RE: Kit Building for Beginners
The small clamps #10 in khodges post. I use the plastic spring loaded ones you get at the dollar store. Great to have on hand.
Also masking tape.
Sharpie marker.
Heat gun
Sealing iron
(you need the iron and gun to cover your model)
Razor plane will really come in handy, I use mine all the time.
Dremel (must have for a serious modeler)