Purchase Log
Track every card you buy. Log date, price, platform, and condition — then see where your money goes with spending analytics by sport, platform, month, and condition.
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Start logging your card purchases to track spending, see analytics, and identify patterns.
Purchase Tracking Tips
Log Everything
Even small purchases add up. Tracking $5 pickups helps you see where your money actually goes. Most collectors underestimate spending by 30-50%.
Review Monthly
Check your analytics tab at the end of each month. Are you overspending on one sport? One platform? Monthly reviews prevent budget creep.
Export for Taxes
If you sell cards, your purchase log is your cost basis documentation. The CSV export creates a tax-ready record of acquisition costs.
Track Platform Costs
eBay has fees, card shows have travel costs. Your per-platform spending reveals true costs. Factor in shipping and platform fees for accurate P&L.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from the Flip Journal?
The Flip Journal tracks buy-and-sell transactions to calculate profit. The Purchase Log tracks ALL card purchases — including cards you keep in your collection. It is a spending tracker, not a profit tracker. Use both: Purchase Log for everything you buy, Flip Journal for cards you resell.
Where is my data stored?
All purchase data is saved in your browser's local storage. It never leaves your device and is not uploaded to any server. Clear your browser data and it is gone. Use the CSV Export feature to create a permanent backup of your purchase history.
Can I use this for tax purposes?
The CSV export includes date, card name, price, and platform — the key fields needed for cost basis documentation. If you sell cards at a profit, the IRS considers this taxable income. Your Purchase Log provides the acquisition cost records you need to calculate capital gains. Consult a tax professional for specific advice.
How should I track card show purchases?
Select "Card Show" as the platform and enter the exact price paid. Use the Notes field to record the show name and location (e.g., "National 2025 Chicago"). This helps you compare card show pricing to online platforms over time.
What insights will I get from the analytics?
The analytics tab shows: total spending, average price per card, spending by sport (are you over-indexed on one sport?), spending by platform (where do you buy most?), monthly spending trends (is your spending increasing?), and spending by condition (raw vs graded). Most collectors are surprised by what they learn.