Hi, I usually order nucs in the spring. This year a beebuddy has told me about an outfit that sells 9-frame nucs. (I usually receive 4-frame ones.) They are the same price as many four-framers, and in one case cheaper. Is this too good to be true (she asks with typical beekeeper's skepticism)? Weather report: finally warmer; amazing nothern lights Cheers, Jane "I bee; therefore I am."