mmmike
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by mmmike on Dec 24, 2010 16:19:21 GMT 1, There is so much complaining about flippers on this site. It is hypocritical and boring.
People claim to be real fans, that would never flip a print. If that is true you have too much money or not enough brains.
I did not get a CYW. I would have paid more than the original price, I would have camped out if I were in London. But for me the current selling price is too much. That is life. I have no problem with people trying to sell for a profit. Why not? Do you get mad at someone for flipping stocks? What is the difference?
The price Iโm willing to pay is more a reflection of my financial situation than my love of art. Had I got a print I would have been thrilled and would be very happy to frame it, and have it on my wall for years to come. That said if someone were to offer me 4,000GBP for it. I would sell it in a heart beat. That does not mean I appreciate the art any less than someone who holds on to it or pays 4,000 GBP it is more a function of the financial situation. There is not one person on this forum who wouldnโt sell all of their art for some price. The only question is what is that price? So donโt be a hypocrite, if someone is flipping something donโt hate. You would do the same if the price was right or if you were not as well off financially.
And for the record I think I have sold 4 prints in my life only one was above what I paid for it after owning it for more than 2 years, the others I have sold at a loss.
To me a real fan is someone who is happy an artist they like is doing well not upset that someone is selling the artists work for a profit. A real fan is someone who lines up for museum shows not print releases. A real fan buys books, posters or cheap knock offs on ebay and isnโt concerned about condition and if something is signed or how many were released.
Iโm not there yet. I love the economics of the art markets. It fascinates me as much as the art itself. Some may look down on some of my opinions but at least Iโm not a hypocrite.
If you think you are somehow better than a flipper go back and look at your posts on this forum and see what per cent of your posts relate to the art, its meaning and the artists intent VS how many relate to buying, selling, prices and flipping. When was the last time you got as worked up about a great piece of art that you had no chance of owning (street art or a something at a museum) as you did about a print release? I suspect those who do are not the same as the people b**ching about flippers.
All Iโm saying is get off your high horse and enjoy the art, buy, sell, speculate on prices or what ever floats your boat just donโt be a hypocrite about it.
That is my rant of the day.
Peace.
There is so much complaining about flippers on this site. It is hypocritical and boring.
People claim to be real fans, that would never flip a print. If that is true you have too much money or not enough brains.
I did not get a CYW. I would have paid more than the original price, I would have camped out if I were in London. But for me the current selling price is too much. That is life. I have no problem with people trying to sell for a profit. Why not? Do you get mad at someone for flipping stocks? What is the difference?
The price Iโm willing to pay is more a reflection of my financial situation than my love of art. Had I got a print I would have been thrilled and would be very happy to frame it, and have it on my wall for years to come. That said if someone were to offer me 4,000GBP for it. I would sell it in a heart beat. That does not mean I appreciate the art any less than someone who holds on to it or pays 4,000 GBP it is more a function of the financial situation. There is not one person on this forum who wouldnโt sell all of their art for some price. The only question is what is that price? So donโt be a hypocrite, if someone is flipping something donโt hate. You would do the same if the price was right or if you were not as well off financially.
And for the record I think I have sold 4 prints in my life only one was above what I paid for it after owning it for more than 2 years, the others I have sold at a loss.
To me a real fan is someone who is happy an artist they like is doing well not upset that someone is selling the artists work for a profit. A real fan is someone who lines up for museum shows not print releases. A real fan buys books, posters or cheap knock offs on ebay and isnโt concerned about condition and if something is signed or how many were released.
Iโm not there yet. I love the economics of the art markets. It fascinates me as much as the art itself. Some may look down on some of my opinions but at least Iโm not a hypocrite.
If you think you are somehow better than a flipper go back and look at your posts on this forum and see what per cent of your posts relate to the art, its meaning and the artists intent VS how many relate to buying, selling, prices and flipping. When was the last time you got as worked up about a great piece of art that you had no chance of owning (street art or a something at a museum) as you did about a print release? I suspect those who do are not the same as the people b**ching about flippers.
