Lego Investing & Reselling
Remember that LEGO X-Wing you desperately wanted as a kid but never got? Check its price on eBay today—you might be shocked. That $50 set from 2012 could now fetch $200 or more. Welcome to the fascinating world of LEGO investing, where childhood toys transform into legitimate investment assets that…
This morning, I woke up thinking about some of the comments and concerns I’ve seen from people who are hesitant to get into LEGO investing. What stood out to me is that many of these worries aren’t really about Lego investing itself, but more about stepping outside of their comfort…
Have you ever looked at your kid’s LEGO collection and thought, “There’s probably more value here than in my 401(k)”? Well, you might actually be right. While financial advisors have spent decades steering us toward stocks, bonds, and shiny gold bars, there’s a colorful, interlocking alternative that’s been quietly outperforming…
We’ve already explored how demand drives LEGO values sky-high, but that’s only half the equation. Today, let’s dive into the equally fascinating but often misunderstood world of supply – the critical factor that transforms popular sets into genuine investment unicorns. Think of it this way: demand is the engine, but…
Ever wondered why some LEGO sets gather dust in bargain bins while others become holy grails worth hundreds or even thousands of dollars? The answer lies in understanding demand – the invisible force that turns plastic bricks into gold. Why Some LEGO Sets Become Treasure Chests Let’s face it: LEGO…
I’ve always had questions on this topic, but this is for anyone who hasn’t seen my stuff on this or heard me speak on it before. It’s an important thing to understand when it comes to values rising in the after-market. The Q4 Hype: Is It Really the Best Time…
Every few years, major media outlets publish articles on how investing in LEGO is better than investing in the stock market or gold. In a recent article from The Guardian (source), the value of LEGO has been rising by 11% annually which is a better rate of return than many other…
In recent years, investing in LEGO sets has become an even more popular way of making a side income for many LEGO fans and online business owners. Due to LEGO sets being able to consistently produce incredibly high returns on investment, investing in the sealed LEGO sets, storing them for…
So you’ve got a set or two, perhaps you’ve even amassed a sizeable collection and naturally find yourself wondering what it’s all worth? Fortunately there are sites like eBay, Bricklink, Amazon and Brickset that boast a whole array of resources ready to help you calculate the value of any LEGO…
The word retiring may not be directly associated with LEGO, but in the collector and investment community it is well known that each LEGO set is not produced endlessly. There are multiple reasons that LEGO sets ‘retire’ or end production, so here is a quick list of some of the…