Collector resources

Free tools and guides for buying, selling and trading cards.

Free tools

  • Fee calculator — /fee-calculator
  • Seller payout calculator — /seller-payout-calculator
  • Card trade comparison — /card-trade-calculator
  • Shipping cost estimator — /shipping-cost-estimator

How to Use a Pokémon Card Middleman Service

A step-by-step walkthrough of a managed card deal, from agreeing terms to delivery.

How Much Does a Pokémon Card Middleman Cost?

Our default fee is 7.5% of the completed sale price with a $10 minimum. Here is how it is calculated.

How to Sell Pokémon Cards Through Facebook Groups

Found a buyer in a Facebook group? Here is how to complete the sale without either side going first on trust.

How to Safely Trade Pokémon Cards Through the Mail

Card-for-card trades with someone in another state: agreeing terms, declared values and shipping.

Common Online Trading Card Scams

Patterns to recognize before you send money or cards to someone you met online.

How to Ship Valuable Pokémon Cards

Packing, carriers and documentation for higher-value cards.

We facilitate transactions, coordinate shipping and document packages. We do not authenticate, grade or appraise cards, and we do not guarantee authenticity. Item descriptions and photos are supplied by sellers.

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