How To Sell Pokemon Cards in 2021! (Selling Tips)

[@Biscuit115]

The only advice I trust in the hobby these days

[@mathswampman]

I sell quite a bit on Ebay, and I typically stay away from selling higher value ungraded cards--I've had a couple of bad experiences where the buyers would claim the card was damaged and/or it had scratches or dings that weren't visible in the photo...then they end up sending me back a trashed copy of the same card (and they kept my copy). Luckily Ebay allowed me to keep the money in these cases as I had plenty of photos to back up my case, but I generally only sell graded cards or low value lots of singles, definitely less risk with those in my opinion. With that being said, I generally agree with Jake's tips, except I wouldn't use a white background as it hides whitening. I would also add that if you're using Ebay and you decide to go with an auction style listing (which I hardly ever do, I don't like the risk), try and have the auction end on Monday evening/night, the data shows that prices are slightly higher on average if they end Monday night.

[@edwingutierrez7807]

My guy made a whole essay lol

[@char.ger-3321]

@@edwingutierrez7807 better

[@andresmardones5078]

Hey Jake guess what! I commented like a week ago saying that I wasn’t gonna be able to open shining fates but yesterday I found 2 tins at msrp and pulled shiny charizard! Could not be happier

[@OTHERVERSETCG]

Where?

[@brianyazzie4538]

Wow! Lucky....👍

[@andresmardones5078]

@@OTHERVERSETCG Im from Chile so I dont think I can help you

[@sosoh329]

Have fun opening them hope you get some good pulls.

[@kennethmatney9622]

Congrats! That is awesome, I love to hear when regular people like us get lucky!

[@SOBKsAsian]

Sticking to a similar topic of selling cards, can you do a video where you show how you usually pack your cards for shipping and potentially what shipping options you like to chose as well? I feel like this would be great for those who might feel anxious about messing up the process of buying and selling their pokemon cards.

[@TwicebakedJake]

Yeah I can definitely look into that

[@gradedcards7599]

Funny how you brought up free shipping! People really don’t think about pricing all they see is free and jump on it ASAP 🤣

[@pablojacobar_]

I only collect and don’t care about selling my cards but at this point when I see a Jake video I click

[@TwicebakedJake]

Even I sell cards from time to time

[@julioamado6308]

Great vid Jake. Your last tip is something so critical for both selling AND buying. Having the research backup and then sticking to your guns. So easy to get FOMO on an auction and overbid on a card, or conversely, lowball yourself on a sale.

[@LCDigital92]

Thanks for the tips. I’ve been selling cards for about three months and have been pretty much doing everything you said. My background isn’t a solid color though, so I’ll start doing that from now on.

[@amead78]

When selling singles, take the picture of the card out of the sleeve and top loader.

[@pokebarn1]

Just can not get enough of your channel! Thank you Jake!

[@mikeopath6274]

Thanks Jake, you're truly are a top tier hobbyist helping people out with these videos

[@masterpaulkoon6836]

Congrats on the sponsorship brotha! Another great video. Haven’t missed one yet

[@YoitsDeMo]

I love seeing smaller poketubers man. Really gives me hope.

[@nsward99]

I get so excited getting notifications on Jake posting a new video😊

[@slamberg5820]

I personally feel like using a white background is a terrible tip, only because it hides whitening on cards when trying to see the condition on the back of the card. But other than that, great video as always!

[@sarahr8379]

I agree 100%, I always take close ups on a dark surface to be absolutely transparent about whitening and ask for close ups on a dark background when buying. Marketplaces like EBay recommend a white background as a general rule of thumb, but that doesn’t make sense for some products (I.e. raw cards)

[@primo4206]

Great video mate 👏🏽 great job I liked

[@salvadorlopez1954]

Thanks for the advice Jake I've been sitting on some stuff I actually want to sell and this helps a lot

[@oncodeii7509]

Great tips. I wish more sellers would take better pictures and do more to describe the condition of the card. I often message sellers asking if the card has visible scratches on the surface. Also, some people just post stock images of a card and I ask them to show the actual card front and back. When I sell cards, I will make sure to be as descriptive and transparent as possible. From my experience selling items, people are willing to pay more when you explain your listing in great detail. It gives them confidence in purchasing from you.

