We are not the only ones..

I was reading some blogs I found linked from Viva Barista and came across Pure Arabica. This is kept by up by a guy named Nick in California. I was reading through his post and found this post. "It's a difficult realization to be sure. We have been approached by developers who are offering us a unit right on the corner in the same shopping center we're in now. They have also offered the unit to Starbucks but would like to see a small business go in before a big box fast food chain like the *bucks. But, the renovation cost as well as the rent increase, make it a very difficult move to fathom." It seems we are not the only ones that have been fighting over a space with our friends in the sea. I like what he says though.. They have also offered the unit to Starbucks but would like to see a small business go in before a big box fast food chain like the *bucks I understand that property owners want to make money. So do I. But what kills me is that most of the buildings in Bozeman are owned by people in California or some other state other than Montana. They do not know what the market is here and they do now want local businesses. They are making it hard for local business to open and even serve their own community. There are still a few places around that are local and that have owners that understand the importance of serving the local people so I feel we are in good shape. Great blog and I hope Nick continues to post pictures and thoughts on his journey. ~~be bold