On: How does an independent bookstore survive for 90 y...

[garciansmith]

I worked at a used bookstore for many years, and this is what the owner told me how he managed to stay in business for more than 40 years in the same building. Especially since moving all your stock to a new location if you rent is a big pain.

[bombcar → garciansmith]

It can often be the line between success and failure; commercial rents are such a major portion of a service business's expense.