[@gam3r240]

Jake is literally the best Pokémon KZbinr

[@ptc2307]

Another thing to note is to study the algorithm of the marketplace you're selling on. For example on eBay, if a listing with multiple quantity gets a sale it pushes it up in search rankings. So does refreshing your listings. So sometimes I will take a fairly lowish but still profitable offer on one of my multivariate listings and this will in turn give it a boost. Normally a couple sales early on go a long way in getting it highlighted in ebay's search ranking! Using multi listings for sets for example, is great for this as you only pay one listing fee for all the cards in a set and it is boosted in the search rankings every time a card from that listing is sold. A lot of my listings are on the first page because of this. Another tip is to fill in the specifics in detail as this will also push your listings up.

[@michaelyee7660]

Jake, you are great with updating everyone on the hobby. I just wanted to say i appreciate all your videos.

[@azharchoudhry1740]

I am way to early here, dont know what to say. Love your content dude :)

[@charlespadilla2571]

I've honestly wanted to get some cards/sealed product from Mercari but I didn't know if I should. Thank you for very informative/educational videos Jake! Much love ❤

[@frmemes5189]

No way! You are so helpful especially on tip 5. I suck at waiting. Thanks so much!

[@drvpgvng]

I have like 100 5 star reviews on Mercari and that one guy that gave me a 4/5 because I sold to a low feedback “I never give 5 stars and you can always do better” type of person ... I love Mercari but jeez they need to change a lot. The irresponsible feedback new users can give to veteran users. There should be a option to block all buyers under 5 feedback. They should adjust shipping prices again Ik they already did but I’m not content, it is still off. And they need to take less percentage from your final sale ( maybe 2 percent less than now) if they want to defeat the eBay final boss. The list goes on but I want them to start here. Maybe more incentives/deals discounts/rewards and badges for top sellers too!

[@user-dl8uy6qn8d]

Dude, you’ve been really killing it here on KZbin, I’m happy for you. 👀😎

[@smuk123]

I feel like i can trust jake blindfolded into anything and come out with a return on investment.

[@CommanderJona]

I have been doing that for single cards and every single one of them is up in value, but keep in mind that good looking/special cards often climb in value over time. The cards I bought were Pikachu SWSH020 Bird trio SM210 and all of the jpn Pikachu promo cards he got! And I learned that importing stuff from Japan is often cheaper than buying from a local seller.

[@adamcogan211]

Loving the new back drop! Also, any tips for selling internationally? I live in Ireland and we have a much smaller base then say Asia, the US or UK. While I 100% agree that people are more likely to buy when shipping is free, it’s not always the best to do in case you are shipping quite a long distance, especially with Covid. Any recommendations? I’ve been watching your channel for a long time now and you are what got me back into the hobby so thanks for all the great content and advice!

[@TwicebakedJake]

International shipping is a massive pain right now. I have orders delayed and missing all the time. You can ship internationally but do consider the added risk.

[@NGB96]

Glad I’m not the only one that uses Mercari. I’ve made $1500 selling cards in the past few months

[@abelvivanco7]

Finally a trusted source on how to , thank you.

[@ic7846]

These are some legitimately solid tips! Not just for selling Pokémon cards, but for selling in general!

[@bassdafader8567]

Jake trying to get with the algorithm I love it

[@jackg5492]

Always enjoy your videos. Informative, interesting and relaxing to listen to

[@alfonso8847]

Thanks for the tip, I like it how you help out everyone in the hobby.

[@Hofi024]

Can´t use Mecari over here in Germany :( Good Video :) Love your Content

[@LordMemesYT]

Just wanted to say thank you for your advice. I usually get impatient and sell once I get an offer, but took your advice of waiting until the right buyer comes! Love the videos and love Mercari myself for selling

[@falconforchrist]

Thanks for the tips! Question, where are the best places to find prices or to have my card appraised?

