@brandvibes03: 5 comic book tips that I wish I could tell my younger self when starting with the hobby: 1. Want a higher CGC grade? Getting your raw comic professionally "pressed" and cleaned before grading is an absolute must. 2. Are you sitting on a hidden gem? Direct Editions vs. Newsstands can mean a huge price difference—I personally use Gradr to check instantly. 3. Page quality MATTERS. Before buying a raw key, check the interior edges. Brittle or heavily tanned pages will cap your maximum CGC grade. 4. Curate, don't just hoard. Decide early: Are you building full runs, hunting keys, or chasing cover art? 5. UV rays are your absolute worst enemy! Keep your comics out of the sun (color fading) and off the floor (leaks). #comicbooktiktok #comicbookcollection #comicbooksgradrapp #gradrapp