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Back to EpisodesHow to NOT Get Scammed Buying Sports Cards Online
Episode 120
Published 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Description
Buying cards through DMs can feel like a gamble. In this episode, Tyler breaks down where scams happen most and the simple habits that protect you across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Discord, and eBay.
He shares real stories of getting burned, the red flags he watches for now, and why paying a little extra can be the cheapest insurance in the hobby.
Timestamps
0:00 How people get ripped off in the hobby
1:04 The hobby runs on trust and what happens when it breaks
2:40 Discords: great when accountability is real
9:00 Facebook and Twitter deals pros, cons, and risk
12:57 Instagram: getting scammed and how to spot bad vibes
20:50 eBay: why it’s the default safest option
25:37 Tyler’s rules to avoid getting scammed
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