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user-inactivated  ·  2818 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: 'People aren't spending': stores close doors in 'oversaturated' US retail market

Yeah. You have some good points. Knowledge and a social atmosphere you can appreciate do go a long way. I never looked at it from that perspective, but now that I think about it part of the reason I love mom and pop shops so much, from books and comics to antiques to pet supplies, is because of the conversations I have there. Plus their advice is always appreciated and sometimes leads to additional sales, which is a win for both them and me.