The easy money from Standard rotation may already be made. Many hot cards have been on a downward trajectory over the past week. This week Sigmund shares his theories around this drop and recommends a course of action to ensure you lock in your profits.

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Khans of Tarkir is generating a lot of hype for the fall. Some cards are on the move based on this anticipated hype. This week Sigmund looks at the recent movers and outlines his suggested strategy based on these new prices.

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Although playing it safe with investments almost guarantees a positive return, it's hard not to lament missed opportunity cost. This week Sigmund acknowledges this itch and reconciles his MTG Finance strategy going forward.

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Ignoring Magic's price history is a surefire way to make mistakes when speculating. Danny Brown considers his Modern investments in this light, and applies lessons to next year's Standard.

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Lately, Sigmund has been dwelling on the poor performance of Modern staples. This week he looks to other formats to observe their financial health and summarizes his current focus areas in MTG Finance.

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Don't you wish you could still make some money when your cards drop in price? With advanced trading tools such as options, you can. Sigmund describes an option trade he just completed and why it could be the start of something new.

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MTG Investing has a balance, and sometimes we can't have it all. But knowing which factors are most important to you will ensure your experience will be fulfilling.

The post Insider: MTG Finance’s Triad of Desirability and Achieving a More Fulfilling Experience first appeared on Quiet Speculation.

Sigmund spent a few hours last weekend trading with the Grinders at SCG Cincinnati. So much information can be obtained from attending large events and this was no exception as he shares his observations from the trade floors.

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