How He Started a $62,000/Month Business Selling Sports Cards

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Do you have a passion for collecting? Why not turn it into a career? Jim Sears has been selling baseball cards for more than 15 years and his Turf and Dirt sports trading cards shop is on track to make more than $750K in 2021. If you want to know how to sell baseball cards, you’ll want to watch this video.
Jim Sears started off working for another card shop. He saw a need for a healthier, more positive community for sports card collectors, and Turf and Dirt was born out of this idea in 2019. The pandemic closed their brick-and-mortar months after it opened, forcing them to sell sports cards through their eCommerce shop. That quick thinking kept their basketball card flipping business viable when others were forced to close.
One key to Turf and Dirt’s baseball card flipping success is their sponsorship with the Everett AquaSox, a Seattle Mariners affiliate. Today, we’ll find out how Jim secured that partnership and his advice for networking with sports card investors.
Jim didn’t just want to sell baseball cards when he opened Turf and Dirt-he aimed to build a sports card investor community. The customer side of football card flipping is a big part of any sports card business, and we’ll hear his advice for creating a culture that keeps customers coming back.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:44 How Did Jim Get Started Selling Sports Cards?
2:22 Sports Card Shop Tour
4:09 Initial Investment and Breaking Even
5:08 How To Value Sports Collectible Memorabilia
6:55 How Important Are Relationships In Sports Cards
7:48 Advertising Budget
8:51 Seasonality of the Sports Card Business
10:29 eCommerce Platforms
11:46 Revenue and Profit Margins
12:52 Collectible and Sports Card Store Overview
14:34 Instagram Promotion and Marketing
15:47 Importance of Location
16:32 Building A Collectibles Culture and Community
17:23 Sports Card Shop Organization
18:53 Marketing Strategy
20:31 Sourcing Sports Cards, Collectibles and Memorabilia
22:26 Baseball Cards and Supplies
23:42 Income and Profits
24:43 Card Store Qiosk
25:39 Everett AquaSox Partnership
26:41 Vintage Sports Cards and Collectibles
27:46 Contributors To Success
28:39 Instagram Live
29:40 Work Hours
30:29 Sports Card Business Creativity
32:42 Collectibles Consignment
33:18 Sports Card Business Investing Insight
34:05 Tips and Tricks
35:26 Outro
#sportscards #basketballcardflipping #sellingsportscards

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@UpFlip 3 года назад

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@tobyduke1467 3 года назад

Great video interesting

@williammcmurtrie871 3 года назад

Biggest takeaway is they draw a steady crowd in and they keep working at ways to get more people interested. Plus they seam to be genuine good people just being themselves.

@jonathananderson7990 3 года назад

I literally went to this shop TWO WEEKS AGO!!! Bought a rookie Lamelo Ball and the dude was straight up. Honest and chill. Didn't say a word, I said I'm looking to invest in some Rookie cards to get a collection and profit years down the road...and he didn't correct me "cause I was a prior collector as a young kid and knew what direction to take for later sale" but actually got me some nice Rookie Basketball cards. Rookie James Wisemen, I'm sure he's more of a baseball fan but it was perfect.

@captainactiv 2 года назад

Thing is though now after the boom $5000 won't get you started, it'd be more like 15-20k. Y'all opened this shop at the absolute best time to do it. Congrats, awesome looking shop.

@marcspardello1254 2 года назад

@@captainactiv HI Darth, serious question. When you say $15-20K to get started is that including the inventory? It seems like he has a ton of cards, or are you just talking about displays and signage for the store...thank you for you response in advance

@nickswf 2 года назад

The Card Boom is real. Props to those who can afford it and having fun collecting.(and those profiting) I feel bad for those people addicted to breaks and boxes that it's making them broke. I collect casually now and stick to single cards - if you go down the rabbit hole, a lot of your cash will be gone and cause you anxiety. Be responsible folks.. it's a hobby. Don't lose your life over cardboard!

