Being a ticket broker isn’t just about picking the right seats — it’s about having the right tools at your disposal. Whether it’s a specific credit card to unlock a presale or knowing how to handle Canadian events from the U.S., every detail counts.

Here’s a round-up of key tools, tips, and accounts we recommend every TBUPRO member have in their setup to stay sharp and competitive.

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💳 Best Credit Cards for Ticket Brokers

Let’s start with the basics. Some of the most lucrative onsales are exclusive to certain cardholders — if you don’t have the right card, you’re locked out.

Must-Have Cards:

• Citi® Credit Card – Unlocks access to Citi Presales
  
• American Express® (Amex) – Especially for “American Express® Experiences” or early access presales
  
• Capital One® – Not as frequent, but some presales are specific to this issuer
  

💡 These cards don’t just help you buy earlier — they also let you beat the average buyer to the best inventory.

📌 Pro Tip from TBUPRO: Keep track of which card is linked to which accounts (TM, AXS, etc.) so you’re never fumbling at checkout.

📲 Additional Accounts That Unlock Presale Access

Credit cards are crucial — but they’re not the whole picture.

Many tours and venues run exclusive presales through brand partnerships, and having access to these platforms gives you a massive edge.

Presale Access Tools:

• T-Mobile Tuesdays App – Weekly ticket drops & early access
  
• Verizon Up – Frequent access to Live Nation & AXS presales
  
• Cash App – Occasionally offers presales for hip-hop and festival circuits
  

We recommend creating or borrowing these accounts where possible — even having a backup phone number or email tied to them can make a big difference.

📦 What to Do If an Event is Will Call Only

Will call shows can be a pain for brokers — especially if you can’t deliver the ticket electronically. In most cases, if we see an event is will call only, we simply pass on the buy.

That said, there is a workaround if:

• You’re local to the venue
  
• You (or a rep) can physically pick up the tickets
  
• You’re able to hand-deliver them to the buyer
  

Would we recommend this for every situation? Definitely not. But if the margins are huge and the show is close to home, it might be worth the effort.

🧠 TBUPRO Tip: Always double-check delivery options before buying. A will-call only buy from 5 states away = automatic L.

🇨🇦 How to Buy Canadian Tickets as a U.S. Broker

Here’s the good news: you can absolutely buy Canadian tickets from the U.S.

How it works:

1. At checkout, select United States as your billing country.
   
2. Enter your billing info like normal.
   
3. Be aware of currency conversion fees — your credit card will charge you in CAD, and not every card handles that well.
   

🎯 Best Move: Use a credit card that doesn’t charge foreign transaction fees to avoid losing 2–3% on every order.

Final Thoughts

Success in this industry often comes down to access — and the brokers who win consistently are the ones who plan ahead. Having the right credit cards, knowing which presales matter, and understanding edge cases like will call events or cross-border purchases is all part of the game.

Inside TBUPRO, we cover these tips daily and help members stay ahead of the curve — not just for the hot drops, but for the systems behind the scenes that set them up for long-term wins.

👉 Join TBUPRO via Whop and get access to:

• Live flips
  
• Presale alerts
  

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