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A thrifty offering for the prospective thrift-store
owner...
In economic times like these, thrift stores have seen a 35%
increase in sales in 2008; so what better time to start one? While
fairly cheap, it is complicated, however. Here, two experts cover
the entire process, including such vital topics as how to: set up
the store on a nonprofit basis; choose a location; get funding; get
the word about donations of saleable items; recruit and manage
volunteer staff; sort, price and recycle donations.
?Practical, step-by-step approach to the process
?Troubleshooting tips and best practices that really work
?Funding by and partnering with community organizations
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Ravel Buckley has held management and
operations positions for Snowline Hospice Thrift Stores, which
generate over $3 million a year. Carol Costa is a
professional writer and financial journalist. Carol the treasurer
of her local St. Vincent De Paul Society, which operates two large
thrift stores. Her published books include: Alpha Teach Yourself
Accounting in 24 Hours and Alpha Teach Yourself Bookkeeping
in 24 Hours.
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