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The way things are going with this new wave of investors, you are going to soon have a lot more of "I hate you" sets.

LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League - Cosmic Clash DVD is on sale for $10 (50% Off) at Amazon and Target. Includes the Cosmic Boy minifig. Depending on tax, either one is a good deal.

Use the 20% off eBay gc I got yesterday to buy the 15% off Sears gc with 8% eBay bucks back? Gc inception.

And so it begins . . . .

75140 - Resistance Troop Transporter - $55.99 (20% off) at Amazon

Getting my teeth into it as we speak, great build so far, you'll definitely enjoy it!!

Well you can still build it..... it just won't go anywhere. Just moc some cinder blocks to put under it.

Earn those 8% eBay bucks: Get a $100 Sears Gift Card for only $85 - Email delivery http://m.ebay.com/itm/Get-a-100-Sears-Gift-Card-for-only-85-Email-delivery-/281961219243?nav=SEARCH

My sign with store name is made out of Lego, no one has stolen a single picture since started using it

Thanks, I was waiting for this one to drop a little. Links http://www.amazon.com/LEGO-DC-Comics-Super-Heroes/dp/B0194C3E20/ http://www.target.com/p/lego-dc-comics-super-heroes-justice-league-cosmic-clash-with-figurine/-/A-50662921

Finally had time to make the 2+ hour trek to Atlanta to one of the LEGO stores for double VIP and picked up the following: 1. 10240 Creator Tower Bridge for $239. Wifey says "the Tower Bridge is mine, and I haven't built it yet. Why don't you buy the damaged box one they have today for me to build and we can save the pristine box one for a rainy day" 2. 71006 Simpson's House for $199 (I decided my recent BN Kwik-E-mart acquisition needed a friend). I picked up an extra 1000 VIP points because the seals were loose on one flap of each box and the manager had to secure them with some extra clear tape. As they are both for personal builds, I welcome the extra $50 discount. No other box damage noted. 3. Complete set of 9 figures from Mixels series 7 for $45. I've only seen these in person at one store so far, with no discounts available. Double VIP seemed reasonable. 4. Pitates chess 40158 for $49. My boys want this this set for Easter, so wifey told me I was buying it. I know better than to argue. 5. Easter chick 40202 for $10. Wifey hands one to me and says "why don't I have one of these yet, they're cute?" (Of course I have 5 coming in the mail Monday). 6. 3 X Ninjago KAI's mini dragon 30422 for $0.

Yes, Canopy and UCS plate are loose.

LEGO Architecture 21024 Louvre $50.98 (15% off/save $9.01) http://www.amazon.com/LEGO-Architecture-21024-Louvre-Building/dp/B00X6A8VDE/

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Im located in Northern New England - about as far from Fred Meyer as possible and I got my local TRU to price match. YMMV but worth a shot. I just argued that it specifically lists FM in their price match policy. The store manager couldn't really argue.

Scooby Doo Mystery Mansion for $62 shipped (bought 2) Use coupon code 15NOW https://jet.com/product/LEGO-Scooby-Doo-Mystery-Mansion-75904/32b336bfc9ab495db893b6ca9b427537

Those of you who picked up TRU gift cards yesterday with the $20 off $100 ebay promotion, here are some quick prices of Star Wars sets if you price match Fred Meyer's current 20% off: Poe's X-Wing 75102 - $63.99 - $51.19 Millennium Falcon 75105 - $119.99 - $95.99 Rey's Speeder 75099 - $15.99 - $12.79 Microfighters - $7.99 - $6.39 Death Star Final Duel 75093 - $63.99 - $51.19 Imperial Shuttle Tydirium 75094 - $79.99 - $63.99 Tie Advannced Prototype 75082 - $31.99 - $25.59 Obi-Wan's Jedi Interceptor 75135 - $19.99 - $15.99

http://www.amazon.com/LEGO-Jurassic-World-Dilophosaurus-Building/dp/B00UPB9RSA?SubscriptionId=AKIAJ7T5BOVUVRD2EFYQ&tag=camelalerts-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00UPB9RSA JW 75916 $23.99 ...and all other JW sets. ...buying lots of JW IR @amazon and target for great price of 111.99, iamabeliever.

