Does Flareon VMAX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-0.94 for Flareon VMAX — grading costs currently exceed the estimated PSA-10 premium. This is a model estimate based on historical data, not investment advice.

What is the estimated grading EV for Flareon VMAX?

Our model estimates approximately -3% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $9.21, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-0.94. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Flareon VMAX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$9.21

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$8.27

Estimated profit$-0.94

Estimated return-3%

Break-even sell price$-16.54

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $10.00 $-21.21 (-68%)

PSA 8 $10.68 $-20.53 (-66%)