Category Archives: Selling Tips

Return to Sender: Dealing with USPS Packages Returned Due to “Insufficient Address”

Posted on September 10, 2015 by BrickingTips

Here’s a shipping problem that’s bound to pop up for any eBay seller at some point–a package that gets returned to sender due to “insufficient address”. An “insufficient address”, according the USPS definition, is mail “without [a] number, street, box number, … Continue reading →

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Some Assembly Required?: To Assemble or Not To Assemble New LEGO Minifigs

Posted on September 3, 2015 by BrickingTips

One of the age old questions among LEGO fans is: should a brand new LEGO minifig arrive assembled or in pieces? According to Bricklink standards, “Minifigs may be listed as new either assembled or unassembled.” (Source: Bricklink.com Item For Sale Condition Help … Continue reading →

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A Guide to the Non-Paying Buyer (NPB) on eBay or Bricklink

Posted on August 27, 2015 by BrickingTips

Most of your buyers will pay for their items instantly or within a few days. Every now and then a week will pass with no payment and no contact from your buyer. You’ve got yourself a possible unpaid item, also … Continue reading →

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

Posted on August 20, 2015 by BrickingTips

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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Location, Location, Location: Choosing Where to Store Your LEGO Inventory in Your Home

Posted on August 13, 2015 by BrickingTips

Whether you’re a serious LEGO seller on eBay or a casual Adult Fan of LEGO (AFOL) collector, choosing a proper inventory storage area plays a vital role in keeping your LEGO pieces safe, clean and undamaged. Here are four factors … Continue reading →

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

Posted on July 30, 2015 by BrickingTips

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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Just for Fun: A List of Common Brick Cliches for LEGO Fans

Posted on July 27, 2015 by BrickingTips

Hey LEGO fans, if you’re looking for a cute brick related cliche or idiom, look no further! Here’s a list of some common brick phrases and idioms that you can pepper into blog posts, message board threads or conversations with fellow … Continue reading →

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A Little ‘Thank You’ Goes a Long Way with Your International Buyers on eBay

Posted on July 23, 2015 by BrickingTips

There’s a super easy way to add a memorable and personal touch to your international eBay orders–writing thank you their native language. In the age of Google and the internet figuring out how to write ‘thank you’ in nearly any language … Continue reading →

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Email Etiquette 101: How to Communicate with Your eBay, Bricklink and Brickowl Buyers

Posted on July 16, 2015 by BrickingTips

Email etiquette is one of the pillars of good customer service for eBay sellers. Good customer boosts buyer loyalty, encouraging repeat customers. Here are three easy ways to hone your email communication with buyers. 1. Make the email message all about your buyer As an online … Continue reading →

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Missing LEGO Parts Misery: Why Sellers Should NOT offer Store Credit for a parts shortage

Posted on July 9, 2015 by BrickingTips

Some Bricklink sellers only offer store credit as compensation for LEGO pieces missing from an order. But store credit for missing LEGO pieces creates several problems and inconveniences for buyers. Store credit holds the buyer’s money hostage, requiring them to make another order … Continue reading →

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