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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;BooksB4Coins, post: 1806011, member: 36230&quot;]Talk to and be honest with them. All I do anymore is client based, and can tell you from experience that communication and reasonable expectations (for both parties) are of the utmost importance.</p><p><br /></p><p>Be very clear and concise about what you want, and leave nothing open to interpretation unless you want this and/or are willing to settle. As you know, there is, or should I say can be more to coins than a grade, so don&#039;t expect the dealer to read your mind. If you want only PCGS, CAC, etc, be sure to make this clear. If you change your mind or no longer want the coin, let them know as soon as possible. Basically, just use common sense.</p><p><br /></p><p>Price is also something that needs to be discussed upfront, especially if you&#039;re looking for a genuinely tough coin in a very specific condition. While it is okay to be firm to your standards and reject a coin because of this, don&#039;t abuse it or use so-called standards as an excuse to try to negotiate a small discount. If the dealer is worthwhile, you both should be working towards building a mutually beneficial business relationship, and nonsense games are not the way to do this. One thing I must stress is that if you have an extensive list, make your priorities and financial abilities clear; don’t list $10k worth of coins if you’re only able to spend $1k at a time; little is more frustrating and hurts the chance of future business than going out of your way to fill a request and only then be told they do not have the money, be asked to hold, or accept payments.</p><p><br /></p><p>Realize that all dealers are not equal, and set your expectations to the individual. There are plenty of guys out there who do want lists that, to put it nicely, really shouldn&#039;t be. Well known does not automatically mean the best either; let the dealer prove himself and his worth to you. Just because some guy attends shows, displays a basic knowledge of your interests, and will buy for you, this doesn&#039;t mean he&#039;s a wise choice. Also, do understand that not every coin is worth every dealer’s time; if you’re looking for low dollar dime a dozen type material, don’t expect a guy who primarily focuses on higher value coins to want the work.</p><p><br /></p><p>There is a lot that can be said about this, but what it all boils down to is communication and respect. Even with all the nonsense today, I still believe this can be a gentlemanly business at heart, so as long as you do your part, play fair, and are reasonable, and as long as the dealer is willing to do the same, all should work out well.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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