@UpFlip 2 года назад

How big is your collection? :)

@rmi8975 2 года назад

100% on the gambling addiction component. Although I've pulled some big cards from breaks, that slope can get slick quick. Good collecting

@andrewcross8244 2 года назад

It seems real-optic boxes going for $500 and not a single good card is in 99.9999999% if you wanna run a card shop you have to have extremely deep pockets. It’s gambling nothing more or less

@Awwiwuvtest 2 года назад

it was real, it died down incredibly

@zachm.3165 2 года назад

It’s still huge though

@austingardner785 2 года назад

First step to opening a sports card store: having a backdoor plug for boxes or having a good bot lol

@moshiimaaa 2 года назад

Or like he said in the video having 3 different distributors is the key to obtaining product. I’m sure a brick and mortar store like theirs takes priority and they don’t even have to go to websites for live drops. They just make a call or place an order to get theirs.

@yumo_media 2 года назад

@@moshiimaaa they do prioritize the brick and mortar stores

@GoodGameGFXCo 2 года назад

Brick & Mortar shops don’t need to bots, and they aren’t hanging around Walmart, or Target, waiting for restocks. They spend $20-$30K a month, on inventory, and deal directly with distributors.

@flyingchimp12 2 года назад

Bot?

@ryandelsignore 2 года назад

@@GoodGameGFXCo do you have any additional info on how to contract a distributor? Thanks

@jerrylor98 3 года назад

I'm 41 years old now, and I started collecting cards when I was 12. I remember going to the card shops and trying to pull mutombos rc cards. I stop collecting cards in the early 2000s because all the card shops in my area close downed because of ebay. It's Great to see card shops opening up again because there's no better feeling then opening up a pack in the shop and landing the player you were chasing for. The industry has change so much, everything is so expensive now..

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Sports cards sure can create wonderful memories. It sure is nice to see some local card shops coming back. Thanks for sharing Jerry!

@brucelee8926 3 года назад

Hedgefunds bought and own PSA . They are slowly destroying the hobby by manipulating the prices. Thousands of collectors will lose lots money within the next 2 years and the hobby will crash. That's what VEGAS DAVE say on his videos

@joealberici8146 3 года назад

Vegas Dave is a dork

@yankees29 2 года назад

I just came back after over 30 years. I expected a price increase but wow!

@justinvickclt 2 года назад

I didn't have a card shop near me, so I had to rely on ripping packs growing up (3 Mutombo Skybox rookies by the way). The internet has increased accessibility to where you can buy what you want when you want it. I agree that the hobby is pricey. I've been reconnecting with those 1980s and 1990s sets I couldn't afford as a kid and going further back in time for less volatile vintage. I'll probably start buying 2021 cards in 10 years!

@BigE7Time 3 года назад

The most awesome, informative video that I’ve ever seen, about anything! Thank you so much for making this. I’ve had in the back of mind about wanting to start my own sports card shop. I would love to make that happen. This video helped me understand a lot. Thank you!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful Brian! Good luck if you do decide to start a local sports card shop (lcs)!

@LA_FOCUS Год назад

He should have saved the $750k he made because now he's out of business and owes over $100k to his customers. You should do an update for businesses like this.

@tayman4301 11 месяцев назад

right...these clowns have no idea either. no investigating to the scammer this guy was....what a clown show.

@derekmarshall2907 10 месяцев назад

I’m interested in hearing the full story? I know the market tanked, but what specifically happened to this business?

@zachvavak4933 2 года назад

this was and EXCELLANT video representation of starting a local card shop. I have watched so very many and this gave me the best view of how it works of any. thanks for this

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful Zach!

@flyingchimp12 2 года назад

I would’ve liked to hear how exactly he got in contact with distributors, what’s the business model in terms of what product he’s looking to buy, and more details on how he got the business up and running. The last one is pretty much always the most important imo. Great video though, very informative, just would’ve liked to hear more details

@justinnalon5820 3 года назад

What a great interview. Went to check to other videos, and saw many interesting videos. You guys should have more following! Underrated channel IMO.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it Justinn! Thank you for the support and we appreciate you.

@MrFolgers 3 года назад

Great video! The interviewer asked really good questions, and had a nice pace. Editing and music were perfect too. Watched the whole thing without feeling the need to skip. The shop owners seem like awesome people. I wish shop owners where I’m from would watch this video and take some tips. Community part of it is so important to me and many seem to not care about that. Well done. Liked and subbed.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Awesome, thank you May! What is your favorite local card shop (lcs) where you live? Thanks for supporting the channel we really appreciate you.

