4 Ways YOU Can Make Money Flipping Comics | How to Have the Hobby Fund Itself

[@comicbookcountdown9252]

I've spent way too much money on comic books since getting back into them 5 years ago, so this video is definitely helpful in helping me move toward a self-sustaining approach to the hobby.

[@BrysComics]

It’s all about that balance…

[@stillchillin7249]

Pretty proud of myself. I preordered a first appearance guaranteed 9.8 for really cheap, recently flipped it for funds for a local con. I still own few raw copies of that first appearance. But with the money I made off the slab, I bought another 3-4 first appearances of books that are trending up! I'm learning from watching you and few other KZbin channels!

[@BrysComics]

That’s the name of the game my man!

[@Caliber30k]

The first thing I'm doing is separating comics I buy for personal and those for flip/spec and you're exactly right: you have to separate your business mind from your fan mind or you'll go for what you want and not sell anything.

[@BrysComics]

Yup!

[@Revtwenty]

Hey fellow Bryan - just wanted to add one way I've been flipping: Buying rough Raw, doing CPR and selling raw. E.g. Getting some TLC to some of the diamonds in the rough and flipping them without having to sub them. It's what helped me kickstart funding the hobby again.

[@BrysComics]

Very nice! Yeah if you can swing it without getting graded it’ll cut down on the turn time for sure

[@liquidevil9463]

It's so hard to to sell instead of keeping it in the PC.

[@birdfan2001]

I’m reluctant to submit to CGC due to the long turnaround times- a book could no longer be hot by the time I get it back. I like the idea of buying books that have already been graded and flipping them.

[@zhain0]

That's my issue aswell, I've not done a submission yet but im getting together 25 I think will do well that I no longer want. Oh, and if they come back low, I dont want to loose money lol

[@shaheedali651]

I agree, I only send in golden age books to CGC these days. Older detective comics, Pre code horror never drops in value. But would never send in modern spec books, turnaround time is way too long and value drops.

[@gabrielfonseca1031]

Learning to clean and press over the pandemic has been a great decision. Being able to CPR a book yourself has helped so much. Just another part of the hobby to love

[@BrysComics]

Game changer!!

[@jthomascruz4890]

What a great video, I don't see myself cracking open any slabs just for the risk involved but I do very much like the first three methods of flipping comics. I feel like there are always comics out there that are undervalued that you can either by raw or already slabbed that can be had for low prices especially before one of the streaming networks secures the rights to the stories and then you see the price spikes.

[@BrysComics]

That’s it exactly!

[@anthonytuero3697]

These videos are so helpful for guys like me looking to have the hobby fund itself. Saw that video of the allowable defects which was great! Thanks for these videos!

[@BrysComics]

👍💯

[@richardtorres5665]

I am getting my books graded from when I was a teenager. CGC may take a long time, but the value gained is worth the wait for me.

[@BrysComics]

Absolutely agree!

[@geaux6034]

This is the best KZbin video I’ve seen on selling…and it’s not even close. Thanks.

[@BrysComics]

Awesome! And great last name!

[@SapphireGladeComics]

I got my first 3 graded comics back from EGS yesterday. All 3 were signed and came back 9.8s. With their pressing and cleaning and choice modern grading, it took 2 months from mailing them down to them being returned.

[@BrysComics]

👍

[@TubmeisterTCG]

Just got into comics and have been trying to find a way for my hobby to fund itself!! Thank you for making videos like this!!

[@TubmeisterTCG]

also how do we subscribe to the newsletter?

[@BrysComics]

Thank you for watching!

[@BrysComics]

At the bottom of the homepage on website just enter your email…there isn’t a confirmation or anything

[@sang9095]

I have 3 SIKTC foil covers that I need to grade. I'm thinking of using CBCS since CGC has delays.

