LegolasGreenelf Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 How can you cut down on the amount of money you spend on the hobby and, instead, using that money for LEGO investment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
@rtisan Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Ask congress/parliament, we all know they`re experts on budgeting 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmc Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 How can you cut down on the amount of money you spend on the hobby and, instead, using that money for LEGO investment? I think that's one benefit of parting out sets. You can build the set if you want, and then sell it, and move on to the next build 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brickcrazyhouse Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Hand over all financial desisions to the wife/gf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolanfan34 Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 I think that's one benefit of parting out sets. You can build the set if you want, and then sell it, and move on to the next build This is also a good reason to buy and sell used sets. I get to build them, and enjoy that fun, then sell them and move on. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxofcorey Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Invest in something you don't like, problem solved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenbart Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 It's like smoking...don't startI built my batman scuba with penguin today... going to try and wait a few days before I build the helicopter with man-bat... see I f I can make the Riddler chase and joker steam roller last a couple of weeks.I have admitted I have a problem though. All 4 sets have already been listed as "used" in my brickfolio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No More Monkeys Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 There's got to be some sort of 7 steps program... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brickcrazyhouse Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 There's got to be some sort of 7 steps program... 7 steps ? someone hasn't ever been forced into rehab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenbart Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 I'd never get into any hard stuff though, the crack-cocaine that are my marvel avengers sets, I built a jabba's palace, coz my mate did it and said give it a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenbart Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 The problems getting bad, when I order 4 sets sets from amazon I hope one has a bit of a damaged box so I have an excuse to open it and build it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenbart Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 I had to delete the web address for argos from my computer for that reason alone.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenchu2000 Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 How about find some hot dates and eventually you will give up on playing Lego? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redghostx Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 7 steps ? someone hasn't ever been forced into rehab They tried... But I said no, no no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spener90 Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 How about find some hot dates and eventually you will give up on playing Lego? But then the hot dates like Lego... Wait, wouldn't that be a dream come true? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpinemaps Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 But then the hot dates like Lego... Wait, wouldn't that be a dream come true? My wife keeps beating me to the sets that I want to build. So, it's kinda a wash. She loves it, I love that she loves it, she's been an enabler, but, I haven't gotten to build the sets I want to build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waddamon Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Self control about sums it up. If you have convinced your self that you're investing then each time you open one and build it , take that requisit amount of money toss it in a trash can and light it on fire. That will cure your addiction. If you want to build something i suggest trackind down something used only. I am itching to build the death star. So i will probably start looking for a used one. My daughter would love that build, take our time nice and slow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hxckid88 Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Attend LA. seek professional help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emodular Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 For most of the sets I want to build, I don't find a significant discount on used when factoring in things like VIP points/Discover cash back/catching sales etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binici Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 I have bought many LEGO sets within the past six months and you need to restrain yourself, that is all. Think about the bigger picture. Perhaps, flip a few sets to pay for your hobby, but business should come first! My ex-girlfriend loves building them and when she comes over, she knows best to ask first if there are any sets she can build... I love SW and I have to limit which sets can be played and displayed, otherwise, I'd be broke. LOL If you find a super awesome deal on sets you are interested in then take the plunge and treat yourself to one or find a great deal on used sets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chopstick Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 You could just buy the minifigures and use the bricks you already have to build. If you need more, the bricks in used bulk or PAB walls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuttfarkas Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Pick a set every six months that you think needs a bit of expanding and then do that. Take your time to think about what you want expand. Use the set, extra LEGO around the house, PAB and other sets that you might only need one or two things from that you can then part out. Last summer/fall I expanded on the Hobbit: Unexpected Journey, recreating the dwarf dinner scene, adding rooms and scenery. I sold off the Hobbit sets that I only used a figure or two from. Now, thru the summer I'm working on an expanded Batcave using the Batman sets. This will be a little more expensive as I'm keeping a lot of the new figures (Nightwing, Tim Drake Robin, Damien Wayne Robin, Batgirl) and Bat vehicles......but I'll still sell off most of the villian mini-figs and vehicles. As an added bonus, I'm also working on a Bat-tank to put in the Batcave.....'> ..... I think planning an involved MOC project (particularly if you already have a stockpile of loose LEGO) helps keep the "urges" down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hxckid88 Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 I have bought many LEGO sets within the past six months and you need to restrain yourself, that is all. Think about the bigger picture. Perhaps, flip a few sets to pay for your hobby, but business should come first! My ex-girlfriend loves building them and when she comes over, she knows best to ask first if there are any sets she can build... I love SW and I have to limit which sets can be played and displayed, otherwise, I'd be broke. LOL If you find a super awesome deal on sets you are interested in then take the plunge and treat yourself to one or find a great deal on used sets?wait why is your ex touching your lego 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emodular Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 wait why is your ex touching your lego intervention time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No More Monkeys Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 wait why is your ex touching your lego Slightly more interesting question - what is his current girlfriend doing, while his ex touching his Lego... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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