I usually sell redemptions because then I know I have the money in hand. If the redemption gets messed up by the company (which seems to happen too often lately), it is no longer my problem. People knows these risks going in to buying redemptions on the bay or elsewhere, but it the safest thing you can do on your end if you do not want the card for yourself.
I appreciate Chicago players that begin competing within the city's sports organizations and stay with these teams throughout their careers.