[@steamingpanda2.177]

I’d rather pay for shipping. Those listings tend to protect cards in bubble mailers. Free shipping they usually just put it in an envelope and card more likely to get damaged

[@macariusfreestyle8521]

Thats up to the seller though too. I received cards in bubble wrap and packed well.

[@xfactoroutdoors165]

Same i charge $4 sometimes $5 and ive had people send me complaints about it im like we'll I send my cards in a sleeve in a small baggie in bubble wrap in a box to insure protection. It costs me about 3.50 to ship and then my expenses in packaging material and gas and time taking it to the post office. I dont think asking $4-$5 is out of the question. If they dont like it I can always offer them free shipping and send it in an envelope an say good luck buddy. Hope it makes it lol

[@winnieliu8500]

Jake thank you very much for this information. I spent like $200 on shining fates and bc of pandemic it still hasn’t arrived yet. I say this bc I’m very new to selling cards but now I can use this info to make sure I don’t lose my money.

[@kantokid9378]

I've been selling on ebay and I hate it cuz the fees are ridiculous and I don't get my money till 4 days after I sold my item.

[@Fogelvatten]

I sell from Sweden on ebay and I have to pay 17% in fees and wait 3 weeks for my money to come

[@kantokid9378]

@@Fogelvatten omg that's bad there has to be better ways.

[@Fogelvatten]

Yes there are a swedish version of ebay with low feed and instant money, but if you wanna get a worldwide reach you have to use ebay

[@777bl9]

try facebook marketing

[@kelurd9059]

Hey jake! Love ur videos, very informative and helpful and im just getting into collecting again and ur vids have been helpful

[@MCOD1999UK]

eBay tip: You can't get below 5* feedback on an item for postage charges if you have free postage and packaging.

[@RPGsLifeAdventure]

Thanks again for the tips. I don't sell cards but I am definitely very picky and do research any card I am trying to purchase! :)

[@michaelburt8890]

Watched this video, put a card on offer up for sale and immediately got a send me your cell number. Boy I'm glad I watched this video 😂

[@furtnot3441]

nice vid jake!

[@Beans726kbt]

Thanks for doing these videos

[@f.prince6642]

Nice 20th anniversary ETB. I have a few of those still too

[@iatemyphonegaming]

Mercari sounds awesome. Lately I've been having issues with eBay. My products don't seem to be getting seen, though in the past I was able to attract plenty of attention. I'm a 100% seller, and use promoted listings. In any case, I'll definitely give Mercari a try.

[@drJuice23]

I am working on an online store.. GREAT TIPS JAKE!

[@picrosspixel211]

For people in the comments, I’m new to collecting what sites are good to use for selling, I’ve been thinking about Ebay but idk y’all got any suggestions

[@Ridge_Monster]

I’ve never done it but I know TCG player is a pretty popular place to sell/buy

[@picrosspixel211]

@@Ridge_Monster Ah ok, I’ll look into, thx mate

[@pocketmonsterdom1579]

Hey Jake, just commenting to suggest people do-not use a white backround for their single cards. A black or darker background is preferable, since you can't see the edge wear with the white backround. Love the vids man!

[@TwicebakedJake]

I supposed that's true for singles. I'm also thinking about graded cards and sealed products.

[@pocketmonsterdom1579]

@@TwicebakedJake I just know when I'm buying singles and there is a white backround, I feel like they're trying to pass off a bad card. It's a good idea to have a bright backround though as a sales strategy!

[@les3316]

You the man Jake thanks for this was right on time

[@Xeodes]

Favorite vids for the hobby

[@HuntingForRares]

Great tips as always Jake. Keep up the useful content!

[@Robert-ig3sn]

Good evening Mr. Jake. Thank you,for your honest and knowledgeable videos on Pokémon cards. You conduct yourself in a very professional & respectful manner. I am going to check out Mercari,thanks to you,& find out some information on the cards that my wife and I found cleaning our house.We came across a box of Pokémon & metal boxes of Yu-Gi-Oh! cards. When I’m ready to unload these cards, You will be the first person I will contact to see if you will be interested in the cards.Let me know, and I will post some pictures if you would like.Keep up the good work young man.Robert

[@raikoupokemon6118]

I just started selling on ebay this week. I sold my first card in a few days. It was a shining ho oh.