[@NigerianNurse75]

You have truly help me as a buyer. Thank you

[@somedaydavinci4206]

Thanks for sharing Bry -- didn't realize you had been in the game for so long! As I've heard from many -- learn how to grade! I got my Overstreet guide just a few weeks ago and so I'm just starting to dip my foot into some of these methods. If you can clean and press on your own though, that's where the greatest ROI is!

[@BrysComics]

Truth!

[@chipbeale1658]

You are always on my shortlist of videos to watch. Well done.

[@BrysComics]

Thanks!

[@billyrod1980]

Great info as always. I get more practical information from your channel then any others I watch.

[@BrysComics]

🙏🏻

[@glennhoward5014]

Thanks so much for this info. My kids and I are always excited to get your info and help us make great decisions on future books.

[@BrysComics]

🙌💯

[@crawfordarmstrong]

Your initial recommendation to use funds from the "flips" to fund the growth are spot on. I've been doing that with coins for roughly 6 years now and what started as an initial $50 deposit in a separate account has grown to roughly $5k in asset wealth. I mean, I'm not getting rich on it or opening up a shop but it's a hobby and discipline to use those funds as if they're a business account. Without risking everyday funds or future savings, i.e. 401k & such. Spreadsheets come in handy when it comes to bigger purchases. I generally reserve it for coins I've bought raw and submitted to make sure I have the sales data. Not every sold item is the same profit margin but if you have the data you figure out what your targets should be and your risk appetite for certain items. Good luck on your journey and good luck on that storefront! Comic shop owner was always one of my "if you could do anything what would you do?" interview answers so I totally get it.

[@BrysComics]

Thanks for the well wishes! I’ve always loved coins as well, I’m sure I’ll get into that at some point lol

[@Syabi]

That's why graders note are also important. If you know your book has pressable defects you can increase the grade (and thus the value) significantly.

[@davecironelibrarykid]

Real Life Examples- YES! More of these case studies please.

[@BrysComics]

More coming next week!

[@bcomics3135]

This was the most simplistic way of explaining how to sell and trade your book's. Plenty of business terminology and strategies. Awesome video!!!

[@BrysComics]

Thank you!

[@kaiyab.6239]

This is one of my favorite videos from you Bry! A lot of good information, and it helps the entire community, Thank you.

[@BrysComics]

🙏🏻

[@CollectorAuctions]

Good suggestions on approaching this a business. I'm currently learning how to clean and press myself to save time and money.

[@BrysComics]

Very smart

[@neighbor2thenorthcomics]

I'm a confident presser, but will not touch resubs on 9.6s. I focus a lot on lower grades trying to bump to mids. Great video sir.

[@stevenkonesni682]

I do Raw to Raw or Raw to Graded for my sales. My problem is letting go of the books! Always feel if I wait a little longer, it might go for more, or its a book I like and wanna hold onto, but the ROI is just too high not to take advantage of it.

[@BrysComics]

I know the feeling for sure!

[@edgark2454]

Found the channel a few days ago. Loving the content man! Gonna send my first set of books to get graded this weekend!

[@BrysComics]

Welcome! And good luck on your sub!

[@MILESTONEStudio]

Lets let Bry run our economy. Comics are the new Gold Standard.

[@BrysComics]

Lmao

[@johnnyjavy]

Thank you Bry.... You just gave me the boost of confidence I need to try this out for myself.... You Rock!!!!

[@BrysComics]

You can do it!

[@Runnerofall]

I'm specing way further in the future with graded books now. At least they are cheaper now. CGC's turnaround time is absurd right now.

[@cfj6088]

That was gold, Bry. Reminds me of myself. I love this hobby. We are so fortunate to do what we love, every day all day. I just discovered your channel this weekend, and now Im interested in buying some books off your website. Real recognizes real. I enjoy doing business with other lovers of the medium.

[@BrysComics]

That’s awesome! You sell full time?

[@cfj6088]

@@BrysComics Yes I do. For the last 3 years or so, but mostly on ebay.

