How can I sell items on Fanatics Collect?
There are currently three ways to sell items on Fanatics Collect.
- Weekly Auction: You can sell collectibles in the Fanatics Collect Weekly Auction by mailing them to us using our submission form. You can also sell collectibles stored in your vault through our website or mobile app. Flash allows you to submit listings from your vault to live auctions. You must submit them by 11:59 p.m. PT Wednesday for inclusion in a Weekly Auction closing that coming Sunday. Collectibles must already be in your vault to be eligible for Flash listing.
- Buy Now: You can list vaulted collectibles in our Buy Now marketplace. You can decide if you want to allow offers from prospective buyers or list at a fixed price without allowing offers.
- Premier Auction: Collectibles sold through the Premier Auction must have an estimated market value of at least $10,000. Any collectible submitted with a lower estimated value will require staff approval. You can submit vaulted collectibles to the Premier Auction or you can ship your collectibles to us. If you choose the shipping option, please email Fanatics Collect’s Collector Experience team at cs@fanaticscollect.com for shipping details. You must be approved to sell in the Premier Auction.
What is the biggest advantage of selling with Fanatics Collect?
Fanatics Collect connects buyers and sellers of trading cards and memorabilia around the world through fixed-price listings and auctions. Our comprehensive range of services, expert customer service, and auctions and Buy Now marketplace that host tens of thousands of listings spanning common collection builders to some of the most sought-after cards in the industry make us the number one source for thousands of collectors around the world. Selling on Fanatics Collect can lead to higher sale prices compared to other venues. And our fees, including our simplified Buy Now marketplace seller’s fees in which users can earn up to 94% on any sale under $120, are lower than many other auction houses. Finally, Fanatics Collect handles photographing, titling, listing, receiving and distributing payment, and ownership transfer for all sales so you don’t have to worry about who’s on the other end of your sale.
What types of items can I list for sale?
We currently accept:
- Authenticated trading cards and small slabbed collectibles from PSA, SGC, BGS, BVG, BCCG, CGC CARDS, CSG, MBA.
- Non-authenticated (raw) trading cards when using one of our authentication partners
- Authenticated video games from WATA, CGC
- Authenticated oversized slabbed Items from PSA, BGS, CGC, CBCS, WATA, VGA
- Authenticated vintage sports wax from BBCE, GAI, PSA, and factory-sealed modern sports wax
- Authenticated TCG wax
- Baseballs, hockey pucks, or other small-sized memorabilia authenticated by UDA, Steiner, Fanatics Authentic, or any other reputable third-party authenticator
- Authenticated memorabilia from MeiGray, Resolution, Davious, RGU, or any other reputable third-party authenticator
- Authenticated wax cases from BBCE and factory-sealed wax cases
We DO NOT accept:
- Non-authenticated vintage wax boxes or packs, memorabilia, comics, or video games
- Non-authenticated TCG wax
- Coins and currency
What is the Fanatics Collect item authentication process?
Our team of experts meticulously reviews each card for authenticity, checking for any signs of holder tampering or attempting to submit fakes or reprints. This thorough process ensures every item sold on our site meets the highest standards of quality and provides the best experience for our customers.
What are the seller fees for Fanatics Collect?
There are no fees to sell graded collectibles in Weekly or Premier Auctions. All eligible auction sales earn bonus commission outlined in our How it Works page here.
The Buy Now marketplace features a seller’s fee that’s a percentage of the sale price of your listing. The fees are as follows:
All cards listed less than 120% of the market value provided by Card Ladder have a seller’s fee of just 6% – one of the lowest rates in the industry.
If you wish to sell raw or ungraded collectibles, you can use our grading and authentication partners to access partnership pricing and preferred rates and a streamlined path from raw to graded and on the market. Grading fees can be found on our submission form. Select Non-Authenticated (Raw) Trading Cards to get started.
All collectibles valued at less than $50 curated into the Fanatics Collect Vault and not submitted to auction or sold within 30 days incur a one-time $3 fee. A full summary of costs associated with vaulting your collectibles can be found here.
Why don’t I see my Weekly Auction submission in my Member Dashboard?
Within two days of receiving your submission, we mark it as received on your account and send you an email notification. When we begin processing your submission, including imaging, titling, and prepping for sale, we mark your items as processing. You can see this status in your Member Dashboard and on the mobile app. Images, titles, and descriptions will be visible at least two days before the start of the Weekly Auction. We will notify you when your listings are available for review.
How do I fix an error in my listings?
We will give you an opportunity to request edits through your Member Dashboard or the mobile app before the auction begins. Our Asset Control team will approve the request or provide you with feedback.
