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U.S. Flea Market Business Booming, New Industry Research Reveals
Despite a challenging U.S. economy, the majority of flea market managers report strong traffic at their markets.
How to Become a Mobile Hotshot
Consider these helpful tips as you make strides in mobilizing your business. Match the mobility of your customers and see sales rise.
Portland Flea-For-All Receives Entreverge Award
Event recognizes businesses and supports programs that leverage the leadership of greater Portland, Maine’s economic community.
2012 Looking Good for Flea Market Industry
Recent reports show the retail industry as a whole is beginning to rebound, and the flea market business appears ready to have a big year in 2012.
First Monday Trade Days packs in the crowds
Sept. 23 – The town of Canton, Texas, with 5,142 souls, grows to 500,000 for the monthly flea market, filling motels for 40 miles around. Read more.
Banker and garage sale fan starts flea market to boost local economy
Sept. 15 – Kent Wollenhaupt sees his Wapello Flea Market as a way to make a buck and help his Iowa community. Read more.
Former Aqueduct vendor launches Manhattan flea market
Aug. 19 – A longtime New York area seller says closure is tragic but may offer opportunities. Read more.
Calif. flea market approved for food stamps program
July 1 – CalFresh debit cards can now be used at Denio’s Farmers Market and Swap Meet in Sacramento. Read More.
New book investigates flea market culture, business, life
June 16 – Maureen Stanton pulls back the curtain on life as a flea market vendor. Read more.