@turfdirtsportscards5428 3 года назад

Thank you - we believe we are everyones LCS no matter where they live. Hopefully we can be your LCS too

@jkh2180 2 года назад

Oh my god it's a card shop that still sells single packs. It's so awesome to see that. Bless them.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

We loved to see that too! Thanks for stopping by!

@joep.-sportscardhobbyist3356 2 года назад

Great video. My card store on eBay has been doing great and it’s nice to hear from others on what’s made them successful. Seem like really genuine people, they’re what make this hobby so great!

@eliandjessica878 2 года назад

I’ve been to their shop twice now and I have to say….THEY ARE AWESOME! My kids, wife and I love to go there. They are so nice, real deal and honest just like he said in the video. They even have a Christmas tree with gifts underneath and let my kids choose one. They got graded cards, autographs, supplies and lots of packs from those gifts. One kid got an autograph Jersey!! I was like , “ holy crap!” So cool. Customers for life! Great selection on everything. You MUST go and visit.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

We completely agree! Thank you for letting us know!

@justinvickclt 2 года назад

I was impressed with how much thought went into every nook and cranny of the store. They have figured out many different ways to appeal to various collectors!

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Indeed! It was awesome to visit there.

@369dusty 2 года назад

Excellent video !! Full of interesting and necessary information ! It all boils down to hard work and perseverance, but the key to success is the info you shared from Turf & Dirt's personal experience they learned in 2 years !!

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@kennethdowns1722 3 года назад

Did nobody watch the interview…? More than half of the comments could be answered. UpFlip; awesome job interviewing Turf and Dirt! Small business’ come and go. With risk comes reward. Jimmy and Stacy found a way to run a small local business and used the tools that were in front of them to help them. That’s called ingenuity. America is the land of opportunity. I’m proud of this shop!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Well said Kenneth. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel!

@patrickhausenfleck9045 3 года назад

People in general love to hear what they already know... For instance.."Telling a gorgeous lady that she's Beautiful"..or "Telling an Athlete who's elite how spectacular they are".

@marcspardello1254 2 года назад

@@UpFlip The "well said" comment is particularly funny in this comment and you know why 🤣

@KK-pm7ud Год назад

Saw you on Sports Card Radio. Prepared to be famous.

@MainelyHockeyCards 3 года назад

Quite inspirational video for us smaller guys! I love hearing a story like this.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it Mainely Hockey Cards! Who is your favorite hockey player to collect? Which hockey teams do you mostly collect sports cards for? Thanks for sharing and we appreciate you supporting the channel and your local card store (lcs).

@MainelyHockeyCards 3 года назад

@@UpFlip My favorite player to collect has changed over the years, and while I can't say I definitely still have a clear-cut number one favorite, I think it's a toss-up between Peter Holland, Jay Bouwmeester, and Henrik Lundqvist. I mostly collect New York Rangers, too, as they're my favorite pro sports team. I will certainly continue to support the channel and my LCS. Thank you for the reply, and keep up the great work!

@rudyinvegas 3 года назад

The overall take away in this video, and in most situations in life, people who work hard like these two, are investing in their own futures and I for one am very impressed! GREAT video @UpFlip!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Great wisdom Rudy. One of the biggest reasons for Jim and Stacy's success is for sure the fact that they are willing to work 80+ hours a week each on their business.

@bobloblaw7030 2 года назад

most people who are rich are born rich, such as donald trump, props to anybody who actually work hard for their riches, very rare

@matthong8028 2 года назад

@@bobloblaw7030 dude it's estimated around 80% of millionaires are self made, research done in 2019 shows that 68% of millionaires with a net worth of $30 mil or more are self made as well. Also, I don't like Donald Trump, but while he was born rich, he's not just living off his parents wealth. He has several business ventures, the biggest ones being Real-estate investment and stock investing. I don't think it's fair to say that he was just born rich and leaving it there, yea he was but he worked for his current assets.

