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ITH THE GROWING POPULARITY of trading cards, many people want to collect but aren't sure how to get started. With so many different products on the mar- ket, new or aspiring collectors can feel overwhelmed. This article will help break down those barriers by providing useful suggestions to get your collection started. Starting Your Collection There are many different ways to collect, but a good way to start is to focus on collecting your favorite teams and play- ers. It's also fun to collect with friends and family so that you can share and trade cards with each other. Collecting cards offers a great opportunity for kids and parents to spend quality time together talking about their favorite players, teams and sports moments. Additionally, it helps teach kids the value of saving and keeping their belongings in good condition. Some great trading card prod- ucts to start with are Upper Deck ® Series One hockey and Series Two hockey, which offer extensive checklists of players for new col- lectors, including highly coveted Young Guns ® rookie cards. What Type of Cards Should I Collect? Today's trading cards offer some- thing for everyone. A pack of cards can range anywhere from $1 to over $100. Each product generally offers different content and inserts, such as rookie and autograph cards, to name a few. Where Can I Purchase Cards? A great place for collectors to buy is in local hobby card shops, where you can fi nd a great variety and tap into the staff's expert knowledge. You can also get card holders, collector's albums, insert pages and other collecting necessities. If you are shopping online, look for a list of Upper Deck Authorized Internet Retailers at UpperDeck.com/ Business-To-Business/Authorized_group_breakers.aspx. In addition, Upper Deck also offers an online platform called Upper Deck e-Pack where collectors from all over the world can buy, sell or trade cards, all from the convenience of home. Users can pick which cards they'd like to have shipped to them and store others in an online collection to redeem later for rewards, reducing the amount of clutter collecting can create. You can try it out today with a free pack by signing up for an e-Pack account at UpperDeckEpack.com. Trading Card Values The value of a trading card is based on many factors, including a player's popularity, demand from other collectors, rarity, brand and the con- dition of the card. Today, the most valuable cards are typically tied to an athlete's rookie season, or have autographs or equipment swatches embed- ded in the cards. Keeping Your Cards Safe & In Good Condition Once you've started your collection, you will want to make sure you take good care of your cards. Like most things, the better the condition, the more valu- able they will be. Cards that have bent corners or other issues that prevent them from being in "mint condition" will have less value. To learn more about collecting cards, trading card lingo, and different card brands, visit UpperDeck.com/Collectors-Zone. START IT UP! A D V E R T O R I A L There are many different ways to collect, The value of a trading card is based on many factors, including a player's popularity, demand from other collectors, rarity, brand and the con- dition of the card. Today, the most valuable cards are typically tied to an athlete's rookie season, or have autographs or equipment swatches embed- ded in the cards. Keeping Your Cards Safe & In Good Condition Once you've started your collection, you will want to make sure you take good care of your cards. Like most things, the better the condition, the more valu- able they will be. Cards that have bent corners or other issues that prevent them from being in "mint condition" will have less value. To learn more about collecting cards, trading card A Quick Guide to Starting Your Trading Card Collection D VICTOR HEDMAN Open a FREE pack of cards every day at UpperDeckEpack.com Open a FREE pack of cards every day! TRADING CARDS