All Iโm saying is get off your high horse and enjoy the art, buy, sell, speculate on prices or what ever floats your boat just donโt be a hypocrite about it.
That is my rant of the day.
Peace.
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artylang
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by artylang on Dec 24, 2010 16:52:39 GMT 1, You're the man. A million percent on point.
You're the man. A million percent on point.
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pezlow
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by pezlow on Dec 24, 2010 16:58:38 GMT 1, I'm with you up to a point but there is plenty of art that people have they wouldn't sell. I have at least five pieces that are so close to my heart I would take them to the grave with
me.
I'm with you up to a point but there is plenty of art that people have they wouldn't sell. I have at least five pieces that are so close to my heart I would take them to the grave with
me.
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mmmike
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by mmmike on Dec 24, 2010 17:18:29 GMT 1, I'm with you up to a point but there is plenty of art that people have they wouldn't sell. I have at least five pieces that are so close to my heart I would take them to the grave with me.
You wouldn't sell for $100MM? What about a Billion? What if you lost your job and ran through your savings? Unrealistic examples for sure but at the same time, everyone's financial situation is different. My point is if you had to sell or wanted something else it wouldn't mean you loved the art any less and if you came into a lot of money, you may not bother selling something that you would have sold otherwise. That doesn't mean you like it more because you have more money.
Some what off topic, I would love to see pics of the pieces you are so attached too.
I'm with you up to a point but there is plenty of art that people have they wouldn't sell. I have at least five pieces that are so close to my heart I would take them to the grave with me. You wouldn't sell for $100MM? What about a Billion? What if you lost your job and ran through your savings? Unrealistic examples for sure but at the same time, everyone's financial situation is different. My point is if you had to sell or wanted something else it wouldn't mean you loved the art any less and if you came into a lot of money, you may not bother selling something that you would have sold otherwise. That doesn't mean you like it more because you have more money. Some what off topic, I would love to see pics of the pieces you are so attached too. |
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by Deleted on Dec 24, 2010 17:27:31 GMT 1, real fans don't start threads like this
real fans don't start threads like this
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by manty on Dec 24, 2010 17:35:07 GMT 1, real fans don't start threads like this
LOL
I agree with the OP, everything has its price.
Shame no one wants my shit, I need some new speakers ;D
real fans don't start threads like this LOL I agree with the OP, everything has its price. Shame no one wants my shit, I need some new speakers ;D |
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by wizzy on Dec 24, 2010 17:38:16 GMT 1, Ha i hear you Manty!. Its only pictures though isnt it, if i had to i would flog the piggin lot for a tin of Dogmeat and a packet of snouts.
Ha i hear you Manty!. Its only pictures though isnt it, if i had to i would flog the piggin lot for a tin of Dogmeat and a packet of snouts.
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mmmike
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by mmmike on Dec 24, 2010 17:38:31 GMT 1, real fans don't start threads like this
That's why I started it. I never claimed to be a real fan. I'm just a guy who likes some art and also likes the economics behind this madness.
real fans don't start threads like this That's why I started it. I never claimed to be a real fan. I'm just a guy who likes some art and also likes the economics behind this madness. |
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pezlow
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by pezlow on Dec 24, 2010 21:38:59 GMT 1, You wouldn't sell for $100MM? What about a Billion? What if you lost your job and ran through your savings? Unrealistic examples for sure but at the same time, everyone's financial situation is different. My point is if you had to sell or wanted something else it wouldn't mean you loved the art any less and if you came into a lot of money, you may not bother selling something that you would have sold otherwise. That doesn't mean you like it more because you have more money. Some what off topic, I would love to see pics of the pieces you are so attached too.
I think most of the pieces I am most attached to aren't worth much and will never be worth that much. Sure if someone came along and offered me millions of pounds for them then I would sell but it is ludicrous to think in those terms.
I've bought and sold plenty of art in my time so I'm not trying to pretend that I have any moral superiority over you or anyone else but there are pieces in my collection which are not for sale and never will be for sale.
