Need CASH for the National ? You'll love this one time offer

Probstein123 · July 9, 2011 11:02PM

we started an earlier thread stating that we'd accept ebay consignments at the National where YOU GET 95% of the net profit....lots of positive response...

we received several phone calls stating that they need CASH for the National...( understood )

so here are the conditions for getting CASH for the National - YOU GET 95% of the net profit...

1) Today is July 10th, all consignments to be sold thru our ebay site as 7 day auctions must be received by no later than Thursday, JULY 21st
2a) Ship items for consignments to
Rick Probstein
298 Terhune Ave
Passaic NJ 07055
2b) REPLY to this thread stating that you want to receive CASH at the National.
3) All auctions will run as 7 day auctions....All auctions will end no later than July 28th....no worries...we will have CASH for you at booth #1033
4) YOU GET 95% of the net profit on net profits above $25.00 auctions....below $25.00 auctions, we are offering 90% of the net profit ( after ebay and paypal fees )
5) This one time offer is for the next ten days ONLY.....
6) Please call me at 973 594 8222 if you have specific questions....

miconelegacy · July 9, 2011 11:29PM

Once again Rick just an incredible offer and great idea. I have shipment 15 going out to you tomorrow. I'll also get one more out before the 21st for some cash at the National.

Great stuff!!

TNP777 · July 10, 2011 12:11AM

Rick, from what I've read, you seem like a good guy to deal with - honest and fair. Having said that, this may be seen as an unpopular question by those you deal with, but here goes anyway. Why is it acceptable for you to promote your services outside of the proper forum? Anyone else who pimps/spams their product/services here gets called on it, and rightfully so. Why do you get a pass? Your prospective customers are well familiar with the BST Forum.

Honest question, btw.

gameusedhoop · July 10, 2011 12:19AM

Never bought from Rick, so I have no dog in the fight (sorry Mike Vick). I would think that Rick is offering a service, just like Bobby from VCP. He is not actually posting cards for sale here. The guys that had paintings and other artwork have had a pass here too.

In fact I think he should have a clickable link to his ebay stuff in his signature line, not just the web addie. Most here do this too and it is perfectly acceptable, if you don't want to go, don't click, but it is easier than doing the cut and paste.

itzagoner · July 10, 2011 12:30AM

it's a fine line, we all need to take a step back once in awhile and just accept that it's not a blatant attempt to spam the forum.

people post here about amazing finds, gonna get 'em graded!!, check out this awesome card!!, i know and old guy with a monster collection!!, etc, etc., and it often leads to transacting amongst members.

Rick is just flexing his muscles.

miconelegacy · July 10, 2011 12:31AM

Bored, huh?

itzagoner · July 10, 2011 12:31AM

nah. indifferent.

MrVintage · July 10, 2011 12:32AM

Rick is absolutely AWESOME to deal with!!!!! I highly recomend people to take advantage of this offer.

MBMiller25 · July 10, 2011 12:36AM

Rick, PM Sent

stevek · July 10, 2011 12:43AM

Regardless of whether it's considered spam or not considered spam...it's a heckuva deal for an honest, respected seller such as Rick to offer only 5% commission on a consignment sale.

I'm sure I need the money more than Rick (LOL) but even I wouldn't do all that work for a measly 5%, and it is a lot of work doing the scans, taking the pics, typing the descriptions, shipping the orders, corresponding with the buyers, etc, etc.

If I was looking to sell some cards thru a consignment seller, I'd take advantage of this deal in a heartbeat.

milbroco · July 10, 2011 1:49AM

Sorry but I see no problem with this gesture. To me it seems like he is just trying to help fellow collectors. If I was going to the National I would not hesitate to take him up on this offer.

Like stevek said, it is a lot of work doing scans, taking pics, listing the item, and so on. I am sure when you take into consideration all the time and effort, 5% is a bargain for you and maybe even a loss for him.

My only question is what if the card does not sell. Do you need to pay the listing fee before getting your card back?

I just wish I was going to the National so I could take him up on the offer.

Bob

MULLINS5 · July 10, 2011 2:16AM

TNP, I understand what you're saying -- and you're right it's an honest question.

I don't think it's any different than group subs or group rips. Such services benefit the board "group" as a whole.

Plus, Rick contributes much more than the occasional offer -- he chimes in on plenty of threads here.

cpamike · July 10, 2011 2:59AM

<< TNP, I understand what you're saying -- and you're right it's an honest question.

I don't think it's any different than group subs or group rips. Such services benefit the board "group" as a whole.

Plus, Rick contributes much more than the occasional offer -- he chimes in on plenty of threads here. >>

+1

He also has a pretty sweet Gretzky too.

miconelegacy · July 10, 2011 3:20AM

Well "we" talked it over, and "we" disagree with you or we. So "we" think it's time to debate over something else.

"we" thank you in advance.

Sportsamerica · July 10, 2011 3:34AM

<< Well "we" talked it over, and "we" disagree with you or we. So "we" think it's time to debate over something else.