@bobloblaw7030 2 года назад

@@matthong8028 lots is wrong here with what u said......and please dont make me laugh by saying trump earned his riches....he was born filthy rich...and scammed and failed his way upward his entire life

@matthong8028 2 года назад

@@bobloblaw7030 I don't think he's a good person, but how has he scammed his way to success? Also failure is a huge part to success, I've never seen anyone that simply "failed" their way to success

@danielmcallister8942 2 года назад

Awesome video! i work in Bellingham and have heard about this shop, but never been there. I definitely need to take a trip there now. This owner is so freaking likeable!

@UpFlip 2 года назад

It's an incredible store! Have fun!

@jordanashley2837 2 года назад

I enjoyed this episode. This guy was a really cool guy and he seemed like he really cared. I would love to go to his shop if Im ever in the area!

@roberthill3703 2 года назад

I love these videos I am currently in the beginning stages of opening up my own sport's cards and Collectibles shop. This has helped out alot much appreciated.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

This is amazing Robert. Congrats and we wish you all the best. We can't wait see your shop. 😀Have you started a business plan?

@darioxbrow9223 2 года назад

Any news bro?

@dakotalord6562 Год назад

To be in the hobby since I was 10 to now almost being 21 and to see the boom and fluctuation of prices and how much has changed throughout my 10 years is absolutely mind blowing. I remember being a part of an Instagram community and now there’s groups on so many different platforms. I love to see how much success is being achieved. They seem like great people wish them the best for their future!

@AffordablePulls Год назад

same here just turned 21 in april been in since I was around 10 even how the insta community has changed is insane

@pauljanicek1872 3 года назад

I learned a lot...didn’t realize what all was involved with a shop like this. Great work!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful Paul!

@nate1mizzou 2 года назад

Hey, I know you! 🤣

@pauljanicek1872 2 года назад

@@nate1mizzou sorry?

@nate1mizzou 2 года назад

@@pauljanicek1872 Corey and Paul! You’re famous in St Joe!

@pauljanicek1872 2 года назад

@@nate1mizzou hahahah, thanks for the shout out! Better than infamous!

@windsorsportscards7569 2 года назад

That was just an awesome Video ! I’ve been in the sports card business for a short time , I love it in every way , taking it slow and learning all I can ! Thank you for this , loved it 👍

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Super Cool Windsor. We're happy you enjoyed the content. 😀What got you started in the business?

@windsorsportscards7569 2 года назад

@@UpFlip I have always been into sports cards , mostly hockey growing up in Canada , but as an adult I’ve expanded into other sports that I played like football and basketball as well . Currently I am taking baby steps with this and absorbing as much information and knowledge I can , buying and selling , increasing my inventory . Baby steps with the plan to one day open my own shop when I am ready for that step .

@livinwithlt 3 года назад

This was excellent! Cannot wait to run my own card store one day.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

That would be incredible LT! Best of luck on opening up your own local card store (LCS). Where are you located? What is your favorite sport or card collectible?

@livinwithlt 3 года назад

@@UpFlip I'm out in Orange County, CA!! Collect everything and learning from this amazing hobby! I have met some awesome people and I learn everyday. I got a couple more years to retire out of the military and then I hope to have my own shop 😎

@Mufc88 2 года назад

Awesome content and great insight into how to get started and where things can lead to in a short space of time with the right mindset. Class shop.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thank you for being here!

@NYC-SA-Mike 2 года назад

This is one the best productions of the "behind the scenes" look at a LCS I've seen! The organization of Turf & Dirt is incredible. My LCS could take lessons from them. Jimmy was talking about after the "initial" allocation from Topps, e.g., afterwards the price jumps way up or he probably has to go to secondary distributors? Just wait till FANATICS gets hold of the industry!!!!! Thanx for sharing.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it Mike! Thanks for supporting the channel. Jimmy and Stacy are awesome! Let's all support our local small businesses more often!

@ELWOPPO2010 2 года назад

These two are amazing. This would be my dream job. I wish them nothing but success and happiness. Watching from Canada, Maybe one day I'll come visit. Keep up the good work guys 👍

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thank you for watching! We hope you get to do what you love someday!

@hectorestrada7635 2 года назад

Love to see this type of stuff, great video and advice. Love the shop.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thanks Hector! We're glad you enjoyed

@DonBlomdahlHOF 3 года назад

Thanks for this I live about 1 hour south of Bellingham looking forward to visiting Jimmy’s shop yes thanx a million.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Have fun Donald and let us know what you picked up the local sports card store (lcs)! You should have a great time hanging at the shop and with Jimmy and Stacy!