[@djwaters22]

I love that silk comic

[@Chefonfire124]

I like finding raw books and selling raw books or sending them in to get graded. I never put a grade on my raw ebay sales because no matter what I say someone is going to disagree with my grade so I just say see pictures and that is what you will receive. So post lots of pictures, this has cut down on my returns.

[@MrSuperduper5000]

Working on making the hobby pay for itself now. Got lucky and picked up a full set of Stray Dogs 1st print horror covers off the shelf and picked up a few copies of never never. Looking forward to MOM this week as well. Definitely a hustle and I'm about to start grading to set my values on fire!

[@BrysComics]

🙌👍

[@OneNastyNupe]

Glad I found this page! I will be here daily!

[@BrysComics]

I’m glad your here!

[@EveryDayAStoryCollects]

Love that SIKTC 8th Print cover...

[@dexteranderson2122]

I just want to say keep up the good job. Thanks to you I started back collecting comics again

[@BrysComics]

🙌👍

[@stevewhite4533]

I have switched to CBCS, I know the CGC books for the most part get more money but X-Men is hot in either company. Great video.

[@carlosvale4722]

Great advice on flipping books, mostly selling raw because of the high cgc turnaround time. Can't wait to see your inspecting comics video.

[@stevenbrown9374]

I've only just started collecting books & I've went nuts buying limited run editions, unique cover art & character first appearance books in the hope that they may become valuable. Only time will tell if my efforts will pay off

[@mrjeffreyb]

Great video! I have been dabbling in the Raw sales, but it’s a lot of work like you mentioned, especially when working full time. I am about to get into slabs soon, so I appreciated the insight on that aspect.

[@BrysComics]

Best of luck to you!

[@dougbratton7309]

Good job highlighting these four flipping methods.

[@repairtechtony]

Good info! I started selling in the last year. I'm working my way up from buying and selling raws. I'll save up those funds to buy the books I want for the personal collection. Helped me get my TMNT 1 3rd print a couple of weeks ago.

[@BrysComics]

Daaaaaam! I’m jealous, love that book!

[@repairtechtony]

@@BrysComics it's a mid grade raw copy, but I'm fine with that for now. I'm about 10 issues from finishing the 1st volume. Those have been my goals for the year.

[@Fatpan14]

great content as usual my man! ty for helping me train my speculation and grading skills !!

[@kaiyab.6239]

Congratulations Collin! That is one heck of a book to win! Well done Bro on giving g back!

[@BrysComics]

Thanks!

[@rickharrison1358]

thanks for all you do for the comic community.

[@antoniocar596]

Great video. I've been trying these methods myself also cleaning and pressing my own books. I've also been trying to follow the Disney+ shows and buying keys before the show comes out. But you said to sell when the book is at it's peak. How do you know when it's peaked exactly?

[@BrysComics]

Usually when the official trailers start coming out. With Disney+ shows it seems to be about 2 episodes in…depends on the key too

[@SPalochik]

GREAT information Bry. You consistently show that you practice what you preach and it is very helpful.

[@BrysComics]

Thank you!

[@gundamramjcr]

I’ve started doing what you just posted I am may be selling some stuff which I just recently gone through most of my comic Bins ! However finding what to get graded and if it’s worth it has been a very challenging hurdle for me. Hopefully you will address which series is worth grading in a future video

[@BrysComics]

I posted recently about what books are worth getting graded 👍💯

[@derekr.6885]

Great info basically made it simple and self explanatory

[@Jungle-Boogie]

Love these kinds of informative videos. I've always traded raw copies. Just now have finally submitted a stack to the CGC for grading, after paying a company to first clean and press them. Have another stack ready to go soon. Just wish it didn't take CGC so long to grade. I'm worried my books will no longer be hot by the time they come back to me.

[@BrysComics]

It’s definitely something you have to consider…

[@barbadosslim]

Thanks for the great tips. And congrats on the channel growth!

[@BrysComics]

Thank you!

[@marcloev2072]

Bry - you are a branding machine. Love it! Wishing you great things.