[@ZBatt1]

Id stick with mercari for selling, you can directly message your buyers and send offers every day

[@raikoupokemon6118]

@@ZBatt1 I prefer ebay because Its the most popular place to sell and buy Pokemon cards. Thare are a lot more serious collectors on ebay then mercari , If you are just getting rid of stuff like old baby clothes and tools Mercari would definitely be the way to go but for high end and rare Pokemon collectables ebay just has a much larger amount of People looking for that stuff so It sells mutch faster.

[@agalik1295]

As someone who regularly sells and buys off Mercari I love it! Selling or buying at market price it tough at times though because of the fees that that take out for each purchase can get steep.

[@PucknGoat]

This helped me so much thanks❤

[@naomi.hhowlett89]

Great video thanks for the tips! Maybe a random question but what do you think is the best way to package and send the cards?

[@heathermcgraw2522]

Thank you for your great tips! They were very helpful! Where do you recommend searching for the best market prices of your cards? Is there an app you would suggest?

[@carlylev7940]

Love ❤️ your content Jake! Always staying on Top of Pokémon investments!

[@carlylev7940]

Do you ever bid on a card Jake?

[@TwicebakedJake]

I do bid on cards all the time

[@macariusfreestyle8521]

I don't mind buying lightly scratched card. Or bent card if its a rare and going for a decent price. It also gives it character if its yours original owner. Just my take.

[@666JEDIMINDTRICKS666]

Thought it was going to be a manscaped advert! 😁

[@nikola5544]

Cards on white backgrounds i don't like at all. Sometimes hard to notice whitening on the sides. I stay away from those for the most part - but always a good idea to ask for more pics if unsure

[@ZachBinder95]

I actually disagreed with the shipping. I am more inclined to purchase a card if it looks cheaper at first glance

[@XafiroX]

Do you still make the purchase after knowing the shipping cost? Even if the product ends up being more expensive than the one w/ ship already included?

[@ZachBinder95]

@@XafiroX yes its its less than $5

[@rickyflair4516]

Just sold at yard sale and did pretty well

[@jazung]

Thanks for another great vid!

[@tyler2time]

Thoughts on the Frosted Bou video Jake? At one point your thumbnails are featured a lot. Asking as someone who is a fan of you both.

[@romanthebully6625]

I just found my childhood collection. I’m torn on if I should sell them or not.

[@arceus9319]

Hi I pulled shiny charizard and I wanna know how much it's worth

[@jameskirk3352]

Great tips Jake- thanks!

[@_.Cruz0]

Yay a new video i want to sell my pokemon cards but idk how any one want to buy them ? I need them off my hands

[@horseyhorse7603]

Got any trainer cards?👀

[@_.Cruz0]

@@horseyhorse7603 uh yes I think like 3

[@horseyhorse7603]

Do you have a ebay or mercari if so drop your handle please, or even a social media so i can see what you have :)

[@_.Cruz0]

@@horseyhorse7603 uh I don't have those but ill make an account and ill drop some pics if that's fine ??

[@horseyhorse7603]

Sounds perfect thanks homie

[@homerof.2331]

Might have to give Mercari a try!

[@josephthao5439]

Very informative. especially in today’s market.

[@Nagichan]

Great informative video!:)

[@amazingness26]

I got a card shipped to me in between pieces of papa John's pizza box and the cards kinda smelled of pizza lol.

[@macariusfreestyle8521]

Lol wow

[@Wolfci]

Jake baked twice before the post😂

[@XENOS_Indie_Game_Dev]

A lot of Ebay sellers don't really care about taking good clear photos of what they're selling. It's not going to change because apparently it's not worth their effort to have a good photo, lol. My tip for photos is to take "detailed" photos of the item, like if there is a defect, take a photo of that and note it in the auction. Conversely, if the packaging is flawless, then take photos showing that too. Also, if you can scan your card, that would be the best method of getting the highest quality photo of your card. As a buyer, I like free shipping, but I've had strange results when I offered free shipping. It didn't affect sales. I made more sales when they paid for shipping, lol. The other thing with paying for shipping is the option to add insurance. I've never had issues selling "off the platform." It's been so successful that the "platform" is blocking private messages, lol. Of course they don't make their money when you don't sell through them, so don't hide that bias.

