Do your research is now my motto.

I just had a great time purchasing some 'wanted' lighthouses both on eBay and Marketplace. Two were purchased on eBay - one current at below retail, one retired at below market and retail. These were from a dealer I have bought from before so I trust the quailty. Two were purchased through the Marketplace - both retired - one at retail/market and one below retail/market. I am a trusting soul so I believe these will also be in great shape. (Shipping charges are ignored.)

Using both resources and the Greenbook price guide and Collector's Value Guide books for current prices I feel I did pretty good. I feel getting what you want for what you want to pay just takes time and some effort. Without my computer and the Internet I probably would not have been able to add to my collection as much as I have in the past year. Although I would have more money in the bank.

Jim