Paying Up: Rarity, Scarcity, and Conviction in Collecting

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In this Thanksgiving week flagship episode of Stacking Slabs, Brett dives into the mindset of paying up for rare and scarce cards. He shares personal stories about adding key pieces to his collection and unpacks the psychology behind true collector conviction. From understanding the differences between rarity and scarcity to embracing flexibility when navigating last comps, this episode offers actionable insights for collectors of all levels. What cards in your collection are worth paying up for? Listen in and reflect on what drives your collecting decisions.

Timestamps:

• 0:00 – Thanksgiving reflections and goals: 10,000 calories and football
• 4:40 – Why consistency matters in the collecting journey
• 5:30 – Paying up: The mindset and why it matters
• 6:25 – Personal examples of paying up for rare cards
• 11:00 – Breaking down rarity vs. scarcity and their impact on card values
• 17:50 – The role of conviction in paying up
• 21:00 – How emotional connection influences collecting decisions
• 22:45 – Rarity and scarcity in action: Market dynamics and collector behavior
• 25:00 – Reflecting on your collection: What’s worth paying up for?

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