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Insider: [MTGO] Exploring Investment on Magic Online

Posted on January 7, 2014October 2, 2014 by Sylvain Lehoux

Say hello to a new QS writer, Sylvain Lehoux! Today Sylvain describes his general perspective on MTGO investing and outlines future articles.

Insider: 2014 New Years Resolutions

Posted on January 6, 2014January 17, 2022 by Sigmund Ausfresser

Sigmund is back from a week of recovery to share his 2014 MTG Finance New Year Resolutions–some of which may be a bit surprising…

Jason’s Alticle – Checks on Resolution

Posted on December 31, 2013December 31, 2013 by Jason Alt

Jason Alt finds himself in a reflective mood on the eve of the New Year, pondering the resolutions he might make if he were into that kind of thing.

Insider: The World is a Stage….

Posted on December 27, 2013January 17, 2022 by Dylan Beckham

As the year comes to an end, Dylan reflects on the spectrum of Magic financier. Figure out the level to which you have developed, and the heights you hope to reach in 2014.

Insider: Interests of Note for Christmas Week

Posted on December 23, 2013January 17, 2022 by Sigmund Ausfresser

This week Sigmund looks at top movers and recommends what to buy, sell, or hold…all while typing slowly with a broken hand!

Insider: Three-Month Outlook for Winter

Posted on December 20, 2013January 17, 2022 by Matthew Lewis

Matthew Lewis presents an overview of his plan for the next three months of speculation on MTGO.

Jason’s Alticle: BOGO

Posted on December 17, 2013December 17, 2013 by Jason Alt

Jason Alt dives headfirst into the myriad “Christmastime” deals that result in underpriced Magic product, before covering the SCG Invitational and Open in Las Vegas.

Insider: Five Valuable Tips From 2013

Posted on December 16, 2013January 21, 2014 by Sigmund Ausfresser

2013 was a transformative year for MTG finance. Sigmund shares the top five lessons–some more expensive than others–this year taught him.

Insider: Theros Junk Rare Picks

Posted on December 13, 2013January 17, 2022 by Matthew Lewis

Matthew Lewis outlines the reasoning for buying up certain junk rares, and provides his picks out of Theros.

Insider: Stop Chasing Your Tail

Posted on December 12, 2013April 7, 2014 by Corbin Hosler

Mistaking hype for a legitimate, sustainable spike in price can be disastrous. Corbin Hosler discusses the difference and why it matters.

Insider: How to Buylist

Posted on December 4, 2013January 17, 2022 by David Schumann

Buylisting can be an efficient way to unload cards, but requires some forethought to be profitable and easy. David Schumann walks us through the process.

Unlocked Insider: Can the Market Be Moved?

Posted on November 28, 2013December 20, 2013 by Corbin Hosler

Splinter Twin’s recent spike has elicited accusations of market manipulation. Corbin Hosler explains why he he believes these claims are misplaced.

Insider: MTGO Market Crash

Posted on November 15, 2013January 17, 2022 by Matthew Lewis

This suspension of large events on MTGO has profoundly affected the market. Matthew Lewis evaluates the resulting situation and the reaction it merits from speculators.