Obviously I would like to pay less for filler and depending on condition roughly $5 per for bigger lots if tougher to find and higher grade may go up to $7 but that would be the most I would want to pay per book. I am usually pretty happy when I get them in $3-5 range.
I agree with the same sentiments.
I've posted some that I've found at cover price, but ....
Even at $3 to $4 a piece for a rando can eat into the "fun or mad funds". It may sound silly but I dont have it like that the way I've budgeted.
I've taken pics in store and posted to the boards, idk why, just so if they were unknown someone may mention.
When I started I was big on Newsstand "editions", that the price differs from the direct version. Those get a label notation, and it may not be a 1st appearance but it gave me a thrill of the hunt.... if that helps.
I still have some low census population that are never talked about and I dont really post cause all they are are the "editions" Newsstand with nothing else of note
It's up to you! It can all feel a bit fools gold ish, if nothing else like a 1st, origin, or other normal attractive feature.
Just try to take the time, see if it suits you, since you may have a homey hole. I mean it's there, if you dont, I'm almost positive someone else will, well it seems likely.
But ya it can be a bit time consuming and fools errands but if it hits you as the thrill of the hunt, it CAN be rewarding