Why shop local?
This is a interesting article on how a locally-based economy is a healthy economy. Perhaps the most telling information is that “for every $100 spent with a local business, $68 remains in the local economy compared to $43 for spending at a big box retailer.”
Of course, we don’t think you should shop at any local business ONLY because it is local – even Milagros. Ultimately, choosing local should be based on the overall experience.
However, if you are looking to use your money to support local jobs, it does give you a reason to go to try a local hardware store before heading to Home Depot, for instance.
December 8th, 2009
5:30 pm
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