You wouldn't sell for $100MM? What about a Billion? What if you lost your job and ran through your savings? Unrealistic examples for sure but at the same time, everyone's financial situation is different. My point is if you had to sell or wanted something else it wouldn't mean you loved the art any less and if you came into a lot of money, you may not bother selling something that you would have sold otherwise. That doesn't mean you like it more because you have more money. Some what off topic, I would love to see pics of the pieces you are so attached too. I think most of the pieces I am most attached to aren't worth much and will never be worth that much. Sure if someone came along and offered me millions of pounds for them then I would sell but it is ludicrous to think in those terms. I've bought and sold plenty of art in my time so I'm not trying to pretend that I have any moral superiority over you or anyone else but there are pieces in my collection which are not for sale and never will be for sale. |
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by Deleted on Dec 25, 2010 0:33:10 GMT 1, real fans don't start threads like this That's why I started it. I never claimed to be a real fan. I'm just a guy who likes some art and also likes the economics behind this madness.
if you're not a real fan, does that mean you are a flipper?
real fans don't start threads like this That's why I started it. I never claimed to be a real fan. I'm just a guy who likes some art and also likes the economics behind this madness. if you're not a real fan, does that mean you are a flipper? |
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mmmike
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by mmmike on Dec 25, 2010 8:03:07 GMT 1, That's why I started it. I never claimed to be a real fan. I'm just a guy who likes some art and also likes the economics behind this madness. if you're not a real fan, does that mean you are a flipper?
As I have said before, I have not flipped but I have nothing against the practice. I like some art and am fascinated by the economics behind the art markets.
My interest in art is not driven by financial motives. I think art is a very bad investment. But the economics of the whole thing is very interesting. That said I would love to make money in art like most things I enjoy but it is highly unlikely to happen.
That's why I started it. I never claimed to be a real fan. I'm just a guy who likes some art and also likes the economics behind this madness. if you're not a real fan, does that mean you are a flipper? As I have said before, I have not flipped but I have nothing against the practice. I like some art and am fascinated by the economics behind the art markets. My interest in art is not driven by financial motives. I think art is a very bad investment. But the economics of the whole thing is very interesting. That said I would love to make money in art like most things I enjoy but it is highly unlikely to happen. |
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kunstrasen
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by kunstrasen on Dec 25, 2010 14:27:54 GMT 1, What really gets me about flippers is not the fact that they buy art for the purpose of resale but the hideous explanations some come up with to justify their behaviour. There are really just very few people on here who jump on every new release and then a couple of days later they want to switch things up a bit or surprisingly the girlfriend doesn't like it. If you buy something for the purpose of resale then save yourself and everyone else those silly excuses who just leave the impression that everyone on this planet has to be a brainless honk in those people opinions.
Agree with pezlow that of course even those pieces of art close to ones heart have a price to some point but that there is no point in discussing about values that are not attached to any extend to the market value.
Of course I can understand those selling a CYW for 10 times the cost but take the freedom to say that there is not much/no love for the art. How big are chances to get a Banksy for cost? If you don't have much money how big are the chances that you can ever afford a Banksy print on the secondary market for those prices? If you where lucky enough to get a Banksy on release and you love the art then there is in my opinion no way on earth that you'd sell the print. In the end 3 or 4K won't make a change on a personal financial situation in the long run. Well that is at least my subjective opinion on that matter.
What really gets me about flippers is not the fact that they buy art for the purpose of resale but the hideous explanations some come up with to justify their behaviour. There are really just very few people on here who jump on every new release and then a couple of days later they want to switch things up a bit or surprisingly the girlfriend doesn't like it. If you buy something for the purpose of resale then save yourself and everyone else those silly excuses who just leave the impression that everyone on this planet has to be a brainless honk in those people opinions.
Agree with pezlow that of course even those pieces of art close to ones heart have a price to some point but that there is no point in discussing about values that are not attached to any extend to the market value.
Of course I can understand those selling a CYW for 10 times the cost but take the freedom to say that there is not much/no love for the art. How big are chances to get a Banksy for cost? If you don't have much money how big are the chances that you can ever afford a Banksy print on the secondary market for those prices? If you where lucky enough to get a Banksy on release and you love the art then there is in my opinion no way on earth that you'd sell the print. In the end 3 or 4K won't make a change on a personal financial situation in the long run. Well that is at least my subjective opinion on that matter.
