Complete Idiot S Guide To Buying And Selling Collectibles

You're no idiot, of course. You negotiate like a pit bull on the job, organize your household budget with your computer, and even manage to coax your kids to finish their homework. But when it comes to plunking down your money to buy a crystal vase, you're not sure whether you'll be getting trash or treasure. Don't hand over the cash yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Buying and Selling Collectibles helps you build the skills you need to become a savvy, satisfied collector. Feel confident about buying the collectible you want, even when the seller is playing hardball. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:

Offers general advice for finding quality collectibles and specific information on collecting stamps, coins, books, ceramics, toys, furniture, art, and jewelry.

Offers tips on recognizing fake antiques, selling antiques at auctions, fleamarkets, and shops, and getting antiques repaired and appraised.

Covers timing, legal requirements, mergers, debt-equity ratios, taxes, financing, setting a price, and adjusting to a merger

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