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Zoom Towns: Remote Work Ready from SaveYour.Town

Zoom Towns: attracting and supporting remote workers in rural small towns

People have been saying for years that they would prefer to live in rural areas. Trulia research in 2014 showed 7% more people wanted to live […]

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In an economic crisis, spend your brainpower before your dollars

Be frugal. One of the Small Town Rules is to spend your brain power before spending dollars. Be creative about how you handle challenges rather than […]

Video: How to fill empty car dealership buildings for the holidays

Empty buildings during the holidays are a drag on local shopping Who wants to shop downtown when it looks so empty? Car dealerships are an […]

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