Question 1

What fees does TCGPlayer charge sellers?

Accepted Answer

TCGPlayer charges a marketplace commission (10.25% standard, 9.25% with BinderPOS) and a payment processing fee (2.5% + $0.30 domestic, 3.5% + $0.30 international). Pro sellers also pay a 2.5% Pro fee for access to advanced tools. All commission fees are capped at $50 per product.

Question 2

What is BinderPOS and should I use it?

Accepted Answer

BinderPOS is an inventory management system that integrates with TCGPlayer. Sellers who use BinderPOS get a 1% discount on commission fees (9.25% instead of 10.25%). If you're a serious seller with large inventory, the 1% savings can add up quickly and the inventory tools are valuable.

Question 3

What is TCGPlayer Pro?

Accepted Answer

TCGPlayer Pro is a premium seller program that provides advanced tools like custom websites, automated repricing, and platform integrations. Pro sellers pay an additional 2.5% fee on online sales. It's best for established stores looking to scale their business.

Question 4

How much does shipping cost on TCGPlayer?

Accepted Answer

Sellers are responsible for shipping costs. Typical costs: $0.55-1.00 for PWE (plain white envelope) on low-value orders, $4-8 for tracked bubble mailers on orders over $20. TCGPlayer Direct sellers pay a Direct Shipping Replacement Cost instead.

Question 5

What is TCGPlayer Direct?

Accepted Answer

TCGPlayer Direct is a fulfillment program where you send inventory to TCGPlayer's warehouse, and they handle storage, picking, packing, and shipping. You pay a Direct Shipping Replacement Cost per order instead of shipping yourself. It's great for high-volume sellers who want to automate fulfillment.

Question 6

Are there seller level discounts like StockX?

Accepted Answer

No, TCGPlayer does not offer seller level discounts based on sales volume. The commission rate is flat at 10.25% (or 9.25% with BinderPOS) regardless of how much you sell. The only way to reduce fees is through BinderPOS or avoiding the Pro fee.

Question 7

What is the $50 commission cap?

Accepted Answer

The marketplace commission fee and Pro fee are each capped at $50 per individual product. This means if you sell a $1,000 Black Lotus card, you'll pay $50 commission (not $102.50). The cap applies separately to each fee, so Pro sellers could pay up to $100 total in capped fees.

Question 8

When do I get paid on TCGPlayer?

Accepted Answer

TCGPlayer pays sellers within 5-10 business days after the buyer receives the order. Payment is deposited to your linked bank account or PayPal. You can track pending and completed payments in your seller dashboard.

Question 9

Do I need to collect sales tax?

Accepted Answer

No, TCGPlayer automatically calculates, collects, and remits sales tax on your behalf in all states that require it. You don't need to worry about sales tax compliance - TCGPlayer handles it as part of the marketplace facilitation laws.

Question 10

Will I receive a 1099-K for card sales?

Accepted Answer

Yes, TCGPlayer is required to issue a 1099-K if you have more than $2,500 in gross sales in 2025 (the threshold was $600 but IRS delayed it). You must report all card sales income on your tax return, even if you don't receive a 1099-K.

Question 11

Can I deduct TCGPlayer fees on my taxes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all TCGPlayer fees (commission, Pro fee, payment processing) are tax-deductible business expenses if you're selling as a business. Also deduct shipping costs, packaging supplies, inventory costs, and BinderPOS subscription. Keep detailed records for Schedule C reporting.

Question 12

How does this calculator save my data?

Accepted Answer

Your inputs are automatically saved to your browser's local storage, so when you return, your previous values are restored. No data is sent to our servers - everything stays private on your device. Clear your browser data to reset.

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