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Buying LEGO on eBay: 4 Fast Tips for Choosing Good Listings and Good Sellers

Posted on September 8, 2016 by BrickingTips

Buying LEGO lots, pieces, sets and minifigures on eBay can sometimes seem overwhelming. There are many factors to consider before buying. Is the item authentic LEGO? How accurate is the condition of the item? Is it possible that the item … Continue reading →

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What’s in a Name?: 5 Ideas for Choosing a Username for Your eBay, BrickLink or BrickOwl Store

Posted on September 1, 2016 by BrickingTips

Whether you a buyer or a seller, choosing a username for your eBay, BrickLink or BrickOwl account is difficult. Many details and considerations play a role in the decision making process. Let’s look at five factors to consider while selecting your … Continue reading →

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I’m Kind Of In a Rush: 5 Downsides of Offering USPS Priority Mail Express to eBay Buyers

Posted on August 25, 2016 by BrickingTips

If you’re an eBay seller capable of shipping an order the same day or next day, then USPS Priority Mail Express may be a valuable rush shipping option your buyers. But offering rush shipping does increase strain on both the … Continue reading →

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Know Your Story: 5 Common Questions About Your LEGO eBay Business That Friends and Family Will Ask You

Posted on August 18, 2016 by BrickingTips

Building your LEGO empire on eBay, BrickLink and BrickOwl is difficult enough, but the more your business grows, the more questions you will need to field from friends, family and acquaintances about your eBay business. Many of the initial questions … Continue reading →

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Buying LEGO Star Wars Polybag Sets: How to Shop for the Best Price on Individual or Bulk Sets

Posted on June 23, 2016 by BrickingTips

Star Wars LEGO polybags provide excellent collectibility and play value for buyers as well as lucrative resale value and investment potential for sellers. Oh, and did I mention that polybags also make super cool birthday party favors and stocking stuffers … Continue reading →

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Why is LEGO Popular?: 5 Reasons LEGO Dominates the Toy Industry

Posted on June 16, 2016 by BrickingTips

Everybody seems to love LEGO, but what makes the little plastic bricks so special? The standard LEGO brick’s patent expired years ago and an abundance of copycat brands and Chinese knockoffs run amok in the global marketplace. Despite expired patent protection, … Continue reading →

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Accepting Returns on eBay: Who Pays Return Shipping and Who’s at Fault

Posted on January 21, 2016 by BrickingTips

Returned eBay items are no fun since they create more work for buyers and sellers alike. Although returns do happen, they may not happen as often as you’d think. Sellers shipping 100-400 items each month can easily go several months … Continue reading →

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Australia Rocks: 5 Reasons to Sell LEGO Internationally to the Land Down Under

Posted on December 24, 2015 by BrickingTips

Both new sellers and seasoned eBay and Bricklink veterans alike sometimes get squeamish about shipping internationally. Shipping internationally does indeed carry added risks and sometimes added expenses (see 8 Reasons NOT to Ship Internationally). Still, if you’d like to test the waters of … Continue reading →

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