Does Light Flareon (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-36.68 for Light Flareon (1st Edition) — 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 Light Flareon (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -44% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $61.09, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-36.68. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Light Flareon (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$61.09

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$24.41

Estimated profit$-36.68

Estimated return-44%

Break-even sell price$34.64

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $39.99 $-43.10 (-52%)

PSA 7 $45.71 $-37.38 (-45%)