"we" thank you in advance. >>

"we" agree with you.

itzagoner · July 10, 2011 3:38AM

go easy on Sybil. you don't want the evil one to start stalking you.

1967PontiacFirebird · July 10, 2011 3:44AM

Rick just sold some nice stuff for myself and Mr. Vintage and we have more stuff for him to sell. He lists stuff fast and effectively. I think it also benefits the National for him to have the money there for people to pick up because there is a great chance that it will be spread to the dealers at the show. The more cash flow, the better for the hobby.lol(sad that's what the hobby has almost came to). I hopefully have a pretty big item coming up for you Rick in the next week. I just gotta get it back from BGS.

CNote · July 10, 2011 3:52AM

<< Well "we" talked it over, and "we" disagree with you or we. So "we" think it's time to debate over something else.

"we" thank you in advance. >>

Awesome.

Dboneesq · July 10, 2011 4:02AM

Well "we" talked it over, and "we" disagree with you or we. So "we" think it's time to debate over something else.
"we" thank you in advance.

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NickM · July 10, 2011 4:05AM

IMO the original post belongs on this board rather than the BST board. It's a general card-related service, not a specific card/group of cards transaction offer. I don't want this type of post on the BST board, because it pushes down the card deals that I look for on that board. Similarly, a snipe service offer, sports card magazine subscription offer, ebay-competitive venue announcement, etc. belongs on this board rather than BST.

Buyers and sellers likely appreciate their posts not being pushed off the first page of BST by threads that aren't for direct card transactions.

Nick

Dpeck100 · July 10, 2011 4:33AM

Rick is someone import to the card collecting hobby.

If anything he is helping collectors on this board so I say move on.

His shipping is just as fast as mine and in all honesty that says a lot.

I think it is great to have a major player posting on these boards.

Good luck at the National Rick!!

ahkmedbinladen · July 10, 2011 6:50AM

A nice service IMO...but I had to chuckle when he is mentioned as a "major player". He is definitely a major "player"

MULLINS5 · July 10, 2011 9:07AM

<< 

<< TNP, I understand what you're saying -- and you're right it's an honest question.

I don't think it's any different than group subs or group rips. Such services benefit the board "group" as a whole.

Plus, Rick contributes much more than the occasional offer -- he chimes in on plenty of threads here. >>

+1

He also has a pretty sweet Gretzky too.

>>

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Probstein123 · July 10, 2011 10:14PM

we are bringing our 1979 OPC Gretzky RC SGC 98 Gem 10 POP 1 to the National - Come see it at booth #1033

2 quick questions:
1) do you think it will cross to a PSA 10 ?
2) would you rather have it become a PSA 10 POP 2 ( there is only 1 PSA 10 currently )
or have it remain the only SGC 98 10 ( currently POP 1 ) ?

LodiBrewFan · July 11, 2011 12:50AM

1. I say no, I just think that an underlying bias would prevent it from going into a PSA 10 holder.

2. I would leave it as is, it has the perfect grade and your name on it, does it get better than that?

miconelegacy · July 11, 2011 1:19AM

It's an incredible card, and compared to the PSA 10 it has been discussed at length that yours is a better example of a GEM. It very well may cross making it a Pop 2, but I think having a Pop 1 brings it to another level.

It certainly is a show piece, and will have tons of attention at the National.

It really depends if your keeping it, or selling it. For now leave it as is, and see what happens at the National.

swartz1 · July 11, 2011 1:22AM

No way you are even contemplating this...

Nice card by the way...

cadets68 · July 11, 2011 11:49AM

I will probably be sending you a consignment to get cash at the national. First timer so hope all goes well.

Shawn

MULLINS5 · July 11, 2011 2:19PM

<< we are bringing our 1979 OPC Gretzky RC SGC 98 Gem 10 POP 1 to the National - Come see it at booth #1033

2 quick questions:
1) do you think it will cross to a PSA 10 ?
2) would you rather have it become a PSA 10 POP 2 ( there is only 1 PSA 10 currently )
or have it remain the only SGC 98 10 ( currently POP 1 ) ? >>

1) I think it would cross.

2) Keep it SGC -- IMO the 98 grade is better than the 10. SGC does a better job grading the '79 OPCs.

Probstein123 · July 13, 2011 8:26AM

mini update and final reminder....

1) so far around 10 people have voiced that they'd like to send in consignments for "YOU GET 95%" - CASH at the National
==> THANKS + looking forward!
2) reminder: all consignments to be sold thru our ebay site as 7 day auctions must be received by no later than Thursday, JULY 21st
in order for us to have enough time to make sure we have CASH for you at the NATIONAL...

thanks
rick

cadets68 · July 17, 2011 12:05PM

Mine will go in the mail tomorrow.

Whole bunch of stuff. Low grade stars to high grade nobodies. And all the junk in between.

This will be some of the cards that I have multiples of. Hope it goes well.

So far I have packed up 121 graded cards. I still might add a bunch of raw cards. I will see what fits in the box and how much time I have in the morning.

Shawn

Need CASH for the National ? You'll love this one time offer

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