While past performance does not always predict the future, it can be a valuable tool to identify trends and price targets. Sigmund explains using recent examples.
Sigmund Ausfresser
Sigmund first started playing Magic when Visions was the newest set, back in 1997. Things were simpler back then. After playing casual Magic for about ten years, he tried his hand at competitive play. It took about two years before Sigmund starting taking down drafts. Since then, he moved his focus towards Legacy and MTG finance. Now that he's married and works full-time, Sigmund enjoys the game by reading up on trends and using this knowledge in buying/selling cards.
Speculators have emerged in full force recently despite the holidays. Sigmund theorizes why Modern staples are spiking six months before PTQ season.
Black Friday is nearly here, which means markdowns at many MTG retailers. But are all sales a good deal? Sigmund provides some tips to keep in mind this holiday season.
Sigmund has been longing to once again cast Ad Nauseam. Rather than succumb to temptations, he compares the prospects of Legacy and Modern to identify which investments will help him achieve his goals.
The holiday season usually means lighter volume in MTG speculation. Sigmund advises exercising patience when buying and selling during this time.
Shocklands were supposed to be a slam-dunk investment but unforeseen events altered the prospectus. This week Sigmund assesses the damage and considers what may happen next.
Sigmund isn’t coming up with much for the next set of investment opportunities. This week he shares his current thinking on the MTG investing landscape.
Last weekend Sigmund skipped the main event at GP Louisville to focus his energy on selling to dealers. Today he summarizes his observations from this novel experience.
Pro Tour Theros has just concluded and devotion is a hit! But what does that mean for the cards that didn’t get camera time? Sigmund investigates what is likely to move up and what may not.
We have to wait for the Pro Tour for a full picture of the new Standard metagame. But we can also begin to speculate on Theros based on what’s already making waves.
Standard rotation has brought with it many profitable opportunities, but what do we buy next? Sigmund presents some suggestions on where to invest recent gains.
Speculation is rampant as we approach Standard rotation, but recent gains may not be sustainable. Sigmund provides a word of caution on letting emotions guide you.
Knowing when to sell an investment can be one of the toughest aspects of MTG finance. Sigmund breaks down his selling strategy, using fundamental concepts from Economics 101.
