Top 5 Reasons to Buy Local in Binghamton
'Tis the season to go shopping! How you do it, could actually make for a very Merry Christmas for your community. Sometimes we forget the impact that buying from a local business can have.
Saturday is "Small Business Saturday", a chance to support local merchants while enjoying sales too. Here's why you should go and continue to all season long.
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Helping Your Local Economy
When you buy from a local business, the money goes right back into our community. It's pretty simple really. The company isn't based outside of the area, so more taxes are paid here by them.
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Jobs!
When we buy local, the local businesses are more successful and that leads to more jobs.
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Discovering New and Interesting Shops
The Southern Tier is packed with unique stores. Just down the street from the station is a cool little place that sells wind chimes and other things. These one of a kind shops help shape our community character and you get to think outside the box for gifts.
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Local Investment
When you invest in a local merchant by shopping with them, they, in turn do the same in our community. Whether it's expanding, hiring or supporting local charities. It's a great way to build our home.
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Personal Connection
There is no better feeling than being acknowledged by someone you buy from. They learn your needs and you can count on them in a way you can't with a national chain. I walked up to a local grocery store owner and asked about them carrying a certain product. By the next trip, the product was on the shelf!