If you take a lot of pride in the photos you shoot the only way to prevent lazy people from stealing your photos is to place a water mark on your photos. This is easy to do, but if you have a lot of listings can be quite time consuming. If you choose to do this approach in the future make sure your water mark covers the item and background. this makes it harder to photoshop out. (see image below) Another option is to put a small sign with your store name on it in front of the item. Example

I'm up in t'North where we've not got 2 ha'pennies to rub together never mind spending on t'Lego , so usually stock levels are quite good

Is it just me that thinks TRU UK seen to be tighter than a ducks butt compared to US and European sites?

there is no new box design of the Pet Shop. just a "what if" discussion . battle of the Undercutters is just getting underway as the alchemists try to turn plastic into gold - there has been some furious penny pinching action just this evening looking at the brickpicker stock monitor. If this is what the postEOL future holds, PS is going to make ToO look like a winner. LATEST STOCK AND PRICING CHANGES 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.40 to $186.41 @ Amazon.com (1 hour ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.41 to $186.40 @ Amazon.com (2 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.37 to $186.41 @ Amazon.com (4 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.38 to $186.37 @ Amazon.com (4 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.37 to $186.38 @ Amazon.com (4 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.38 to $186.37 @ Amazon.com (4 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.40 to $186.38 @ Amazon.com (5 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.42 to $186.40 @ Amazon.com (5 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.43 to $186.42 @ Amazon.com (6 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.42 to $186.43 @ Amazon.com (6 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.43 to $186.42 @ Amazon.com (6 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.44 to $186.43 @ Amazon.com (6 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.45 to $186.44 @ Amazon.com (6 hours ago) Price Change 10218-1: Pet Shop changed prices from $186.46 to $186.45 @ Amazon.com (6 hours ago) Price Change

Not an official set, but definitely looks awesome: http://www.thebrickfan.com/new-dk-lego-build-your-own-adventure-books/

I reckon the VW Group will be bought by the Koreans before the T1 retires.

When this one retires, its a race to the bottom$.

Recent weeks, I've been building modular buildings one set per week. So far I've built PS, PC, PR and GE. I'm also working on a project to bricklink 10182, 10185 and 10190.

Wish I had that "problem". I would buy a creased-box Slave I for a 20+% discount in a heartbeat.

Definitely a cool feeling walking out with a 10188 with VIP points even if took a minimum of 4000 dollars (Double VIP) to get there

Yes online and in store.

Chain wide, here's what's on sale for 20% off. http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?s=A-UnitRank&kw=031316lego20&kwCatId=&keywords=031316lego20&sr=1&origkw=031316lego20&page=1 http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId=&kw=031316legoelves&keywords=031316legoelves&origkw=031316legoelves&sr=1&ppg=96 http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?kwCatId=&kw=031316legofire&keywords=031316legofire&origkw=031316legofire&sr=1&ppg=96

It sounds like they were leaked somehow(maybe from a factory). I don't think they would risk their reputation on knockoffs. Maybe there is some minor imperfection. I would prefer to wait for sealed polybag during promotion.

Even if Lego does decide to retire the likes of the PS or T1 in the next few months, you still have to ride the wave of companies such as TRU, John Lewis and Smyths emptying their warehouses full of stock before you will see any half decent return. You only have to look at popular sets such as The Tumbler, with Smyths still holding stock the price isn't likely to increase for a while. You then have to battle the QFLL who are looking to make a £10 profit before their credit card bills are due !! My advice, if you have those sets, put them into storage and forget about them for a few years at least!

T1 is right next to the Exo-Suit in my "I hate you" set list

I like the small sign idea... less hassle with software, editing, etc (though I haven't gotten 'round to making my sign yet). Pro tip: if you sell on multiple platforms, don't use your eBay username on your sign or watermark. (Cuz then you'll have to make a different sign for Brickclassifieds, and Craigslist, etc...or file a duplicate image with different watermark... too much work). I plan on making a basic sign that says "Image copyright J.C. Smith" (or whatever) then use it across all listing platforms. I think the word "copyright" could further deter the image stealer+photoshopper.