@kardskorner7654 3 года назад

We can’t wait for you to make the trip up here!

@wolfgangfunkwolfgangfunk6166 3 года назад

One of my favorite host he’s such a good interviewer.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Paul is a fantastic host! He will be shooting lots more content so stay tuned.

@eddyscardboardchaos 3 года назад

This is my LCS and Jimmy and Stacy are for real. Plus he is a fellow B-E grad so you know he is good dude. Best shop I've ever been in.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing Eddy and yes there seems to be a lot of love and interest for Jimmy and Stacy's Turf and Dirt local sports card store (lcs).

@patriotsholobreakers6308 3 года назад

@@UpFlip really good video actually watched the whole 30 minutes

@eddiecuevas8439 2 года назад

This was an awesome video. Thank you for sharing.

@tdunn779 2 года назад

I really like them, wish they were located where I’m at man. My local shop is exactly what he described as being Dim lighted, simply not nearly as amazing as this place. If I ever somehow end up in their area I’m def gonna stop in and support them

@arodyanksfan 3 года назад

This is a sports card store to me. I like the "Clutter" and I LOVE when you have the big price stickers. I can't stand going to a store and I can't see the prices and have to keep asking to see something. The owner or worker usually gets upset because I'm not buying them.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Great points Arody. Sometimes its the little things that can really make a local sports card store (lcs) or even a business in general really standout.

@justinvickclt 2 года назад

Exactly. I usually go into a store with a budget and an open mind.

@krisninerfaithful49kd13 2 года назад

Jimmy and Stacey are awesome people in our hobby and thanks for sharing your experience Turf and Dirt

@pauly5502 3 года назад

I think it’s every kids dream to own a card shop.. glad to see turf&dirt are doing well!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

A lot of people have dreamed of opening a sports card shop or collectables store. Thanks for supporting the channel PP!

@turfdirtsportscards5428 3 года назад

thank you!

@humbertovallejo6962 2 года назад

Congrats to thus Great couple. Thank you for the advice.

@davediaz5447 3 года назад

wow! great content...keep up the great work. And yes new subscriber !!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Welcome aboard Dave! Thanks for supporting the channel, we appreciate you.

@tothemoonsportscards 3 года назад

Good insight and knowledge. Thanks for sharing!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful To The Moon!

@pelehound 3 года назад

Great vid. Jim is a great interview. Fantastic camera presence. He and his wife couldn't be better suited for the biz. However, oh man, I don't like where this hobby is going for store owners. Jim said he was sitting on $2 million or so of product/inventory. Or, at least that's what he thought he could sell the store for if he sold the store today. I'm old. I lived through the last card shop/hobby crash and burn. The current bubble is cool and profitable. Until it isn't. Because of Jim's business being on so many internet platforms in addition to the physical store, it should be easy to see when the biz has run its course. Good luck friends.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Great points letsgo Oakland. Only time will tell about the sports card market, industry and hobby. Thanks for sharing, supporting the channel and your local card store (lcs) and community businesses!

@nelsgoes 3 года назад

Way too many different types of card brands in each sport. Leaf, topps/100 and beyond.... going to burn out

@utopiabaseball6756 2 года назад

Kudos to this card shop. Love the Portland Mavericks baseball cap. :)

@4O4sports Год назад

So cool! Glad to see the shops doing well!

@softaco3088 2 года назад

Cool video. I'm always interested to hear how different businesses got started, stay afloat, etc.

@bryanhoughtonii2424 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this informative content!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@cardscore4796 3 года назад

Jimmy and Stacy are two of the best! SO excited to partner with them in bringing Cardscore to the Bellingham community!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

We were very impressed with the Cardscore technology and are excited to where the future of the sports card market industry goes. Thanks for checking out the channel Cardscore Team and do keep us updated on your business journey!

@HailTheApocalypse 3 года назад

@George Havonoc the house (Topps) always wins.

@SpecialistGuava 3 года назад

@George Havonoc they said they're only making 4-5k in profits? If so, thats friggin awful. I didnt catch that part.