Are there additional auction costs beyond stated fees?
There are small additional fees for special items like wax and memorabilia.
Why can collectibles listed in Fanatics Collect auctions sell for higher prices?
Collectibles listed on Fanatics Collect can sell for higher prices for various reasons, including the high-resolution images that help buyers bid and buy with confidence, the quality of offerings that attract more buyers, the reliable customer service and safe shipping process, and the effective marketing through which Fanatics Collect attracts bidders and buyers.
When do auctions begin?
Please review our homepage to see a schedule of start and end dates for live and upcoming auctions.
Does Fanatics Collect set a reserve for auction items?
All Weekly Auction listings start with an opening bid of $5. Premier Auction items begin with an opening bid of $1,000.
What happens if my Weekly Auction listings go unpaid or unsold?
If a winning bidder does not pay for a listing it will be relisted in the next equivalent auction.
If your auction listing does not sell, your collectible will be sent back to your Fanatics Collect Vault. From there your collectible is eligible for relisting in one upcoming Fanatics Collect auction. If it does not sell in that second auction, it will be returned to your Vault once again, where you must wait 90 days before relisting it again. Please note that if your collectible is not listed in an auction on the 1st of any given month, you will be charged the standard one-time-only $3 Fanatics Collect Vault storage fee.
What are the steps to creating a submission?
You can sell collectibles by mailing them to us using our submission form. Below are the simple steps you need to follow to complete your submission:
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Create submission
I. Web: Choose from the collectible categories, such as trading cards, raw trading cards, memorabilia, etc.
II. Mobile: Simply select "Sell" on the top right menu, then select "Non-Vaulted Items" -
Indicate the authentication status: Specify whether your card is authenticated or unauthenticated (RAW). We do no accept non-authenticated Vintage Sports Wax Boxes or Packs, TCG Wax, Memorabilia, Comics, or Video Games.
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Enter the number of items: List the total number of items you are submitting.
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Provide the estimated value: Include your best estimate for the value of your items.
- Indicate selling intent: List immediately to auction, or simply send to your vault.
If you are submitting a RAW unauthenticated card, you must select one of the available authentication options. After completing the steps above, you will be able to download your packing slip, which will include all necessary details to send the items to our vault. Once we receive your items, they will be securely vaulted, authenticated (if applicable), and available to consign for auction or Buy Now.
Sample Vault Address
John Doe (vault ID #1234567)
7560 SW Durham Rd
Tigard, OR 97224
Note: We do not accept item images or offer evaluations / estimations of items in advance. Items will be evaluated after they are received in house and our team reviews them. We recommend using our website tool to determine the approximate value of your item. You can can locate our sales history here: https://sales-history.fanaticscollect.com/. This will allow you to check on past sales to gauge the value of your item.
What are the deadlines for submission?
Our Premier Auction submission deadlines are posted on our homepage. We accept Weekly Auction submissions on a rolling basis. Weekly Flash listings must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PT on Wednesday to be included in that week’s Sunday closing. Premier Auction Flash listings must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PT on the Saturday before the auction’s Thursday night closing.
Can I bid on my items to ensure a reserve price or to watch my items?
Clients bidding on their items is strictly prohibited and a violation of our Marketplace Tenets. Our marketplace software is designed to restrict bidding by a client on an item they submit.
How much does shipping cost?
Please read our shipping chart for more information.
I see my submission has been delivered. Do you have it?
Although a package will show as being delivered to our facility, our team has to process the submission and record it in our database. There may be a delay of a few days between package delivery and the package showing up in your Vault, especially if it is eligible for an Eye Appeal review. You will receive an email confirmation when the package is successfully processed.
Does Fanatics Collect pay for my shipping when I send a submission?
You are responsible for the cost of sending your submission, but Fanatics Collect can assist with the shipping process by generating a fully insured label. Please contact our Collector Experience team at cs@fanaticscollect.com for more information.
Can I deliver my items to the Fanatics Collect Vault in person?
Unfortunately, we do not have an in-person drop-off option for security reasons. All packages must arrive through the mail. If you have high-value items you do not know how to ship and insure, we can provide you with a low-cost, fully insured overnight FedEx shipping label. However, we do accept submissions at most trade shows we attend.
How should I pack my collectibles for shipping to Fanatics Collect?
You can send your package using your preferred shipping carrier. However, we recommend you mail your collectibles in a box with proper protective padding tracking information. For more valuable collectibles, it may be advantageous to double-box them to ensure safe delivery. We also ask that you send such packages with signature confirmation.
For high-value submissions that are difficult to insure through standard carriers, Fanatics Collect can assist with a fully insured shipping label. Please contact our Collector Experience team at cs@fanaticscollect.com to request a label.