[@BrysComics]

🙏🏻

[@BrianLCS]

I flip raw books to help fund my PC. Great video and tips.

[@kylerjohnson6110]

Hey Bry! I know it’s not an exact science, but in your opinion when is the best time to sell these movie and tv spec books? Are we talkin first trailer, second trailer, debut, or even a few days/weeks after release? Thanks for all the great vids. You are giving me the freedom to pursue my passion outside of my day job!!

[@BrysComics]

Hey Kyler! It kind of depends on the book, but usually it’s when the hype is the highest and that’s usually around the first official trailer…but lately I’ve been seeing prices not peak until a few days after release like you said…

[@brucecarter5520]

CGC is the way to go for high end books I believe. Encapsulated and graded is the trend for sure and after I got over the fear of sending in to them, it has been a success.

[@jasonw9547]

I really enjoyed this episode ! Nice one Bry!

[@kylekudrick8218]

I know you said a while ago you were going to do a pressing instructional video but haven’t seen one yet. Would love to get into this to save time and money. Any videos online you would recommend?

[@BrysComics]

Just watch as many as you can and come up with your game plan…kind of depends what types of books too

[@spyderpaul314]

Havent submitted to CGC yet, but the owner of one of my LCS's is going to Florida to hand walk a 2nd print TMNT 1 and an AF 15 thorough grading, so I may send some books with him.

[@srhucklebuck]

Ty for your "thoughts on flipping" segment, really great info as always.

[@BrysComics]

🙏🏻💯

[@sjvr13]

Buying and selling is the best way to fund the hobby, just my opinion. I love hunting for that future spec. Good info bry

[@BrysComics]

👍

[@AvanteReacts]

Super informative videos everytime. Thanks Bry.

[@GazelleNote]

In regards to the CPR method, another thing to note would be to look up the grader notes for books before buying/cracking to see if they are pressable defects. I did this with an ebay listing for a 6.5 slab. The $5 for the notes was worth it as I was only paying $20 for the book haha. Cracked, cleaned, pressed and off to CGC. Looked at least a 9.4 but alas I still wait for the results...

[@BrysComics]

Best of luck on that one!

[@GazelleNote]

@@BrysComics thank you! Keep up the great content!! 👍

[@claytoncarrollq5695]

I’ve been playing to take this route by fall. Have to figure out the right pressing machine to get.

[@nathanielmcdonough4288]

Now is the time to send in any Kate Bishop keys!

[@Teardehawkee]

I don't see what is so great about Kate Bishop ?

[@nathanielmcdonough4288]

@@Teardehawkee I'm not saying there is. I'm just saying that some people who really like the character are probably gonna be spending a some money when she comes on Disney+.

[@seanl.7088]

i routinely submit to cgc but i need a presser ccs is killing me... good video.... just got my first appearances of thrawn back... cant wait to see him live action fingers crossed

[@comicsembraced9159]

Loving the content and appreciate the knowledge when flipping comics as I am launching my store soon. Keep up the great work!

[@BrysComics]

Good luck my friend!

[@cguido1275]

Solid info as usual, thanks! These CGC delays are killer.

[@ernestsmith5771]

Very helpful, do you have any other suggestion of 3rd part pressers

[@ryanmcallister7215]

Really enjoy all the specs. I've gotten a few thanks to you.

[@artsorcerer4420]

I've been flipping people for more than 15 years and I enjoy it. Sorry but it was just too funny to keep in. good video. Thank you.

[@BrysComics]

😂

[@dustygranger9499]

Great breakdown of the pros and cons of each method.

[@863Vegas]

Awesome tips no matter how little time or money you have to commit to the hobby! Best of luck with the dream!

[@soupyz11]

Good advice! I'm just starting to get into selling

[@victorz5821]

Love the breakdown! Always learning something new. Keep up the excellent work!

[@alejandromedina1162]

Appreciate the advice! Just started selling some books to buy books more in line with my collection

[@GoldGauntletComix]

Dang!! Great tips!! I have to binge your channel, I haven't been able to watch much.

