(02-10-2016, 01:58 PM)djohn Wrote: It really depends on what you have in terms of volume and value. You might actually try calling some card shops in the Dallas area to see if they know of any Randy White collectors that might be interested in buying a large collection. That would be the first thing that I would do, as phone calls are easy and if there is even a little interest you will definitely get more money than you would from listing on eBay.
Sage advice! This should definitely be your starting point.
I'm not a fan of COMC. As mentioned it taskes too long and really doesn't work in your favor. Some people like it but I have found that they are usually dealers in the latest and greatest fad players or the eternal super stars.
Craigslist...no.
If you do end up selling them on ebay, a method I have always found great success with is
1. I begin by selling everything individually; always more money if you can sell them solo. I then let those items ride for a few auction cycles.
2. After that I start combining into various groups, i.e. inserts, parallels, rookie year, etc. I usually do this only with low end at first, keeping higher end items solo for a while longer. In your case you have one player so your choices are a little more limited; easier for you!
3. I then take what is left and lump it together in larger lots, eventually adding any higher end stuff that is left, and this continues until it is all gone.
I will say that I have never tried it exclusively with a solo player all the way through, but I do always make it through a few steps with individual players. Team lots and such would be my last ditch effort but honestly...I have never made it that far.
Also, I am willing to start my auctions low. Don't let greed interfere with your goals. Most of us do not get into this hobby to make a profit. If we happen to make a little money along the way that is a bonus, but it is not the drive. When I decide to exit the hobby you can bet I'm dumping it ALL with the expectation of a loss. But you can also bet that I will take that money to the bank with a smile!
In the meantime, until they are all gone, consider loading what you have on Sports Card Album. It costs nothing and you can attach a selling price to the card. The start posting on all the boards that you are selling everything and provide a link to the album. As you sell items on ebay or wherever, just start deleting them or moving them to a "SOLD" album. Again...there are ZERO fees. what you sell the card for is what you get. Why more people don't use that site is beyond me. And no, I do not work for them.
Best to you, man! Whatever way you decide to tackle this, I hope you do well and are happy with the results in the end.