• When considering collectibles, first purchase items you love
In the KEYS to collecting, the first letter is K, which points us to what we should we Keep.

• Columnist can direct readers to honest antique dealers
Sun News readers are properly skeptical about finding honest individuals to deal with, especially when it comes to antiques and collectibles.

• Time-honored tips can help collectors purchase wisely in economic storm
These economic times prompt many interesting questions about collectibles, especially those that involve future and ongoing values.

• This Santa brings early surprise for its owner
I recently read an interesting article about foreign flea markets, which described their recent struggle to survive. The article cited Internet auctions, slower tourism, a weak dollar and the skyrocketing prices of some antiques as some major reasons for their woes.