Archive | September, 2009

Flea Markets – a Great Way for Kids to Make Money

27. September 2009

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In these days of rising entertainment costs, kids often want to find a way to supplement their allowance. Parents, tired of shelling out $50.00 for a video game or $20.00 for a trip to the movies, may insist that their kids find a way to earn money for themselves. Selling at the flea market is [...]

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U.S. Flea Market Directory, 3rd Edition: A Guide to the Best Flea Markets in all 50 States (U S Flea Market Directory) (Paperback)

25. September 2009

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Review Over 1,000 listings document flea markets across the country, including travel directions, hours of operation, number of vendors, and general specialties and quality of listed markets. This should be required take-along reading for any avid flea market fan who wants to travel. — Midwest Book Review –This text refers to an out of print [...]

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How to Sell Artwork at the Flea Market

24. September 2009

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Artwork – paintings, drawings, or other canvassed art – at the flea market can be a profitable business decision if you research and follow through the right way. Many people look for artwork to hang on their walls and decorate their living space. Selling it at the flea market can reach many potential customer quickly. [...]

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Hot Weather Tips for Outdoor Flea Markets

23. September 2009

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Hot weather and sun may invite men to pull of their shirts and women to strip down to a brief bikini. While this may help attract customers, depending on your physique, and keep you cooler than t-shirts, it can also spell disaster in the sun. Avoiding sunburn is important if you want to keep cool [...]

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Run Your Own Dollar Store at the Flea Market

23. September 2009

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Dollar stores are hugely popular in the marketplace today. Almost every shopping mall has one. People love getting items cheap. This is also true at the flea market. Now you can combine your flea market business with the dollar store concept and really cash in. Run Your Own Dollar Store at the Flea Market — [...]

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Garage Sale & Flea Market Annual (Garage Sale and Flea Market Annual) (Paperback)

20. September 2009

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No description for this product could be found, but have a look over at Amazon for reviews and other information.

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How to Deal with Rain at the Flea Market

20. September 2009

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Many beautiful spring and summer days are ruined by a quick burst of showers. Flea market vendors are particular susceptible to the adverse effects of these rain events. How do flea market vendors deal with rain? This article will cover some of the great tips for maintaining flea market profits even when it rains. How [...]

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Finding Flea Market Suppliers in Your Area

16. September 2009

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While ordering wholesale flea market merchandise from online suppliers may give you the greatest variety of products, the shipping costs can eat up profits quickly. Finding flea market suppliers in your geographic area can not only save you money but allow you to view merchandise before you purchase it in some cases. Knowing how to [...]

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Hot Weather Tips for Outdoor Flea Markets

16. September 2009

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The best time of year for a busy flea market sale is Summer, but this season of outdoor recreation carries some trouble for vendors who must stand in the sun all day long. If you want to sell without succumbing to heat exhaustion or roasting red like a lobster, follow these hot weather tips for [...]

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How to Handle Cash Safely at an Outdoor Flea Market

16. September 2009

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One unfortunate fact of being a vendor at an outdoor flea market is having to deal with thieves. Not only will some unscrupulous people tried to steal items from your table or booth, others will target the cash you have directly. Learning how to handle cash safely at an outdoor flea market will make your [...]

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