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Guides & How-To · Feb 23, 2026

MTG Commander on a Budget: How to Build Powerful Decks Without Breaking the Bank

Commander is Magic's most popular format — and one of its most expensive. But you don't need a $500 mana base to build a deck that wins games. Here's how to play competitive Comm…

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Events & Recaps · Feb 22, 2026

What to Expect at Your First Card Show

Card shows are where the hobby comes alive — rows of vendors, deals on singles, and the thrill of flipping through boxes you've never seen before. Here's everything you need to k…

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Guides & How-To · Feb 22, 2026

How to Start Collecting Basketball Cards: A Beginner's Guide

New to basketball cards? Welcome to one of the most exciting hobbies around. Here's everything you need to know to start your collection the right way — from choosing your first …

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Events & Recaps · Feb 21, 2026

2026 Card Show Calendar: Your Guide to the Year's Biggest Events

From The National to local weekend shows, 2026 is packed with events for card collectors. Here's your comprehensive guide to planning your card show calendar for the year.

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Guides & How-To · Feb 21, 2026

How to Find the Best Baseball Card Shops Near You

Looking for a local card shop to buy, sell, or trade baseball cards? Here's how to find the best shops in your area and what to look for when you walk through the door.

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Collecting Tips · Feb 20, 2026

Understanding PSA Pop Reports: A Collector's Secret Weapon

PSA population reports are one of the most powerful — and most overlooked — tools in a card collector's arsenal. Here's how to read them, what they tell you, and how to use the…

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Collecting Tips · Feb 19, 2026

Best Basketball Cards to Invest In: Smart Picks for Every Budget

Basketball card investing blends sports passion with financial strategy. From blue-chip LeBron rookies to high-upside Wembanyama hits, here are the smartest basketball card investm…

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Guides & How-To · Feb 18, 2026

The Best Cities for Card Collecting in America

Not all cities are created equal when it comes to the card hobby. Some have incredible shop density, regular card shows, and thriving collector communities. Here are the standout c…

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Collecting Tips · Feb 18, 2026

Charizard Pokémon Cards: The Complete Collector's Guide to the Hobby's King

No Pokémon dominates the card market like Charizard. From the iconic 1st Edition Base Set holo to modern Special Illustration Rares, here's everything you need to know about colle…

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Guides & How-To · Feb 18, 2026

How to Grade Baseball Cards: A Complete Guide to PSA, BGS, SGC and More

Card grading can multiply a card's value dramatically — but it can also be confusing for newcomers. Here's everything you need to know about grading baseball cards, from choosing…

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Hobby News · Feb 18, 2026

The $16.49 Million Pikachu: Logan Paul's Record-Shattering Sale Explained

On February 16, 2026, a single Pokémon card shook the entire hobby world. Logan Paul's 1998 Pikachu Illustrator — graded PSA 10 and certified by Guinness World Records — sold …

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Guides & How-To · Feb 16, 2026

Basketball Cards Worth Money: How to Find Valuable Cards in Your Collection

From vintage Michael Jordan rookies to modern Cooper Flagg hits, basketball cards are commanding serious prices. Here's how to identify which cards in your collection might be wort…

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