@SpecialistGuava 3 года назад

@George Havonoc a 10 case of what? You've verified their pricing? If this is true, these 2 are the dumbest business owners ive ever seen. I cant even find $200 srp boxes for $300. Might be time to fly to WA

@SpecialistGuava 3 года назад

@George Havonoc (and im not trying to challenge your statements. Im just finding it baffling)

@brandonmcfarland28 3 года назад

This is amazing. Congrats on the success!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Thank you so much Brandon!! We appreciate your support of the channel and your local card shop (lcs). What is the name of your favorite LCS?

@brandonmcfarland28 3 года назад

@@UpFlip unfortunately I have not found one in the North Dallas area. Used to buy a lot of retail but seems to be impossible now!

@movieclipsforthevibes 3 года назад

Solid prices too. Lots of local shops out there beat customers over the head. Great video!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Turf and Dirt sports cards is an example of a business that cares about its customers and the sports card hobby.

@matthewallan1992 3 года назад

Great channel make a few segments on the mediocre business that are succeeding it would be great to have a comparison between the top earners and the top like these guys.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

We will add these ideas to the production development list Matthew. Thanks for the suggestions and channel support!

@jeffreyg5718 3 года назад

I’m from here in Bellingham and I’ve bought from this shop before--very nice people. This video inspired me to consider opening a shop and becoming a friendly competitor. Thanks for the information 😊 👍

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Very cool Jeff! Glad you enjoyed the video and maybe we will be interviewing you some day :) Keep us updated on your business journey.

@Pullwax 2 года назад

Love what you are doing! Keep it up

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Appreciate it!

@bolsbolbol368 2 года назад

He really dropped a lot of specific information that most aren't comfortable sharing with the world.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

We’re hoping it helps others grow too. Thanks for being here!

@brandongarnett5582 Год назад

looking to start my own shop within a couple years! this video is what i needed!

@eddiegonzalez5070 Год назад

It’s crazy No cards from the 80s 90s. Kinda sad

@eddiegonzalez5070 Год назад

@@brandongarnett5582good luck to you Hope it’s a success

@MilaRoseCo 3 года назад

So proud of how far along you've all come

@UpFlip 3 года назад

We appreciate the kind words Simply and have big plans for the future so stay tuned! Our new podcast is coming out soon!

@riccirenna 2 года назад

Congrats on success. I love your work ethic. It is motivating

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thanks a lot Ricci! We appreciate your support.

@cirocking850 2 года назад

Awesome video in actually in the process of opening a shop this helped me out a lot

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thanks for being here!

@Bodangers 3 года назад

They rarely make videos like this anymore 😀. Very informative and motivating to the younger audience. I dwell in Pokemon cards but the information can be applied there too.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Thanks for the kind words Bodangers. Hopefully we can do a cool comic, MTG, Pokemon based local card store (lcs) in the near future.

@jordanisabsent7675 3 года назад

You can have all my Pokémon cards

@Livelife-xq1xq 2 года назад

This is what I love about the hobby. Good people who can appeal to all.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thanks for watching! Do you sell sports cards as well?

@Livelife-xq1xq 2 года назад

@@UpFlip yessir.

@yolosolonorthwest6282 2 года назад

I need this guy as a mentor in my life!!! I love sports cards!

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thanks for watching Yolosolo. Have long have you been a collector?

@Gatesmasher01 2 года назад

Thanks for the tips, You really have given me something to ponder if I open Up a site on the East coast.. awesome 👍😎

@brandonb235 2 года назад

Great video all-around! Great questions, great responses.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

We really glad you think so Brandon. We appreciate the support. 😀👍Are you a collector?

@nathanserdahl5945 2 года назад

About to drive 2 hours north and check this shop out, didnt know it existed! Time for a road trip!

@beoteo4230 3 года назад

I’d be broke if I lived near this place

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Lol Beo.

@jimvujimvu835 3 года назад

Wow, nice sports cards shop and it’s so nice video clip, thanks

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Thanks for visiting Jim! What are your favorite sports cards to collect? Are you into any other collectibles?

@vgall7308 2 года назад

Thanks to Jim Sears for supporting a local Columbus Ohio business! Homage makes great throwback clothes, hit them up, support local!

@olivierauberger 2 года назад

Another killer video. So inspiring for a small eBay video game reseller like me.

