How to make money as an LHS owner

[railroader9731]

I agree i have too seen alot of local small town shops close just to leave an empty space. Saddly some went shortly after walmart and lowes come in to town, then since post 9/11 alot has changed. But to me i have two hobby shops that i turn to if i need something, yet as most if we can find it cheaper we go. I know the hobby shops need money to survive. But one shop i go thruogh offers 10% off all orders and after a certain amount you get a buck back and it repeats as you spend more, they also offer discounts on new starters in the hobby from locos to tracks. Ok enuff for now.