See this page for additional information on How to safely send your cards for grading or storage.
What are the Premier Auction seller's fees?
There is no seller’s fee for the Premier Auction, but there is a buyer’s premium. Sellers also receive a bonus commission based on the highest bid the listing attracts. A minimum of $1,000 of the price realized is paid to Fanatics Collect on each Premier Auction listing.
- The hammer price refers to the maximum winning bid, excluding the 20% buyer's premium. If an item sells for $250,000 or lower, the seller receives 110% of the hammer price.
- If an item sells for $250,001 - $1,000,000, the seller receives 112.5% of the hammer price.
- If an item sells for $1,000,001 or higher, the seller receives 115% of the hammer price.
Is the auction fee calculated on the total value of my submission?
Auction fees are applied based on the sale price of each individual listing, not the sum total of the submission overall.
When will I receive payment for sold items?
- Weekly Sunday/Weekly Sunday Flash: Buyers have five (5) days to remit payment after an auction closes. Fanatics Collect pays sellers within one (1) business day of completed payment processing. Fanatics Collect issues payments to sellers' Fanatics Collect accounts, from which sellers can use funds to pay Fanatics Collect invoices or initiate a payout request to have funds issued to them.
- Buy Now: Payment is required at checkout. However, if an offer is accepted, buyers have five (5) days to remit payment after receiving an invoice. Fanatics Collect pays sellers within one (1) business day of completed payment processing. Fanatics Collect issues payments to sellers' Fanatics Collect accounts, from which sellers can use funds to pay Fanatics Collect invoices or initiate a payout request to have funds issued to them.
- Premier Auction: Buyers have ten (10) days to remit payment after an auction closes. Fanatics Collect pays sellers within one (1) business day of completed payment processing. Fanatics Collect issues payments to sellers' Fanatics Collect accounts, from which sellers can use funds to pay Fanatics Collect invoices or initiate a payout request to have funds issued to them.
What are the seller's commission rates?
For auction sales, sellers earn 100% of the winning bid amount and can also earn bonus commission:
For Buy Now sales, sellers earn the sale price of their collectible minus a seller’s fee.
All cards listed less than 120% of the market value provided by Card Ladder have a seller’s fee of just 6% – one of the lowest rates in the industry.
What are Flash listings?
Flash-listed items join the currently active auction and end when that auction ends.
You must submit collectibles before 11:59 p.m. PT on Wednesday to be included in the Weekly Auction closing that Sunday. Otherwise, your item will close in the following Weekly Auction.
You must submit collectibles before 11:59 p.m. PT on Sunday to be included in the Premier Auction closing the following Thursday. Otherwise, your item will be listed in the next Premier Auction.
What are the benefits of Flashing into a Weekly Auction?
Flashing into a Weekly Auction gives you more control over the selling process. If you want to try to capitalize on an event (e.g., an NBA player winning a title), you can Flash a collectible for sale immediately.
How do I Flash my items into the Weekly Auction?
From your Fanatics Collect Vault, select the items you want to sell and choose the “LIST NOW” option. The next screen will ask you to select the marketplace for your item (e.g., Weekly Sunday, Weekly Sunday Flash, Monthly Premier, or Buy Now). Select the “Weekly Sunday Flash” option and follow the directions.
Can I mail items to Fanatics Collect to Flash into a Weekly Auction?
You can only Flash items from your Vault into an auction. You can mail items to your Vault and list them in a later auction after we curate them.
How long does it take for my items to be Flashed into auction?
Items appear in the auction within 24 hours, but will likely appear much sooner.
What is the Weekly Flash deadline?
You must Flash items by Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. PT for them to be included in that week’s Sunday closing. They will appear in the Weekly Sunday Auction within 24 hours, usually much sooner.
When will I get paid for items sold via Flash?
The payment process for Flashed listings is the same as other Weekly Sunday Auction and Premier Auction listings. After an auction closes, buyers have five (5) days to remit payment for a listing won in a Weekly Auction and ten (10) days to remit payment for a listing won in a Premier Auction. Fanatics Collect pays sellers within one (1) business day of completed payment processing. Fanatics Collect issues payments to sellers' Fanatics Collect accounts, from which sellers can use funds to pay Fanatics Collect invoices or initiate a payout request to have funds issued to them.
How do I apply for tax exempt status?
Please send your resale license in PDF form to cs@fanaticscollect.com. Your form can be located here: https://www.avalara.com/blog/en/north-america/2023/02/a-state-by-state-guide-to-resale-certificates.html. The tax team will apply the re-sale license to your account in ~ 1 week.