@themediamarauder1582 2 года назад

Nice video. I had a shop from 1990-2010.. Glad to see sportscards made a comeback.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

That's awesome! What made you start your business?

@themediamarauder1582 2 года назад

@@UpFlip I loved sportscards and had millions of them by the time I opened my shop. I started collecting in 1975. By the time I was in high school in the late 80s I had 10-20 sets of every brand put together. I always wanted to own my own business . I still have my own business I just did a pivot when the cards quit selling and movies were hot. Now movies are slow and cards are getting hot I may do another pivot....LOL

@alp.9672 2 года назад

@@themediamarauder1582 wow 1990-2010?! Impressive. Where were you located?

@ThatsSoooHood 3 года назад

Awesome local sports card store (LCS) and story Jim and Stacy. I will be calling to order some packs here shortly :) Thanks for sharing.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Let us know what you get in the sports cards packs Matt!

@deeross3034 3 года назад

@@UpFlip if you sell loose hobby packs I'll be ordering some as well..I collect cards mostly..Very hard to get me to sell Anything from my collection..

@turfdirtsportscards5428 3 года назад

@@deeross3034 We do sell packs, usually do our personal rips on instagram but also call the store and we can ship you packs too.

@turfdirtsportscards5428 3 года назад

Thank you for your order and can't wait to hear what you pull!

@Jv-fn5xg 3 года назад

This card shop looks awesome! Cool couple too! Keep it up!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Lets all wish this local sports card store (lcs) Turf and Dirt the very best.

@brianhansen2106 2 года назад

Thank you for this information!

@UpFlip 2 года назад

You're welcome! We hope it was helpful. Would you ever start this type of business?

@thomasfrederick8188 2 года назад

As a card collector who is slowly building is card collection this is awesomen

@UpFlip 2 года назад

It really is! How many cards do you have in your collection so far?

@jojofreelancer1210 2 года назад

That baseball scenario so true,I've bought a few cards of some of my home team guys who go on a tear and sell 1 for price I got all 4 or 5

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thanks for watching! We appreciate you!

@galacticbeats292 3 года назад

Great video! It helped a lot!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Glad you liked it Galactic!

@itzdm0r3 2 года назад

Love this story, definitely gives me something to aspire to with my own business.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Yay! Glad to hear it. What type of business do you have?

@itzdm0r3 2 года назад

@@UpFlip I buy and sell collectibles, trading cards, and comics. I'm also a music publisher.

@gd70693 2 года назад

I like the attitude of this shop owner, it is awesome to do what you love for a living.

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thank you Gabriel. It's very great to be able to do what you love. 😀Are you a collector as well?

@gd70693 2 года назад

@UpFlip yes, I am starting to collect again. I have been collecting and enjoying the Hobbie for a long time. I lacked taking care of cards for many years. I just love the feeling you get opening packs, organizing, community, and trading.

@pharlapnz4630 2 года назад

Congratulations 👏 mate outstanding video! Regards from New Zealand 🇳🇿

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thank you so much 😀

@josesolorio8622 3 года назад

Need to visit this shop!!!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Jim would love to have you stop by and support the local card store (LCS) Jose! Thanks for all your support for our channel as well, we appreciate you.

@manuelramos3588 2 года назад

What a beautiful store, I sure wish a store like this existed close to me..

@UpFlip 2 года назад

It really is!

@bensayers6904 2 года назад

Congrats on your success 👏 love the store and it seems like you work very hard are humble and provide a great service to the community. I wish you were in Cleveland man I would stop in all the time. Question? Do you still have that signed gale Sayers jersey hanging up? If so how much are you asking?

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thanks for watching! We appreciate you!

@darioxbrow9223 2 года назад

1)get to know your customers 2)be organized 3)make discounts 4)location is vital 5)stay in your lane, keep the foot on the gas pedal

@joshwalker3578 3 года назад

Awesome card shop and great video!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Thanks a bunch Josh! What is your favorite local card store (lcs)?

@Redkey7 2 года назад

Wish no card shop could ever get robbed. Just great people in the hobby trying to have fun

@UpFlip 2 года назад

I wish no business would ever be robbed!

