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Articles about vinyl collecting, music news, and how to get the most out of CrateMate.
Guides
Don't Catfish Your Trade: The Art of the Perfect Vibe-Check
Learn how to grade your records honestly and build a reputation that keeps traders coming back. From visual grading to play-grades, here's how to avoid being 'that guy'.
CrateMate TeamDec 3, 20255 min read
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Why Selling Records Internationally Is a Financial Disaster (And How Swapping Solves It)
Discover why international vinyl sales eat into your profits and how record swapping offers a smarter, more affordable alternative for collectors worldwide.
CrateMate TeamDec 3, 20255 min read
Guides
Getting Started with CrateMate
A step-by-step guide to setting up your profile and listing your first record on CrateMate.
CrateMate TeamDec 3, 20254 min read
Guides
Dead Stock is Dead Money: Why Your Unsold Merch is Actually a Goldmine
That box of unsold records gathering dust? It's not clutter—it's a bank account waiting to be unlocked. Learn how to turn your dead stock into a diverse collection.
CrateMate TeamDec 3, 20254 min read