RISK DISCLOSURE FOR HIGH-VALUE COLLECTIBLES

This Risk Disclosure outlines the inherent risks associated with buying, selling, and investing in high-value collectibles on AllStarBids.

By using AllStarBids, users acknowledge and accept these risks.

1. Market Volatility

Collectibles markets are subject to:

• Rapid price fluctuations

• Speculative demand

• Trends driven by player performance, popularity, and media exposure

Past performance does not guarantee future value.

2. Authenticity and Grading Risks

While AllStarBids encourages third-party authentication:

• Grading is opinion-based

• Standards vary by grader

• Future regrading may differ

AllStarBids does not guarantee grading outcomes unless explicitly stated.

3. Liquidity Risk

High-value collectibles:

• May not sell quickly

• Are not guaranteed resale

• May require price reductions to attract buyers

Users should not assume immediate liquidity.

4. Condition Sensitivity

Minor damage, handling, or environmental exposure can:

• Significantly reduce value

• Void grading

• Affect insurability

Users are responsible for proper storage and handling.

5. Fraud and Counterfeit Risk

Despite safeguards:

• Sophisticated forgeries exist

• Fraudulent actors may attempt circumvention

AllStarBids employs mitigation measures but cannot eliminate all risk.

6. Regulatory and Tax Risk

Collectibles may be subject to:

• Capital gains tax

• Import/export restrictions

• Changing legal treatment

Users are responsible for compliance with tax and regulatory obligations.

7. Insurance and Loss Risk

AllStarBids does not insure user-owned items unless explicitly stated. Loss, theft, or damage during shipping or storage may not be recoverable without separate insurance.

8. Technology & Platform Risk

As with all digital platforms:

• Outages may occur

• Cyber risks exist

• Access disruptions may happen

AllStarBids maintains safeguards but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service.

9. No Investment Advice

AllStarBids does not provide financial or investment advice. Users should conduct independent research before transactions.

10. Acceptance of Risk

By using AllStarBids, users acknowledge and accept the risks described herein.

11. Contact Information

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