is a good addition to the hobby.

My suggestions are that you should be able to "watch" an item and that (like the auction) you should be able to see more than 100 lots per page (most other auction houses offer a 200, 250, or "all" option).

ajjohnsonsoxfan · #9 03-20-2025, 11:31 PM

Bought a card on the marketplace today! Super easy process. I used the offer functionality. Seller and I went round couple times and we agreed on a price. Paid REA price + $15 shipping via Zelle. Happy with process and think this could be a really valuable resource for both buyers and sellers.

mrreality68 · #10 03-20-2025, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by conor912

They might be totally fine with it since they don�t need to hold the inventory nor is it their main service, but I could see this turning into another eBay museum.

I agree I can see it as an Ebay Museum

Some of those prices are alot higher than the current market will support but at least it has the offer options

The selection of the cards for their rollout is impressive

jayshum · #11 03-20-2025, 03:23 PM

Am I missing something, or can you not get to their new marketplace from their Home page? The only way I could find it from their Home page was to click on The Auction at the top of the page then choose Bid Now. Then at the top of the window, I now see Marketplace to click on. Seems like there should be something on the Home page to make it easier to find.

LEHR · #12 03-20-2025, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by jayshum

Am I missing something, or can you not get to their new marketplace from their Home page? The only way I could find it from their Home page was to click on The Auction at the top of the page then choose Bid Now. Then at the top of the window, I now see Marketplace to click on. Seems like there should be something on the Home page to make it easier to find.

That's the way I accessed the marketplace as well. I didn't see a link anywhere on the home page, which I thought was odd.

wondo · #13 03-20-2025, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by LEHR

That's the way I accessed the marketplace as well. I didn't see a link anywhere on the home page, which I thought was odd.

You can go straight to BID NOW and it will allow you to select MARKETPLACE.

jayshum · #14 03-20-2025, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by wondo

You can go straight to BID NOW and it will allow you to select MARKETPLACE.

Yes, that's what I said I did. Since it's not something that involves bidding, it isn't the most obvious place you would expect it to be located. Seems like they could do a better job of promoting it on their Home page since it's new, and if you weren't looking for it, you might never find it the way it is currently accessed.

wondo · #15 03-20-2025, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by jayshum

Yes, that's what I said I did. Since it's not something that involves bidding, it isn't the most obvious place you would expect it to be located. Seems like they could do a better job of promoting it on their Home page since it's new, and if you weren't looking for it, you might never find it the way it is currently accessed.

BID NOW is on the home page - one less click. But I wholeheartedly agree with you; one would think it would be pushed on the front page. Methinks that this will get a whole bunch of new consignments for them. After a certain amount of time without selling, the consignor will tire of waiting and shoot it to the auction. Afterall, the piece is already in REA hands.

MR RAREBACK · #16 03-20-2025, 04:22 PM

Just offer what your willing to pay, and see what happens

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