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    Are free fridges and freezers from brands a thing of the past?

    One thing to note, the freebie fridges they give you are often the most inefficient and electricity hungry ones you can get as they buy the cheapest compressors and decks as they are not arsed about running costs as the punter forks them out. Calculate what they cost to run and how much profit...
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    Accidental damage of goods and customer/shop owner etiquette.

    Interesting article here: http://www.slate.com/blogs/browbeat/2012/07/28/if_you_break_it_do_you_really_have_to_buy_it_.html Personally I think it varies on a case to case basis but generally the onus is on the merchant to ensure that things that are on display (esp outside) aren't too large in...
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    Coffee Machine Recommendations Please (Light commerical use/pod based)

    Nespresso looks like the winning choice at the moment, thanks folks.
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    Coffee Machine Recommendations Please (Light commerical use/pod based)

    Folks I'm after your recommendations for a pod based coffee machine that will be getting some light commerical use. Would like a nice range of drinks, preferably with a frother for lattes and whatnot along with ease of maintenance and reasonably priced pods. Thanks
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    Someone is about to copy my website...

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    Importing Olive oil from Sicily

    That particular sector is rife with gangsterism, fraud and crime. Take a peek: http://www.businessinsider.com/fake-olive-oil-2012-1?op=1 http://www.olivarsantamaria.com/?blog=6&articulo=12...
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    Someone is about to copy my website...

    What's your URL and his? I'm curious to see what this all looks like.
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    Importing from Far East in small quantities

    Consider purchasing the items you need from a UK reseller at the quantities you're interested in, much less hassle.
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    Wanted: Tailored non OEM car mats supplier for BMW

    The easiest way to find your supplier is via eBay. There are loads of folks on there who manufacture in the UK and offer good quality gear at direct to public prices. Read the listings and you'll soon see who has their own operation, just give them a shout and they'll more than happily oblige.
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    So a man walks into a shop off the street & says...

    Our resident ghost buster is in the security business - CCTV, alarms, safes and the like. You'll do alright Spanky, I can tell :eek::D;)
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    Is it worth it?

    Here's some quick thoughts to help you out, the digital way. The only way to make money from a bookshop is to the following: Get in touch with local house clearance/estate management firms and contract to purchase all of the books they have from the houses they clear. Sort through the tons...
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    So a man walks into a shop off the street & says...

    HankMcSpank and his Hand Tools, ho ho ho :eek::Do_O Excellent pitch that will work as noone says no to free profit on new lines, especially if they are the kind of things they need. You've got the main points all figured out, draft the contract, sign them up and drop the stock. How much do...
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    NOW CLOSED: Competition time!

    1. No 2. If points make prizes then clicks should equal sales. The idea of setting up a website as a small small business owner appeals until you realize that people just don't view it regularly as it isn't a) updated that regularly b) isn't that high on their priorities c) doesn't engage them...
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    Customized Suits

    http://www.raja-fashions.com - Enter this into a search engine, read reviews of how good/bad they are/aren't and then use that as a springboard to find someone who "fits" you. Personally I think you can't have a decent suit made via post.
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    What special offer should I do?

    Create a print advert that is nothing more than quotes from previous satisfied customers about how quick/easy/clean/reasonably priced the job was with a small section at the bottom with your contact details and a brief list of services offered. Thats what people are seeking from a handyman and...
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