[@BrysComics]

👍💯

[@judsoncarroll6904]

nice. going to get my xmen 14 cleaned and pressed now.

[@lucasmurphy1130]

You just popped up on my feed. Glad I did! Great video!

[@BrysComics]

Welcome! Thanks for watching

[@scoa]

This is useful stuff. Appreciate the knowledge. I love comic books, but I've only recently started to really learn more about how to invest in them (I've mostly only been doing sports cards in relation to thinking about making a profit, since I have more knowledge in that space).

[@BrysComics]

I wish I knew more about the sports card market!!

[@dylandodge8262]

Buy and selling graded is definitely the move at the moment 👌🏽

[@darylblannon3616]

So much great information. Thanks for your hard work!

[@justinedwards5790]

Legit was just looking through your videos saving some for how to flip correctly. Just got my hands on a big collection of 70s-early 90s comics

[@BrysComics]

Very nice!!

[@justinedwards5790]

@@BrysComics have you every been asked to sell comics for someone like they wanted to make profit off their collection but didn’t know how to do it etc. I’m also in that situation as well right now they don’t want to sell them to me but they want to sell them and make profit off them lol it’s a weird situation. He is a cheap individual Unfortunately but is sitting on some huge books and is too lazy to sell them himself

[@BrysComics]

@@justinedwards5790 yeah situations like that go nowhere…they’re just not ready to sell yet. If they sell them themselves they make the most but have to do the work, if they sell the whole collection to you they gotta take a hit, but you can’t have the best of both worlds lol

[@joshgarner5727]

Love the videos and love the live sales!

[@madmanpaul8823]

Great advice with the CPR appreciate the info..Always Watching

[@haroldshepherd8278]

Hey Bry I appreciate the advice and commentary on what to look for. I’m new to game are there any other comic book appraising companies besides CGC that has a quicker turnaround time for grading comic books? Also do these companies have the same clout as CGC whenI sell the graded product on line?

[@BrysComics]

Every other grading company has faster turn around time and less resale value…

[@lascruces-vh4oe]

Congratulations to the winners! Thanks for the great content and information.

[@My_Paper_Route]

Good vid ! I need to get myself a press.

[@danielharper843]

Another awesome video of selling advice. Also…Thank you so much Bry for delivering my “Champions” #1 CGC 9.8 with perfect packing. You’re packing made a difference. USPS is vicious to mail but shipping using a medium priority mail box inside a large priority mail box is fantastic!

[@BrysComics]

100% success rate with that shipping method! Thanks for the support!

[@shaheedali651]

Awesome vid, thanks for sharing your tips on flipping.

[@rc1473]

Great advice - appreciate you breaking everything down

[@arohila]

Great video and information. How do you see the Bad Idea Eniac comics going for ROI. I think I bought a 9.8 #1 too high, and now their out of business....urgh. Shades of Valiant comics.

[@BrysComics]

I don’t think they are really out of business…I mean what company goes out of business for being too successful? That doesn’t make any sense. I have a whole bunch of eniacs, I think it would make a great movie!

[@SBAVoltronProdt]

Super helpful man. I need to step up my flipping game 😂

[@Notthatshaneblack]

Rad giveaways!! Fingers crossed. And of course great content as always.

[@andrewpayette621]

I began my comic book hobby when my dad gave me his 70's comics. This stuff is addicting!

[@jimbartram9331]

Lot of great suggestions, thanks for sharing!

[@TheChinest]

Thanks so much for your info and contest!

[@RykczzTech]

Good advice is always welcome, thank you my friend!!!

[@arturoesquivel1573]

Like I have a question at what point do you have to register your business.? And how do you do this.?? I will be waiting for that video...!

[@BrysComics]

You don’t ever have to be a business but you always need to report profits as income…

[@arturoesquivel1573]

@@BrysComics So I can have a store on ebay and don't have to register it.? Thanks