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Is the PSA Grading Slowdown GOOD for the Hobby? | National Card Show Tips & DCS on FIRE!
Is the current grading slowdown actually GOOD for the sports card hobby?
In this episode of the Collector Investor Podcast, Chris and Jeremy (The Texas Snowman) dive into one of the hottest debates in the hobby.
We discuss:
✅ Why grading costs and turnaround times may actually help the hobby
✅ Dallas Card Show vs Fanatics Fest vs West Coast Card Show
✅ Will Fanatics Fest ever replace The National?
✅ Should collectors stop grading so many modern cards?
✅ Selling raw cards vs grading in today's market
✅ Tips for attending The National Sports Collectors Convention
✅ Listener Q&A about collecting a rare 1911 M116 Sporting Life set
Whether you're a vintage collector, modern investor, dealer, or hobby enthusiast, this episode covers some of the biggest topics heading into The National.
👇 Let us know in the comments: Is the grading slowdown GOOD or BAD for the hobby?