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by kjzimm on Dec 25, 2010 18:04:37 GMT 1, I understand both sides. Art is a commodity to some and a passion for others. Whether we acknowledge it or not, it can be an investment (should it retain any value). I have not sold any art I've ever owned. But, I would if I needed the money. In that case, I would probably not make as much as I would be desperate to sell. Therefore, the business people that buy and sell art have a better model. They're proactive rather than reactive. I respect that. It also gives me a chance to own something that I would never have an opportunity to own. I've tried to capitalize on concert tickets when I could get the best in the house, but always lost out in the end. I don't have the will to play that game anymore. I would much rather reward the guy with the stones to do it.
I see it all like an artist doing Absolute ads or beer commercials. Some are pure artists and want nothing. Some have a sense of self preservation. And, some view it as a vehicle to reach their goals (maybe only economic). The world revolves around all of this, but there are shades of grey--always are. I admire the artist for their output--that's it. If I want the art, I seek it out and buy it (you should see my Beatles collection). It is all an investment and subject to sale (although I have sold very little--only music). It has the ability to take me to my next destination or pay for the education of my children as they go to college. It is just material. None of which will go with me when I go. Like any of you really care.
I understand both sides. Art is a commodity to some and a passion for others. Whether we acknowledge it or not, it can be an investment (should it retain any value). I have not sold any art I've ever owned. But, I would if I needed the money. In that case, I would probably not make as much as I would be desperate to sell. Therefore, the business people that buy and sell art have a better model. They're proactive rather than reactive. I respect that. It also gives me a chance to own something that I would never have an opportunity to own. I've tried to capitalize on concert tickets when I could get the best in the house, but always lost out in the end. I don't have the will to play that game anymore. I would much rather reward the guy with the stones to do it.
I see it all like an artist doing Absolute ads or beer commercials. Some are pure artists and want nothing. Some have a sense of self preservation. And, some view it as a vehicle to reach their goals (maybe only economic). The world revolves around all of this, but there are shades of grey--always are. I admire the artist for their output--that's it. If I want the art, I seek it out and buy it (you should see my Beatles collection). It is all an investment and subject to sale (although I have sold very little--only music). It has the ability to take me to my next destination or pay for the education of my children as they go to college. It is just material. None of which will go with me when I go. Like any of you really care.
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by idris on Dec 25, 2010 18:15:25 GMT 1, Dolphins R Us .. there will always be flippers. I was shopping for a 458 Ferrari just yesterday, guess what? ยฃ25k premium on cost .... that's just taking flipping to a more grander scale. Of course I was merely window shopping but flippers are taking advantage in knowing people will pay a premium.
Love it or hate the flippers debate will never end!
Dolphins R Us .. there will always be flippers. I was shopping for a 458 Ferrari just yesterday, guess what? ยฃ25k premium on cost .... that's just taking flipping to a more grander scale. Of course I was merely window shopping but flippers are taking advantage in knowing people will pay a premium.
Love it or hate the flippers debate will never end!
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rsj
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by rsj on Dec 25, 2010 18:30:00 GMT 1, I wonder whether there is a time limit, say a week or a month or six months, where one would automatically be considered a "flipper" when selling a newly-acquired artwork. And after that, "flippers" become simply "collectors" who trade art.
People will always but and sell art. Our taste changes, and we like a change every now and then, and selling pieces we already own would free up some funds for new purchases. And one can not blame a person selling at a piece at the current market price. We really shouldn't label everyone "flippers" just because they sell the art.
However, of course, it is very frustrating and quite annoying to see pieces that you really like being put on on eBay as soon as they have been sold.
I wonder whether there is a time limit, say a week or a month or six months, where one would automatically be considered a "flipper" when selling a newly-acquired artwork. And after that, "flippers" become simply "collectors" who trade art.
