Monthly Archives: April 2015

A Scanner Brightly: The Pros and Cons of Using Scanned Images of LEGO Pieces in eBay Listings

If you’re selling LEGO pieces on eBay then chances are you’ll need to add your own photos to the eBay listing. Since most LEGO pieces are small, detailed, or both small and detailed, you might consider using a scanner to capture … Continue reading

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3 Easy Ways to Slash Your eBay and Paypal Fees

Selling on eBay isn’t cheap. Many sellers have been grumbling about climbing eBay fees for years. Ebay sellers shell out cash for many things including: listing fees, store subscription fees, listing upgrades, 10% eBay final value fees, and 2.9% + $0.30 domestic … Continue reading

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Self Employment Retirement Accounts for eBay sellers: An Overview of SEP IRA, SIMPLE IRA and Solo 401(k) Plans

Whether you’re selling part time or full time on platforms like eBay, consider saving part of your income in a retirement account. This article is intended to provide a brief overview of some of your retirement investment plan options in order … Continue reading

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Income Tax for eBay Sellers: Paying Your Estimated Taxes Accurately and On Time

Disclaimer: This article is meant for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. For tax advice, please seek a tax professional. For the most up to date tax information, refer to IRS.gov. The good news is your eBay … Continue reading

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Build It While You Can: LEGO To Cease Manufacturing by 2025; Goes ‘Online Only’

In an unexpected move, The LEGO Group unveiled a bold new business strategy today: online only LEGO by 2025. The iconic plastic bricks will cease all production by 2025, LEGO officials announced today in a press release, shifting resources to … Continue reading

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