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Where to Buy Used Lots of LEGO Pieces

Posted on December 17, 2015 by BrickingTips

Whether you’re looking for inventory to build up your LEGO business or just want to find some hidden gems for your personal LEGO collection, used lots can be an affordable option. Here’s a rundown of some common places to find … Continue reading →

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Baby with the Bathwater: Labeling Packing Material to Prevent Buyers from Throwing Away LEGO Pieces

Posted on December 10, 2015 by BrickingTips

The last thing you or your eBay buyer wants is for them to accidentally throw away part of their order or believe they received an incomplete order (it’s painful to even read about, right?). That’s why whenever you pack LEGO orders … Continue reading →

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Still Haven’t Found What They’re Looking For: Helping Your eBay Customers find LEGO items you don’t have in stock

Posted on December 3, 2015 by BrickingTips

Sometimes customers will contact you looking for LEGO pieces in colors or quantities you don’t have in your inventory. Rather than just sending a standard “Sorry, I don’t have that item in stock” message, you could roll up your sleeves and point … Continue reading →

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How to Avoid Buying Knockoff LEGO Minifigs on eBay

Posted on November 26, 2015 by BrickingTips

Knockoff LEGO minifigs and pieces run rampant in the eBay marketplace. Many buyers find distinguishing authentic LEGO minifigs from cheap knockoffs confusing and challenging. Educating yourself on the common signs of knockoff LEGO minifigs is key to preventing inadvertently buying cheaply made … Continue reading →

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Shipping Insurance 101 for eBay, Bricklink and Brickowl Sellers

Posted on November 19, 2015 by BrickingTips

Many first time sellers on eBay, Bricklink or Brickowl worry about lost or damaged shipments. They fear wasting time and losing hard earned money. Here’s what you need to know before decided to insure your shipments. Secure packing and proper shipping labels … Continue reading →

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How to Prevent “New” LEGO Pieces from Becoming “Used”

Posted on November 12, 2015 by BrickingTips

Your new LEGO pieces can easily become used, or perceived by your buyers as used, if you’re not careful. Here are some ways to keep your new pieces in new condition. 1. Dust or dirt accumulation If you don’t store … Continue reading →

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7 Things to Know Before You Start Selling LEGO (or anything else) on eBay

Posted on November 5, 2015 by BrickingTips

Some people may think that selling on eBay part or full time is an “easy” gig. In reality selling is much more complicated than many new sellers expect. Here are seven things to know before you start selling on eBay. 1. … Continue reading →

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It’s Not USPS, It’s Me: Why Some of Your eBay Packages Get “Lost” in the Mail

Posted on October 29, 2015 by BrickingTips

It’s easy to blame the United States Postal Service for missing packages, but sometimes a lost package is going to be your fault. I know it’s not easy to hear, but it’s true. Here are four reasons within your control that your USPS packages … Continue reading →

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The Genuine Article: Proving LEGO Authenticity to eBay Buyers

Posted on October 22, 2015 by BrickingTips

Every now and then an eBay buyer will message you something along the lines of, “Hey, I received pieces that aren’t real LEGO. What gives?” But they are real LEGO pieces, because you only sell genuine LEGO pieces. So how can a … Continue reading →

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5 Benefits of Writing a LEGO Themed Blog

Posted on October 15, 2015 by BrickingTips

Whether you’re buying or selling LEGO online, launching your own LEGO themed blog boasts many personal and professional benefits. 1. Showcase your MOCs Many LEGO sellers are also LEGO builders. Why not create your own online gallery, featuring your homemade … Continue reading →

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