› 4. You help the environment
Buying from a locally owned
business conserves energy and
resources in the form of less
fuel for transportation and less
packaging.
› 5. You nurture
community
Local business owners know you,
and you know them. Studies have
shown that local businesses donate
to community causes at more than
twice the rate of chains.
› 6. You conserve your
tax dollars
Shopping in a local business
district means less infrastructure,
less maintenance, and more
money available to beautify your
community. Also, spending locally
instead of online ensures that
your sales taxes are reinvested
where they belong— in your
community!
› 7. You create more choice
Locally owned businesses pick
the items and products they sell
based on what they know you like
and want. Local businesses carry
a wider array of unique products
because they buy for their own
individual markets.
› 8. You took advantage
of their expertise
You are their friends and
neighbors, and locally owned
businesses have a vested interest
in knowing how to serve you.
They’re passionate about what
they do. Why not take advantage
of it?
› 9. You invested in
entrepreneurship
Creativity and entrepreneurship
are what the American economy
is founded upon. Nurturing
local business ensures a strong
community.
› 10. You made your
community a destination
The more interesting and unique
you community, the more we will
attract new neighbors, visitors and
guests. This benefits everyone!
Source:
Civic Economics – Andersonville
Study of Retail Economics.
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