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Marketplace for trading cards including Magic, Pokemon, and Yu-Gi-Oh

Avg Sale:$8
Avg Time to Sell:1-5 days
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💰 Fee Summary

Selling Fee
8% - 10% (varies by seller level)
Payment Processing
2.5% + $0.30

✅ Advantages

  • Largest trading card marketplace
  • Level-based fees decrease as you sell more
  • Certified shipping option (they handle it for you)
  • Very active buyer base

⚠️ Considerations

  • 10.85% starting fee is high
  • Must ship within 48 hours or pay 1.5% penalty
  • Low average prices ($5-20) = must sell volume
  • Direct shipping requires more work

Complete Fee Breakdown

Fee TypeRateExampleNotes
Selling Fee8% - 10%$3.20 - $4.00 on $40 saleVaries by seller level
Payment Processing2.5% + $0.30$1.30 on $40 saleVia PayPal or Stripe

Example Profit Scenarios

See how fees impact profit at different price points on TCGplayer

Low Price Item
$20 Sale
Item Cost:-$5.00
Platform Fees:-$2.80
Net Profit:$12.20
Margin
61.0%
ROI
244.0%
Medium Price Item
$50 Sale
Item Cost:-$20.00
Platform Fees:-$6.55
Net Profit:$23.45
Margin
46.9%
ROI
117.2%
High Price Item
$150 Sale
Item Cost:-$75.00
Platform Fees:-$19.05
Net Profit:$55.95
Margin
37.3%
ROI
74.6%

Best Categories for TCGplayer

These product categories perform particularly well on TCGplayer

📦 Shipping on TCGplayer

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TCGPlayer Shipping

TCGPlayer has specific shipping requirements and offers discounted rates through their TCGPlayer Shipping program, but it can be complex to navigate.

💡 Tips for Selling on TCGplayer

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Accurate Descriptions

Clear, honest descriptions reduce returns and improve buyer satisfaction.

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Quality Photos

Good lighting and multiple angles increase buyer confidence and conversion rates.

How TCGplayer Compares

Quick comparison with similar platforms

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Frequently Asked Questions

Average sale price is around $8. After fees and costs, profit margins typically range from 30-60% depending on your sourcing and pricing strategy.
Average time to sell is 1-5 days. This varies by category, pricing, photos, and season. Well-priced items with good photos sell faster.

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