Casey walks through how to spot fake photocards and avoid scammers. Ask for a timestamped video showing the card next to a note with the buyer's name, use PayPal Goods & Services, and check community blacklists on social media before buying.
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Dealing with scammers is every collector's nightmare. I'm Casey, and today we are breaking down how to protect your collection and your cash. Watch out for stolen photos. If the lighting changes between a seller's posts, they likely swiped those images from another collector's feed. Always demand a timestamped video. A real seller will have no problem showing the card moving next to a handwritten note with your name. Never use unprotected payment methods with strangers. Stick to PayPal Goods and Services to ensure you have buyer protection. Check the community blacklists. Other collectors often share the names of known scammers on social media to keep the community safe. Being a smart collector means being a skeptical one. Protect your money so you can spend it on the cards you actually love. If this helped your collecting, please support the channel and subscribe for more.