10K Card Journey

  • Top Sports Card Grading Services Compared: PSA, BGS, SGC & More

    Grading your sports cards can enhance their value, but not all grading companies are the same. PSA, BGS, SGC, CSG, and Arena Club each offer different pricing, turnaround times, and resale value potential. This article breaks down their reputations and how much it costs to grade cards at different price points—so you can choose the…

  • Investing in a 2003 Topps Chrome LeBron James PSA 8

    Adding a LeBron James Topps Chrome rookie to my collection has been a long-term goal, and I finally made it happen. While I would have loved a PSA 9 or a numbered refractor, those were out of my price range, so I found a great balance with this PSA 8. I was able to negotiate…

  • My Trade for a Shohei Ohtani 2018 Allen & Ginter Rookie

    Few things are more exciting in the hobby than making a great trade, and I just completed one that I’m really excited about. I landed a Shohei Ohtani 2018 Allen & Ginter rookie card (PSA 10) in exchange for a few solid pieces, including a Michael Jordan Fleer and a Trevor Lawrence rookie. In this…

  • My Wish List: Tom Brady Flawless Super Bowl Swatches

    Few moments in NFL history are as iconic as the Patriots’ Super Bowl XLIX victory over the Seahawks. Now, I’ve found a card that captures a piece of that legendary game— a Tom Brady Flawless Super Bowl Swatches card featuring a jersey patch from his game-worn Super Bowl XLIX jersey. With its historical significance, GOAT-level…