Brick Selling Bootcamp: How to Leverage the BrickLink Forums for LEGO Selling Advice

Want an instant boost of insight into selling LEGO pieces? Check out the Bricklink.com Discussion Forums. Whether you sell your LEGO pieces on Bricklink or not, the Bricklink.com Discussion Forums provide invaluable tips on the selling and buying experience.

Peruse or participate in “What would you do?” posts
The Bricklink forums feature many helpful “What would you do?” posts. Some topics addressed include: lost package etiquette, domestic and international shipping questions, who’s at fault during a variety of problem orders, and more! There are many solutions to the same problem and different members weigh in with different opinions.

Create “What piece is this?” posts to identify unknown pieces

As you’re sorting out mixed LEGO lots, you might discover LEGO pieces that you can’t identify. If you’re having trouble finding a piece in the Bricklink catalogue, post a photo of your mystery item in the Bricklink forums. The friendly and knowledgeable Bricklink community often responds to “What piece is this?” inquiries within minutes, linking you to the catalogue entry for the piece.

Stay ahead of the curve on LEGO related news stories
The Bricklink community does an excellent job of keeping up with all news LEGO, both of the positive and negative variety. You’ll find members discussing newly released sets, promotional and exclusive LEGO items, sales at stores like Target, or even busted LEGO theft rings (!!).

Grab the popcorn and witness member feuds and arguments
Every now and then arguments between Bricklink members flare up in front of everyone in forums. Entertainment value aside, childish language and petty arguments provide an excellent example of what NOT to do. Learn from the mistakes of others and you’ll be better off for it.

Bricklink.com Discussion Forums
http://www.bricklink.com/messageList.asp

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