4. Staying Smart With Your Purchases
While expanding your collection is fun, it’s important to stay smart with your purchases. I know firsthand how easy it is to get carried away with booster boxes and mystery packs. It’s great to collect, but it’s also important to do so responsibly.

Tips for Smart Collecting:
Avoid Chasing Every New Release: While it’s tempting to buy every new booster box, remember that not every set will add value to your collection. Focus on sets that offer cards that complement your current decks or fill gaps in your collection.

Don’t Overbuy Mystery Packs: As fun as they are, mystery packs can quickly become a money pit. Set a budget for how many you want to buy each year, and stick to it. You don’t need to buy a dozen mystery packages to have fun with them!

Store Your Cards Properly: Protect your collection by storing cards in high-quality binders, card sleeves, and deck boxes. Nothing’s worse than pulling an amazing card and finding it scratched or bent because it wasn’t stored properly (hint: you can find articles about properly storing your cards on this website).