[@Poprocks1794]

I've been wanting to sell my Pokemon cards, but am debating whether to send them into PSA or CGC to get them graded.

[@TwicebakedJake]

Both grading services are very solid

[@josejarquin4828]

I heard PSA rose their prices recently for the same turn around times lol

[@ultra8380]

you’re going to wait forever ♾

[@MsFan4Life]

@@josejarquin4828 cgc is a little more strict on their grading and worth a little bit less I believe but they do have a faster turn around right now. I personally use psa because I'm not in a rush but now that they doubled the price I might reconsider

[@ptc2307]

PSA have just doubled their price to $20 a card for the cheapest/ slowest option. So if you are looking to sell for the maximum profit I'd recommend you make an excel table to weigh up if the profit if they're sold ungraded is significantly lower than profit on an estimated grade for each card! factor in all the selling & shipping fees. Also factor in Upcharge costs from PSA. If you don't know what these are find out! Then you just put the two calculations side by side (or 3 if you want to compare CGC also), some cards will lose expected value by getting them graded and others will increase it. Also bear in mind the wait times are around 10 months atm! I was going to send off 250 cards but since this news I have recalculated and I'm now only sending 150.

[@creed5]

I dont look at the free shipping listing sometimes because sometimes the price is even more and I have to pay a bit more taxes on that big price tag rather than a low priced with no free shipping

[@jakefrompallettown8181]

That's exactly how I sell personally is cheap shipping but not free if rather charge less on the card.

[@calvinlicuanan2803]

start of the video 2:27

[@akshayramji3282]

I prefer ebay for cards a lot. The 51c ebay tracked envelope is a game changer. I can sell cheaper cards more and actually get sales.

[@aleetee2003]

Dollar Tree has white poster board which works very well for a background.

[@Kangasconrad]

I was just on Mercari before watching this.

[@devenderbutani80]

Your advice is really valuable to us.

[@Flossboyss]

Thank you man. Great video I mean that

[@GoofyAhhMods]

I think holding the card or using a playmat looks fine Is long as you hold the card right

[@Samuel_Deburggraeve]

Thx for all of the goood info buddy!

[@hyperterm2655]

Outside the market place and via PayPal has basically the same protection. Providing you have a clear details and audit trail of comms..

[@StonedNLethal]

Should I be sitting on evolutions packs longer or sell now? Just looking for opinion if thinking will keep appreciating in near future.

[@Oz__MTG]

Yes❗️🙂 absolutely agree, mercari is extremely good for Pokémon cards. I myself buy and sell there all the time.

[@AndrewStreet]

Thanks dude! Curious, do you think it’s a better idea to sell of modern collections right now while the market is crazy and buy back later or just hold? I’m talking about chase cards from the past 2 years of sets.

[@godpromandudegpmd8151]

Would you be interested in buying a 1995 Italian Machoke? If not, how much should I sell it for, as I am getting mixed results from my research?

[@The_Novelo_Podcast]

I plan on selling my Pokémon cards I’ve had them in a tin can for 6 years collecting dust in my storage unit now and I have to find a use for them somehow especially in the current era we live in

[@one-piece-chicken-combo]

Great informational video ❤

[@AmbrotosArkhon]

Mercari is awesome, just be careful to not sell too much before upgrading your account limit. I'm learning this the hard way.

[@KrygerWolf]

If you or anyone reading this can tell me what's the box on your shelve behind you on your left / my right with Marine on the front called?? BTW love your 3 graded packs on the top shelve. I'm getting back into Collecting Pokémon and my store sales out day 1 of restock which sucks.

[@DOMTHEDOG]

What would you buy my mega charazard ex full art for?

[@srfn1253]

Niccee you got a sponsorship with mercari congrats!!

[@pokehalo3972]

Love the Videos! btw if your selling that generations ETB im intersted ; )