Pleasant, familiar smells are said to have a “halo effect” that puts shoppers in a good mood, and encourages them to spend. Read More +
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Hiring out for antique furniture repair begins with doing your homework
Sooner or later, most of us who hang out with antiques get the urge to do a little repair here or a touch up there – nothing major. But one thing usually leads to another and before we know it, we are in over our heads. Then we need the help of a professional restorer. Read More +
Try negotiating instead of haggling when your customers shop for antiques
Columnist Wayne Jordan argues haggling is bad for the antiques business and explains customers and dealers would be better served by negotiating: Haggling is all about price; negotiating is about an exchange of value. Read More +