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Finance

A collection of 56 posts

Managing the FOMO
Finance

Managing the FOMO

Summer's a great time for chilling. So why let FOMO make you all anxious? Cliff Daigle has some tips for living through the constant release cycle without losing your mind.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
5 min read
The List, Remastered
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The List, Remastered

Cliff Daigle runs some numbers around The List changes introduced in Streets of New Capenna. Will prices flatten over time for the chase cards? And what about even Stranger Things?

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
2021 in Review: Buy, Sell, Hold (Pt. 3 MH2 Edition)
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2021 in Review: Buy, Sell, Hold (Pt. 3 MH2 Edition)

Part three of Chris Martin's 2021 in review has been released from Patreon jail!

  • Chris Martin
    Chris Martin
6 min read
Learning a New Rule
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Learning a New Rule

The combined forces of a global pandemix and project booster fun have required sharp speculators to adopt a new rule in order to maximize gains. Are you buying this smart?

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
2021 in Review: Buy, Sell, Hold (Pt. 2)
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2021 in Review: Buy, Sell, Hold (Pt. 2)

Part 2 of Chris Martin's financial review of 2021 continues the deep dive into last year's best opportunities.

  • Chris Martin
    Chris Martin
8 min read
How to Liquidate a Collection
Finance

How to Liquidate a Collection

Sooner or later, almost all Magic players at least think about selling their collection. Cliff Daigle talks about times he's done so, and understanding which approach is best for you.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
2021 in Review: Buy, Sell, Hold (Pt. 1)
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2021 in Review: Buy, Sell, Hold (Pt. 1)

In the first part of his 3-part series, Chris Martin shares which cards printed in 2021 you should buy, sell, or hold.

  • Chris Martin
    Chris Martin
11 min read
The Financial Hierarchy of Formats
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The Financial Hierarchy of Formats

Cliff Daigle shares a hierarchy of formats and explains how they relate to price movement or staleness, especially over the last two years.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
Lessons from the Pandemic
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Lessons from the Pandemic

As well all begin to yet again watch another curve that has nothing to do with mana, Cliff Daigle reflects back on what the pandemic has meant for Magic: the Gathering.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
Secret Lairs and Value
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Secret Lairs and Value

Cliff Daigle is back with another rock solid evaluation of product EV for current Secret Lair drops, and talks about the introduction of "mega-rare" variants.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
6 min read
If Paper Magic Is Back...
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If Paper Magic Is Back...

Cliff Daigle takes a look at some cards worth picking up as in person play begins to pick up across multiple formats.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
5 min read
Uncommon (and Common) Value!
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Uncommon (and Common) Value!

Sometimes we get common and uncommon Magic cards that are a real finance opportunity. Cliff Daigle explains three hot choices from Innistrad: Midnight Hunt.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
The Out of Time Superdrop - Is It Worth It?
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The Out of Time Superdrop - Is It Worth It?

Cliff Daigle examines the latest Secret Lairs with an eye on the finance. Is the Out of Time Superdrop worth it?

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
6 min read
The Things Everyone Should Know (But Don't)
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The Things Everyone Should Know (But Don't)

Every so often it's a good idea to cover some of the finance basics for people just now getting started. Cliff Daigle does so with this month's article.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
5 min read
Planning for the Return
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Planning for the Return

Cliff Daigle shares his advice on smart pickups across multiple formats, as Magic approaches the return of in-person play, Standard rotation, and strong supplemental products.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
The Lotus Effect Isn't Real
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The Lotus Effect Isn't Real

These are unprecedented times for Magic Finance, as we see chase cards and special treatments with higher scarcity than ever before. Cliff Daigle discusses lessons learned in this new era.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
5 min read
The Mystical Archive and You
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The Mystical Archive and You

Cliff Daigle opens up the Mystical Archive, discussing both the wide variety of printings and how pack collation impacts availability of certain cards.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
When To Get What You Want
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When To Get What You Want

Cliff Daigle amends his rules, adapting to scarcity designed into recent Magic sets like Time Spiral Remastered.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
5 min read
Value x Time x Percentages
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Value x Time x Percentages

Cliff Daigle is swapping out his fetches and explains how Cardsphere tags help him find the best way to do so.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
Take a Deep Breath
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Take a Deep Breath

Cliff Daigle examines the confluence of events that have led to recent price spikes in the collectibles market. What comes after Wheel?

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
Avoiding the Hype Cycle
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Avoiding the Hype Cycle

We've all seen hype cycle hit when a new legend provides clear build around direction. What's the best reaction from the financial perspective? Cliff Daigle shares his thoughts.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
5 min read
Learning From the Lotus
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Learning From the Lotus

The massive price drop of Jeweled Lotus should have been predictable. Cliff Daigle compares it to other times we should have learned our lesson.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
5 min read
Surviving The Age Of Reprints
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Surviving The Age Of Reprints

WotC is reprinting cards like never before. What does this mean for players who pay for their hobby via magic finance?

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
5 min read
Double Time!
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Double Time!

Cliff Daigle looks at cards from Double Masters that should be picked up before prices climb. Whether an EDH player or speculator, the right time is now.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
5 min read
Casting With Overload
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Casting With Overload

What do you do when there's been a flood of sets with no in-person play? Cliff Daigle has some ideas.

  • Cliff Daigle
    Cliff Daigle
4 min read
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