Trading on Cardbase offers an exciting platform for collectors to exchange their prized cards, transforming their collections and fostering a vibrant community of enthusiasts.
Understanding the Trading Process
The journey begins by identifying a trade partner. As you browse through various collections, you may find a card that captures your interest. If you possess a card that may appeal to them, you're already halfway there. Propose a swap and consider adding a touch of cash to enhance the offer. Once an agreement is reached, the deal is set in motion. Your card is sent to Cardbase for a meticulous inspection, ensuring its condition matches the description. Upon approval, your new treasure is promptly shipped to you, adding a new gem to your collection.
Guidelines and Restrictions
Before diving into trading, it's important to note a few key points:
Age Requirement: Participants must be at least 18 years old or have a guardian's consent.
Geographical Limitation: Currently, trading services are confined to U.S. shipping addresses.
Integrity Matters: Maintaining accurate account information and engaging in fair trading practices are paramount.
Finality of Trades: Once an agreement is reached and confirmed, it's binding. Ensure your decision is well-considered.
Creating an enticing trade post is your gateway to successful exchanges:
Initiate: Log into your Cardbase account and navigate to the "Trade" tab.
Present Your Cards: Use the purple "+" button to initiate your post. Showcase your cards with vivid images and detailed, honest descriptions.
Express Your Desires: Clearly state what you're looking for in return. Whether you have specific demands or are open to surprises, clarity is key.
Engage with the Community: Once your post is live, stay active and responsive. Regularly update your post to keep it fresh and engaging.
Trading Fees: A Transparent Breakdown
Cardbase ensures a transparent fee structure to keep the trading process smooth and straightforward:
Fees vary based on the Total Trade Value (TTV) of the card(s) involved, or Card(s) value if only cash is involved to purchase the card(s).
Trading Fee is the Cardbase platform fee associated with the trade.
Return Fee is to help cover Cardbase’s shipping cost to ship cards to the appropriate trader after verification for lower-value trades.
Stripe Fee is the cash processing fee charged by Stripe.
Below are the different Trade scenarios:
1. Card(s) in exchange for Card(s):
Trading Fee:
TTV Under $1,000: 1.5% of TTV for each trader.
TTV $1,000 to $10,000: 3% of TTV for each trader.
TTV Over $10,000: $300 + 2% of the amount exceeding $10,000 TTV for each trader.
Return Fee (to cover Cardbase shipping cost to mail cards to respective traders):
TTV Under $1,000: $12 for each trader.
TTV Over $1,000: $0
Stripe Fee: $0
2. Card(s) in exchange for Cash:
Trading Fee:
Card(s) Value up to $10,000: 3% of total card(s) value for each trader.
Card(s) Value over $10,000: $300 + 2% of the total card(s) value exceeding $10,000 for each trader.
Return Fee: $0
Stripe Fee: 1.45% of Total Cash involved for each trader.
3. Card(s) in exchange for Card(s) + Cash:
Trading Fee: Same as "Card(s) in exchange for Card(s)".
Return Fee: Same as "Card(s) in exchange for Card(s)".
Stripe Fee: 1.45% of Total Cash involved for each trader.
4. Card(s) + Cash in exchange for Card(s) + Cash:
Trading Fee: Same as "Card(s) in exchange for Card(s)".
Return Fee: Same as "Card(s) in exchange for Card(s)".
Stripe Fee: 1.45% of Total Cash involved for each trader.
5. Card(s) + Cash in exchange for Cash:
Trading Fee:
Card(s) Value up to $10,000: 3% of total card(s) value for each trader.
Card(s) Value over $10,000: $300 + 2% of the total card(s) value exceeding $10,000 for each trader.
Return Fee: $0
Stripe Fee: 1.45% of Total Cash involved for each trader.
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