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10 Reasons Why You Should
Buy From a Locally Owned Company

1. 68% of every dollar spent with a locally owned company stays in the community, whereas only 43% of the money given to a national "BIG BOX" company stays in the local economy.*

2. Locally owned companies provide most new jobs.

3. Local owners are invested in the community.

4. Non-Profits receive greater support from local businesses.

5. Locally owned companies supply the volunteers and sponsorship for youth sports, the ARTS, and non-profit boards.

6. Locally owned companies provide much greater personal service.

7. Local companies do not require large government subsidies.

8. Locally owned companies pay good living wages and benefits.

9. Locally owned companies provide distinctive products and services, creating an interesting and diverse community.

10. Locally owned companies use other locally owned companies as their accountants, attorneys, cleaners, retailers, etc., thus helping to enhance the community economy.

* The Andersonville Study of Retail Economics, October 2004. See complete report on www.andersonvillestudy.com

Thanks to Chuck Hellar of Chuckals Office Products for this pointing out this information.

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1552 Jefferson Ave., Suite 101
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 444-2341 info@tacomaartsupply.com

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