If you don't have a WM that is stunting with these recently released sets, here are a few good deals from Kmart.com, especially if you have some SYW coupons or points (and DO check your account there - I woke up this morning to 10,000 extra points for no apparent reason): 41078 Skyra's Mysterious Sky Castle MSRP $79.99 now $66.99 41122 Friends Adventure Camp Tree House MSRP $79.99 now $63.99

184th FS "Razorbacks" F-100D Super Sabre by Ralph Savelsberg

Almost half way the building

Picked up my first Slave 1 today at the Lego Store. I was going to grab the Imperial Shuttle Tydirium but double VIP points changed my mind.

May there be thousands more like you once it has indeed gone EOL!

$100 Target for $83 Shipped on EBAY Use coupon Code: C20Flash Also works on Ebay Gift cards Limit one use per account (Either 1 target or 1 ebay) (Thanks SD)

I have some empty boxes on display when I really like the look of a box. The box size of 10232 Palace Cinema stayed the same between old and new box design. So there must be other reasons as well.

how many is "some" and how many did you sell to this one buyer? it was ridiculous for you to tell them to contact shop at home. anytime you say "could have sworn" it means "i didn't check". for a set that cost you $30 out of pocket and brought you negative feedback, i'd say ok - return the set and i'll give you a refund just to get rid of the feedback (coming from a guy with 100% + feedback since the 1990s). i'm surprised you didn't get a SNAD (significantly not as described) which is why i don't think you were being scammed. scammers like money, not leaving negative feedback.

Assuming Slave I makes it till next Thursday

Derricku - You've pro'ly gotten the message already but I like to talk, so... I made the same mistake when I started out... sold one of my first items at a small loss via auction. I thought eBay was all about auctions, but for selling Lego, BIN is the way to go. Just take a look at the last 12 Friends Grand Hotels sold on eBay (all sold in the last week or so): BuyItNow (price with shipping): $100, $99, $89, $100, $108, $107, $100, $100, $105 Auction: $77 + shipping, $77 + shipping, $73 + shipping That's all the evidence you need that (for this set anyway) auction sellers are dopes I have read that eBay auctions are best for more rare, highly desired items. I've been selling about 2 years now and can't think of any reason to sell anything (even the "rarer" items) in my collection by auction. There are Brickpickers who will dispute this... some use auctions all the time and claim to make big money. But for an item like this, still widely available in stores, and with 140 sellers on eBay, I just don't see that happening.

Well, when I purchase a lego from The lego store or LS@H, I track my purchase price as the amount I pay. All the points I accumulate are free money which I use to discount what I pay on sets in the future. This is better than treating the VIP points as a continual discount on every purchase, which I could use it for, simply by applying some points to every future purchase that equal the points gained by the purchase. But some sets don't need the discount to accumulate in value. Since the vast majority of my sets are SW sets, I don't have to buy any set on discount for it to increase in value. They just might take time before they go up. Now, I would say, any set I'm planning to build and display, I strongly consider and often use VIP points and discount coupons on. That helps to balance out the depreciation, so I don't lose money. I'm very happy with my system for collecting. My goal is somewhat different from someone who might be trying to make money. I'm just trying to not loose money while collecting by trying to keep what I pay relatively close to the products value, which will increase for almost all of them in time.

Exactly, it is purely emotional. No free sets. Almost as if LEGO prices were 5% lower, but you have to spend that saved money on LEGO too. I could actually math it out that in theory best strategy is always using up VIP at next purchase and store money on an interesting bearing savings account. VIP points don't give interest... Too bad that they are low as hell these times.

Over 9000

I had an Asian Guy last month asking me three times if he could get a discount. After three no's from my end, he asked me to include a present to his order. I included a drawing by my five year old daughter.