Shops base offers on current resale value minus the margin they need to run the business. They look at recent "sold" prices (not asking prices), condition, how quickly the card is likely to sell, and their existing stock. Fast-moving, in-demand cards get closer to full value; slow sellers and bulk commons get much less. A shop that pays too close to resale can't stay open, so a fair offer is typically a percentage of market — higher for liquid, high-end cards and lower for bulk. Knowing rough values before you go helps you recognize a fair deal, and getting offers from a couple of shops is smart for larger collections.
Updated Jul 13, 2026