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The Collector’s Compass #63: What Makes A Card Valuable? | Will Amaral, Hobbycomp
Our newly remastered episode of The Collector's Compass featuring Will Amaral, founder of Hobbycomp, is officially live on all platforms!
What actually makes a sports card valuable, and how much can we trust the numbers behind that value?
Will shares his journey as a collector, what inspired him to launch Hobbycomp, and how he's using AI and market data to help collectors make more informed decisions.
We explore card valuations, comps, scarcity, market trends, and the psychology behind collecting decisions, including confirmation bias, FOMO, hype, and why more information doesn't always lead to better decisions.
We also discuss how better data and greater transparency align with Collectors MD and our philosophy of intentional collecting.
Really appreciate Will's perspective on helping collectors make smarter decisions without losing sight of what makes collecting enjoyable in the first place!
The episode is now available on YouTube and all major audio platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and more.
🎥 Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FuTO843nUEU&t=5s
