Does Professor Turo's Scenario have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-9.76 for Professor Turo's Scenario — 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 Professor Turo's Scenario?

Our model estimates approximately -35% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.08, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-9.76. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Professor Turo's Scenario?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.08

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-3.68

Estimated profit$-9.76

Estimated return-35%

Break-even sell price$-19.98

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $6.50 $-21.58 (-77%)

PSA 8 $8.68 $-19.40 (-69%)