I have been collecting Pokmon cards ever since the first release of Base Set in 1999 here in the United Kingdom
Storing them in a top-of-the-line binder gives you the peace of mind that your cards are safe from wear and tear, environmental damage like moisture and dust, and accidental mishaps like spills or falls
If enough people buy a bad, or obvious card, congratulations, the price went up and you made money
The first player to win three points wins the match (one point for a regular Pokemon, two for a Pokemon ex)
Additionally, if you're interested in the finer points of lighting and equipment, then I highly recommend this article by The Spike Feeders over on TCGPlayerI'm no lighting guru, but their advice has been great for me