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Re:Sign of the times 3 Years ago

Darn Oldie wrote:
The bad economy is actually good for my business. I made almost twice as much last year as I did the year before, I actually doubled my staff too. The only thing I don't like is WHO do you buy from? Will they be there for as long as your warranty?

I see a lot of new companies starting up in the near future, to take up the slack from the big ones that are gone. It's time to buy "Local" and support your community and neighbors. Keep the money at home, try NOT to buy online, it helps almost no one. It's not local and most of the time there are no Taxes being paid, sure that keeps cost down, but what pays for the LEO's, fire departments and Road repairs, TAXES!

my $.02

If I would have fully applied this "It's time to buy "Local" and support your community and neighbors. Keep the money at home" I would be riding a Harley today........

The KC plant is within 25 miles of the house and local dealer only 1....

Make's you stop and think doesnt it.......

Not dissing the comment, it's been heavy on my mind lately..... I just could not justify the premium they where asking at the time...... I guess I do feel somewhat guilty since the plant is local and I know several who work there (or did last week anyway....). What still burns me is the premium they want. I looked at a 97 Heritage a month ago and they wanted $11,500.00 - KBB says $8,500.00. It just doesnt add up in my mind.......

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