@angellamyers9758 Год назад

I wish no card collector & investor would ever get robbed irs horrible

@knowledgeispower9202 3 года назад

that Topps shirt is epic. I need one of each color in my life now.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Jimmy's Topps shirt is incredible. Did you see the Topps booth at the National Sports Card Convention this year Knowledge? It was very impressive.

@DeeZee00008 3 года назад

Great vid! loved it

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it Danny! Thanks for watching and supporting the channel.

@idk_sis 3 года назад

Local lgs’ are the best and deserve all the support from communities. Maybe one day when I grow up I’ll own a lgs

@UpFlip 3 года назад

What is your favorite local game store (lgs) or local card shop (lcs) near you idk_sis?

@idk_sis 3 года назад

@@UpFlip so I’m from Florida (southwest area) and there’s a shop about 30 minutes away in a mall called prime toys and games, and the owner was awesome. Like I had finally met someone who was all about Pokémon like me 🤣. He told me they have another store which is even closer to me called Bonita springs toys and games. They’re the best and I think I’ll start buying from them instead of big box stores now bc the experience was amazing, and they have tons of stock and different items, even stuff from a few years ago that you can’t find at target or Walmart anymore

@UpFlip 3 года назад

That is awesome to hear idk. Pokemon cards are so fun to collect. Hopefully one day we will get to make it down to Florida and can give prime toys and games an interview!

@idk_sis 3 года назад

@@UpFlip that would be awesome! They definitely deserve all the exposure they can get. And yeah Pokémon are super fun to collect

@ryannieto313 Год назад

Love this video man

@bjw9529 2 года назад

I’m in Indianapolis and we have 3 card shops. One is cards/memorabilia and it’s far from me but not many boxes/packs, one is mostly Magic/Pokémon and doesn’t have much product at all, and the other, which is the closest one to me, is strictly boxes and he might have a few boxes open for packs. I think it’s awesome that you have the option to buy boxes/packs for every product here. Too bad you’re in Washington. I’ve always wanted to open a card shop but I fear, due to the ups and downs of the hobby, I’ll lose money. Plus, Indy is a kind of a weird market and I mean weird as in we don’t have really have a market. That’s my dream though. A sports card shop or music store. Maybe one day..

@kjvuser 3 года назад

MY FAVORITE HOST! NOTHING LIKE THE OG

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Paul is a fantastic host and will doing lots more business interviews coming up!

@AAAA-nv5cf 3 года назад

I like UpFlip and black UpFlip too

@jesseskellington9427 Год назад

Thanks for making this video :-)

@kronozioplatform1537 2 года назад

Wow! Congrats! I love those guys, they are so true! Take care!

@UpFlip 2 года назад

We do too!

@williammcmurtrie871 3 года назад

Seam like good people working hard. Great video!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

They are William! Thanks for commenting and supporting the channel and your local card shop (lcs).

@idelfonsoarteaga4346 3 года назад

enjoyed this alot!

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@zach-gk3wh 2 года назад

the only thing i learned is that guys shouldnt wear flip flops

@bretts.8661 Год назад

Yikes this video is about to get a lot more views with the recent scandal. Hopefully the theft allegations aren’t true but i know the card market is down and i wouldnt be shocked.

@kylerobbins9878 Год назад

they are true. they stole from me as well

@jakestoe 2 года назад

I live in Eastern Washington, I'll have to make a stop when I'm on that side of the state next time!

@UpFlip 2 года назад

Thanks for the support jakestoe. Is this your first time on the channel?

@TW-fv2zu 3 года назад

The bulk of sales happened in Winter 2021 during the Once-in-A-Lifetime Card Spike, & now back to reality.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

Did you go to the National Sports Card Convention last week TW? It was the biggest and busiest it has ever been in its long history.

@TW-fv2zu 3 года назад

@@UpFlip bulk of sales.

@coltsfancolts 3 года назад

This.

@daveparker5541 3 года назад

There is nothing like stopping by my local shop on my way home from work and getting 5 or 6 packs are ripping later that night. Yes packs over boxes all day.

@UpFlip 3 года назад

We could not agree more Dave. What is your favorite go to local sports card store (lcs)?

@daveparker5541 2 года назад

@@UpFlip Houston Sports Connection here in Houston,TX owner Howard Lao. He has been in business for over 33 years.