People will always but and sell art. Our taste changes, and we like a change every now and then, and selling pieces we already own would free up some funds for new purchases. And one can not blame a person selling at a piece at the current market price. We really shouldn't label everyone "flippers" just because they sell the art.
However, of course, it is very frustrating and quite annoying to see pieces that you really like being put on on eBay as soon as they have been sold.
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by meatbag on Dec 25, 2010 20:47:03 GMT 1, I wonder whether there is a time limit, say a week or a month or six months, where one would automatically be considered a "flipper" when selling.
Galleries list this all the time on the final receipt for original work. Most request a 1- 2 year timeframe as being acceptable. While its not enforceable you can likely kiss your relationship goodbye with that gallery for an obvious flip.
I wonder whether there is a time limit, say a week or a month or six months, where one would automatically be considered a "flipper" when selling. Galleries list this all the time on the final receipt for original work. Most request a 1- 2 year timeframe as being acceptable. While its not enforceable you can likely kiss your relationship goodbye with that gallery for an obvious flip. |
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by thehighlife on Dec 26, 2010 5:56:23 GMT 1, What really gets me about flippers is not the fact that they buy art for the purpose of resale but the hideous explanations some come up with to justify their behaviour. There are really just very few people on here who jump on every new release and then a couple of days later they want to switch things up a bit or surprisingly the girlfriend doesn't like it. If you buy something for the purpose of resale then save yourself and everyone else those silly excuses who just leave the impression that everyone on this planet has to be a brainless honk in those people opinions. Agree with pezlow that of course even those pieces of art close to ones heart have a price to some point but that there is no point in discussing about values that are not attached to any extend to the market value. Of course I can understand those selling a CYW for 10 times the cost but take the freedom to say that there is not much/no love for the art. How big are chances to get a Banksy for cost? If you don't have much money how big are the chances that you can ever afford a Banksy print on the secondary market for those prices? If you where lucky enough to get a Banksy on release and you love the art then there is in my opinion no way on earth that you'd sell the print. In the end 3 or 4K won't make a change on a personal financial situation in the long run. Well that is at least my subjective opinion on that matter.
just like when you flipped your Invaders,.,.,.,.
What really gets me about flippers is not the fact that they buy art for the purpose of resale but the hideous explanations some come up with to justify their behaviour. There are really just very few people on here who jump on every new release and then a couple of days later they want to switch things up a bit or surprisingly the girlfriend doesn't like it. If you buy something for the purpose of resale then save yourself and everyone else those silly excuses who just leave the impression that everyone on this planet has to be a brainless honk in those people opinions. Agree with pezlow that of course even those pieces of art close to ones heart have a price to some point but that there is no point in discussing about values that are not attached to any extend to the market value. Of course I can understand those selling a CYW for 10 times the cost but take the freedom to say that there is not much/no love for the art. How big are chances to get a Banksy for cost? If you don't have much money how big are the chances that you can ever afford a Banksy print on the secondary market for those prices? If you where lucky enough to get a Banksy on release and you love the art then there is in my opinion no way on earth that you'd sell the print. In the end 3 or 4K won't make a change on a personal financial situation in the long run. Well that is at least my subjective opinion on that matter. just like when you flipped your Invaders,.,.,.,. |
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by Ottomatik on Dec 26, 2010 6:44:43 GMT 1, If I was lucky and bagged a CYW, I would have sold it/traded it for a Queen Vic in a heartbeat!
If I was lucky and bagged a CYW, I would have sold it/traded it for a Queen Vic in a heartbeat!
