Category Archives: Packing Tips

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

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

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

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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Aw, Snap!: Spotting and Preventing Damage to Fragile LEGO Pieces

Not all LEGO pieces are equal. Some pieces, even ones straight out of the box or new from Pick-a-Brick walls, are more easily scratched, snapped or torn than others. The best eBay and Bricklink sellers anticipate problems even before they happen, so … Continue reading

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7 Time Saving Tips for eBay Sellers: Streamlining Your Selling Process

Whether you’re Bill Gates or Jane Q. Public, everybody gets the same twenty four hours in a day. Check out these seven easy time saving tips for eBay sellers, many of which you can start doing right now! 1. Write an accurate … Continue reading

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5 Benefits of Getting a Post Office Box for Your Online eBay Business

As your eBay business grows, you might consider getting a post office box through the United States Postal Service (USPS). Post office boxes provide a cost effective way to boost privacy, security and convenience. Here are five benefits of renting a … Continue reading

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4 Tips for Packing Securely: It’s all about the tape and ink

Packing items securely can help decrease the number of lost and delayed packages during shipping. That means happier buyers (because they get the stuff they ordered) and fewer headaches for you (since your buyers get the stuff they ordered). Sounds good, … Continue reading

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Nesting vs. Stacking: Packing LEGO Pieces the Smart Way

Many eBay and Bricklink buyers and sellers alike frown upon stacking LEGO pieces, especially if the pieces are sold as “new”. Brand new LEGO pieces, in theory, have never been assembled and stacking pieces is considered to be a form of assembly. Even … Continue reading

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Three Keys to Staying Motivated on eBay: How to Win the Battle of Selling Monotony

Let’s face it, some aspects of selling on eBay can and will become monotonous over time. Some of the likely candidates of monotony induced boredom include: listing new items and order processing/shipping. You will be listings dozens, hundreds or maybe … Continue reading

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A Guide to USPS Friendly Delivery Confirmation Barcode Placement on eBay Packages

Many eBay sellers take advantage of both the convenience and cost savings of printing out online postage through eBay Shipping, Stamps.com, Endicia or USPS.com. Inexpensive or free Delivery Confirmation is one of the best perks of purchasing online postage. But poor label … Continue reading

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