Category Archives: General Reference

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

Posted on June 25, 2015 by BrickingTips

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 … Continue reading →

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Organizing Your LEGO Inventory into Presorted Quantities of 10, 50 and 100

Posted on June 11, 2015 by BrickingTips

Whether you’re a LEGO seller, a LEGO builder or both, presorting your pieces into quantities in advance can streamline the process of pulling pieces from your inventory, saving you time and headaches down the road. Using the 10, 50, 100 Quantity … 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

Posted on April 16, 2015 by BrickingTips

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

Posted on April 9, 2015 by BrickingTips

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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Unboxing Checkinglist for Buyers: How to Open Your Online LEGO Purchases from eBay

Posted on February 12, 2015 by BrickingTips

The only thing more exciting than buying LEGO pieces on eBay is finding your order in the mailbox or at the doorstep. Before your tear into the package, hold on! Take a few precautions to make sure the contents of the package arrived undamaged. … Continue reading →

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Amazon, eBay, LEGO.com and Beyond: Where to Buy New LEGO Sets Online

Posted on February 5, 2015 by BrickingTips

If you’ve got a LEGO maniac at home, or maybe you are one yourself, then you are probably wondering where are the best places to buy new LEGO sets. Let’s explore some of your options for buying brand new LEGO sets online. … Continue reading →

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How and Where to Buy Authentic LEGO Minifigures

Posted on January 29, 2015 by BrickingTips

Searching for authentic LEGO minifigures can sometimes be a bit of challenge. Some clones (i.e. LEGO knockoffs), counterfeits and custom figures look strikingly similar to the iconic LEGO minifigure. Here are a few tips on how and where to buy genuine LEGO … Continue reading →

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Coursera, edX, ALISON and more: FREE Business Resources and Classes for Online Sellers

Posted on January 15, 2015 by BrickingTips

Whether you’re an established eBay seller or just starting out, running a business is a constant work in progress and there’s always room for improvement. Luckily, the internet boasts tons of free business resources, ranging from beginner to advanced levels, that can help you hone … Continue reading →

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What Buyers Want: 7 Vital Qualities eBay Buyers Crave

Posted on January 8, 2015 by BrickingTips

What to do eBay buyers want? That’s the million dollar question. Sellers who tap into buyer’s wants earn both sales and customer loyalty…which leads to more sales. Sounds good, right? Let’s dive into the seven vital qualities that eBay buyers crave. … Continue reading →

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A Bricklink Seller’s Guide to Shipping Fee Structures

Posted on January 1, 2015 by BrickingTips

Although Bricklink is moving towards an automated checkout, in the meantime sellers continue to be burdened with the task of creating shipping terms for their buyers in order to describe expected shipping charges for buyers. When choosing a shipping fee … Continue reading →

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