{"id":549,"date":"2025-07-01T16:38:11","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T16:38:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/realdealsportslongisland.com\/?page_id=549"},"modified":"2026-01-07T19:16:38","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T19:16:38","slug":"mail-in-instructions-and-address","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/realdealsportslongisland.com\/?page_id=549","title":{"rendered":"Mail \u2013In Instructions and Address"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"549\" class=\"elementor elementor-549\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-17ed29e elementor-section-height-min-height elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-items-middle\" data-id=\"17ed29e\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Mail-In Instructions and Shipping Guidelines<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3f03d2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b3f03d2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong><span lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic', sans-serif;\">Important Notice Before Sending Your Items<\/span><\/strong><\/h3><p>By purchasing a ticket, you agree that we are not responsible for any lost or damaged mail. Items will not be replaced or refunded, in full or in part, regardless of tracking, scan, or delivery status. It is your personal choice to mail items with or without tracking, and you do so entirely at your own risk. For the best outcome, please read and follow these instructions carefully.<\/p><h5><strong>Step One \u2014 Purchase Your Ticket and Select Options<\/strong><\/h5><p>Before preparing your item, ensure that your ticket is purchased through the official website.<\/p><p>If you would like an inscription added to your item, you must include it while placing your order.<\/p><p>Inscription requests cannot be added later, so double-check your ticket details carefully<\/p><h5>Step Two \u2014 Prepare Your Item for Signing<\/h5><p>All items must be removed from original packaging before mailing to avoid delays.<br \/>Make sure your label is placed directly on the item list to keep everything organized.<\/p><h3><strong>For Cards and Flat Items:<\/strong><\/h3><p>Write your full name on a sticky note and attach it to the back of the item.<\/p><p>Attach a sticky note on the front with clear instructions:<\/p><p>Where you want the autograph placed Preferred pen color Any specific inscription requestsWhether you want a COA (Certificate of Authenticity)<\/p><h6><strong>For Balls, Bats, Helmets, Jerseys, and Other Non-Flat Items:<\/strong><\/h6><p>Use sticky notes for instructions and attach them with painter\u2019s tape to a piece of paper secured to your item. Include detailed instructions: The exact location where you want the signature Preferred ink color Requested inscriptions, if anyWhether you require a COA<\/p><p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Following these preparation steps helps avoid confusion during the signing process.<\/p><h4><strong>Step Three \u2014 Include Return Postage with Your Package<\/strong><\/h4><p>Return postage is mandatory for your item to be shipped back. Without it, your package will not be returned.<\/p><ul><li>Include a self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE) for smaller items like cards and flats.<\/li><li>For larger collectibles, include a prepaid shipping label inside the package.<\/li><li>Your item will not ship back until the signing event is completed.<\/li><li>If the signing gets rescheduled, additional time may be required for return shipping.<\/li><li>Items sent without proper return postage will incur a $15 handling fee before being returned.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong>Step Four \u2014 Follow Deadlines Carefully<\/strong><\/h4><p>To ensure your item is included in the event:<\/p><ul><li>Mail your item before the specified deadline mentioned on your ticket.<\/li><li>Items arriving after the deadline may not be processed for signing.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong>Additional Guidelines to Keep in Mind<\/strong><\/h4><ul><li>Signature Quality Disclaimer We cannot control how an athlete signs your item, as signatures vary in size, style, and placement. Refunds are not provided based on dissatisfaction with the signature\u2019s appearance.Card Preparation<br \/>Ensure your cards are properly prepped before mailing. Bubbling, smearing, or surface issues caused during signing are not covered.<\/li><li>Event SpecificInstructions Always refer to your ticket for additional signing instructions, as they may vary depending on the athlete or event.<\/li><\/ul><h4><strong>Mailing Address<\/strong><\/h4><p>Always use the mailing address provided on your ticket.<br \/>Please note that the address may change for different signing events, so confirm the details before shipping your items.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b99b964 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b99b964\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"417\" src=\"https:\/\/realdealsportslongisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/f28b59_40098a4e522a481cb4d8353e0de0acd6mv2.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-554\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/realdealsportslongisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/f28b59_40098a4e522a481cb4d8353e0de0acd6mv2.avif 1010w, https:\/\/realdealsportslongisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/f28b59_40098a4e522a481cb4d8353e0de0acd6mv2-600x313.jpg 600w, https:\/\/realdealsportslongisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/f28b59_40098a4e522a481cb4d8353e0de0acd6mv2-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/realdealsportslongisland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/f28b59_40098a4e522a481cb4d8353e0de0acd6mv2-768x401.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>home Mail-In Instructions and Shipping Guidelines Important Notice Before Sending Your Items By purchasing a ticket, you agree that we are not responsible for any lost or damaged mail. 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