There are number of ways one can buy concert tickets in the secondary market. The firs and commonly method of purchase is known as ‘Person to Person’, buying from a friend with an extra ticket.
‘Person to Person’ Pros: Person to person buying often gives you advantage resulting in paying below face value.
Cons: The choice of location may not be desirable and there is no guarantee for future events.
In edition to ‘Person to Person’ purchase, there are Scalpers. They buy tickets on face value hoping to resale with profit. Most of the time they can be found in the area of the venue prior the start of the event. Thee should be clear separation between Scalpers and legitimate companies that sell tickets in the secondary markets that offer secure checkouts.
The advantage of Scalper is that you can buy last minute prior starting the event. Scalper Cons: you may end up paying multiple of face value of a concert of sports tickets, or asking price may be way higher then your designated budget. Interestingly enough, some venue offer "Scalp Free Zone" for fans to sell extra their tickets. Of course Scalp Free Zones have similar cans and pros.
In edition above mentioned choices, there are ticket websites that operate in the secondary ticket market. They are web based (technology driven hubs) where individuals can post available ticket information and the sale is realized through the web site. According to some industry annalists it is over fifteen billion dollar industry.
Pros for Secondary Ticket Websites is that you get access to sold out tickets on the last minute bases. Often you may end up paying much lower price then expected. They provide professional customer service and secure transaction.
This article provides you with information on secondary concert ticket market to make to make choices that best fits your needs.
