Economy & Business

I've talked in the past about my sister-in-laws business. If you don't recall - she had started originally an "An Antique" shop. But as she has gone along, she has re-thought the design of her shop.

The economy has a lot to do with it - in my opinion anyway. For example, there was a shop right in the same plaza, but sometime before Thanksgiving it went out of business. That is sad, but on the other hand it could help out my sister-in-law. That is because when she first opened up her and the owner of the other shop made an agreement. And that was to not sell similar items.

But now my SIL is able to sell items she couldn't before. Which includes jewelry. So now instead of just being an antique shop, her business has expanded. So she has really become somewhat of a "consignment shop." Last time I was visiting her I saw that she was selling someone's handmade jewelry. It was very nice and she should really think about getting a glass retail display case. This could really help her sell some more jewelry and display it in a really nice way.

So on one hand the economy can hurt your business or I feel it can help you too. What do you think?

Yes We Can Rebuild America!

"Change" is on the way. Or so they say. But for now the economy stinks. The stock market is at it's all time low, the housing market is in trouble. And unemployment is up, while prices for everything is at an all time high.

You may be asking, what can I do to help? Well you can help by making a $25.00 investment in Rebuilding of America. This is a program that will help get communities back on track. Construction projects are abandoned daily in this country. With the purchase of a $25.00 FDIC Insured Certificate of Deposit, you can help rebuild the construction and real estate industry. And insure more jobs too.

Just think what you spend $25.00 on all the time. One dinner out for 4 at McDonald's can cost you that. I know that's how much my family spends, just going to McDonald's for one meal. So just imagine what your $25.00 investment will do to rebuild America. If you would like more information I suggest you check out their website.