HONESTY is always the best policy. For a week or two I had been getting unsolicited e-mails from an auction house out in Dallas, TX. I didn't open any of them, but did notice the headline notes one of which mentioned a check. Straight up I figured phishing scam and sent right to spam and trashed it.
Now I did recognize the auction house as I had registered to bid on some stuff, but never did. That was maybe 6 months ago. Monday's mail brought me an envelope from the auction house, and inside was a check for $498.90. The memo section on the check just said June. I knew that I hadn't sent them any cards to consign, so either they sent me another John Miller's check by mistake or something nefarious. I decided to call to get to the bottom of it. Yes, this was a legit check. My call went to voicemail so I left one. Not hearing back after a few hours and just before their closing time I called again. The owner answered. It was his and his wife's anniversary and they were out doing something. I explained the deal, and he was blown away for my honesty and integrity. We wound up talking for an hour.
Long story short, he might come to Florida to look at and buy my entire collection. Seriously, he was floored by what I said I would accept based on what I valued it at. He said his integrity wouldn't allow that and he'd have to pay more. I explained to him that big bulk buys like that in Florida, nah doesn't happen. I sent pics of the 3 Ohtani cards, he's a little excited. I promised to take some pics of the better vintage cards (he gave me his personal cell number) this week which I have done a bunch already, and will still do some more of the overall situation.
So yes....this could be good news or bad news depending on your perspective. Of course I will keep you posted as things progress.
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