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kunstrasen
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by kunstrasen on Dec 26, 2010 15:09:11 GMT 1, What really gets me about flippers is not the fact that they buy art for the purpose of resale but the hideous explanations some come up with to justify their behaviour. There are really just very few people on here who jump on every new release and then a couple of days later they want to switch things up a bit or surprisingly the girlfriend doesn't like it. If you buy something for the purpose of resale then save yourself and everyone else those silly excuses who just leave the impression that everyone on this planet has to be a brainless honk in those people opinions. Agree with pezlow that of course even those pieces of art close to ones heart have a price to some point but that there is no point in discussing about values that are not attached to any extend to the market value. Of course I can understand those selling a CYW for 10 times the cost but take the freedom to say that there is not much/no love for the art. How big are chances to get a Banksy for cost? If you don't have much money how big are the chances that you can ever afford a Banksy print on the secondary market for those prices? If you where lucky enough to get a Banksy on release and you love the art then there is in my opinion no way on earth that you'd sell the print. In the end 3 or 4K won't make a change on a personal financial situation in the long run. Well that is at least my subjective opinion on that matter. just like when you flipped your Invaders,.,.,.,.
Yep, sold those Invader Invasions but the girlfriend liked them and no bills came up and I was happy with my collection and didn't want to switch it up. ;D
What really gets me about flippers is not the fact that they buy art for the purpose of resale but the hideous explanations some come up with to justify their behaviour. There are really just very few people on here who jump on every new release and then a couple of days later they want to switch things up a bit or surprisingly the girlfriend doesn't like it. If you buy something for the purpose of resale then save yourself and everyone else those silly excuses who just leave the impression that everyone on this planet has to be a brainless honk in those people opinions. Agree with pezlow that of course even those pieces of art close to ones heart have a price to some point but that there is no point in discussing about values that are not attached to any extend to the market value. Of course I can understand those selling a CYW for 10 times the cost but take the freedom to say that there is not much/no love for the art. How big are chances to get a Banksy for cost? If you don't have much money how big are the chances that you can ever afford a Banksy print on the secondary market for those prices? If you where lucky enough to get a Banksy on release and you love the art then there is in my opinion no way on earth that you'd sell the print. In the end 3 or 4K won't make a change on a personal financial situation in the long run. Well that is at least my subjective opinion on that matter. just like when you flipped your Invaders,.,.,.,. Yep, sold those Invader Invasions but the girlfriend liked them and no bills came up and I was happy with my collection and didn't want to switch it up. ;D |
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by eduarandres on Dec 26, 2010 16:26:44 GMT 1, just like when you flipped your Invaders,.,.,.,. Yep, sold those Invader Invasions but the girlfriend liked them and no bills came up and I was happy with my collection and didn't want to switch it up. ;D
af still selling your chocolate donuts? ive got a friend that is looking to buy one
just like when you flipped your Invaders,.,.,.,. Yep, sold those Invader Invasions but the girlfriend liked them and no bills came up and I was happy with my collection and didn't want to switch it up. ;D af still selling your chocolate donuts? ive got a friend that is looking to buy one |
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kunstrasen
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by kunstrasen on Dec 26, 2010 16:43:26 GMT 1, yeah sure, wan't to flip that thing since ages. ;D sorry but my donut is going nowhere.
yeah sure, wan't to flip that thing since ages. ;D sorry but my donut is going nowhere.
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Real Fans VS Flippers - my rant, by stickitup on Dec 26, 2010 23:44:48 GMT 1, love this discussion, the fact is that people need money to live and if you can buy cheap and sell high you will do. I got a WSM at cost (ยฃ75), I wouldn't sell it for the current market value as I bought it before Banksy became a massive commodity and i actually like the image, however I do recognise (finding myself on the end of bills and mortgage payments each month) that if I needed money my collection of art is not prioritised over my family and being able to live. If this meant compromising my collection of art who is anyone to tell me I am doing something wrong. I would flip in an instant to support my family and living, however at them moment I like having some aert on the walls. I wonder what image people see as having a value above several hundred pounds?
love this discussion, the fact is that people need money to live and if you can buy cheap and sell high you will do. I got a WSM at cost (ยฃ75), I wouldn't sell it for the current market value as I bought it before Banksy became a massive commodity and i actually like the image, however I do recognise (finding myself on the end of bills and mortgage payments each month) that if I needed money my collection of art is not prioritised over my family and being able to live. If this meant compromising my collection of art who is anyone to tell me I am doing something wrong. I would flip in an instant to support my family and living, however at them moment I like having some aert on the walls. I wonder what image people see as having a value above several hundred pounds?
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