Allison Robertson articles

Movie Magazines

Retro Movie Magazines That Are Now Collector's Items

Discover 25 retro movie magazines that are now valuable collector’s items, ranked from least to most expensive. See which classic titles and celebrity covers are worth big money today.
November 27, 2025 Allison Robertson
Antiques Roadshow

A woman went into a charity shop to buy a raincoat, and left with a £25 antique painting that turned out to be worth thousands.

A guest on Antiques Roadshow brought in a £25 charity‑shop painting she bought on a rainy day — and was stunned when it was valued at between £4,000 and £6,000, proving hidden treasures can turn up in the most ordinary places.
November 26, 2025 Allison Robertson
Credit cards

I paid my rent with one card, then paid that card with another. Now I'm in a loop. Can I escape?

Drowning in credit card debt after using one to pay another? This guide breaks down how to stop the cycle, pay off your balances faster, and finally take back control of your money—without judgment or confusion.
November 24, 2025 Allison Robertson
Skateboards

Old Skateboards That Are Now Worth Big Money

Skateboards from the past aren’t just rad relics—they’re serious collectibles. From 1960s sidewalk surfers to iconic 1980s pro models, certain boards now fetch thousands.
November 24, 2025 Allison Robertson
Rare Books

Rare Books That Sell For Over Six Figures

Whether it's a first edition, an author’s signature, or a famously banned text, some rare books can sell for $100,000 or more at auction.
November 14, 2025 Allison Robertson
Antique book

A worn old book found in a Michigan State University donation bin turned out to be an incredibly rare 17th-century text worth tens of thousands.

A worn old book found in a Michigan State University donation bin turned out to be an incredibly rare 17th-century text worth tens of thousands.
November 14, 2025 Allison Robertson
The Hobbit

A thrift store manager in Scotland discovered a rare 1937 first edition copy of The Hobbit in the back room—then sold it for $13,000.

A thrift-store manager in Scotland discovered a rare 1937 first-edition copy of The Hobbit while sorting donations. It sold for $13,000.
November 13, 2025 Allison Robertson
Vintage pocket knife

Vintage Pocket Knives That Collectors Pay Big Bucks For

From classic American brands to rare European blades, these folding pocket knives are now worth hundreds—sometimes thousands.
November 7, 2025 Allison Robertson
thrift store

A Virginia woman bought a vase for $3.99 at Goodwill, then sold it at an auction for over $107K.

A Virginia woman’s $3.99 Goodwill find turned out to be a rare Murano glass vase designed by Carlo Scarpa — selling at auction for over $100,000 and proving that thrift store treasures are still out there waiting to be found.
November 7, 2025 Allison Robertson