... "Because it was part of my family, it was an easier decision," Tami says. "If it wasn't a family thing, we would have never done it." All in all, it looked like an opportunity they shouldn't turn down. "It…
You might very well ask why we would offer an article on selling your dive store. I thought the purpose of your magazine was to help me stay in business, not walk away from it, you say. Anyway, I'm too…
If you are already a dive store owner, there may come a time when you are ready to sell your dive store. If you are a dive instructor or dive store employee, you might have an eye on the day…
Fifteen years ago I decided to leave the corporate world with the fat paychecks, an unlimited expense account, 401(k) plan, etc., and do something I really enjoyed. I took my business suits and ties to Goodwill, gave back my company…
Owning a dive store is no small feat. Your head is swimming with the day-to-day challenges, which include managing people, cash and inventory. You have legal, insurance, and financing issues to contend with. Even if you've been a dive retailer…