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Old 05-10-2008, 11:37 PM   #39
Flames in 07
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Originally Posted by Dion View Post
It's my understanding that no one is buying into these locations. They are owned by Esso et all and the person managing the site is paid a salary. Any extra profit comes from the sale of pop, milk etc. I'm sure Flames in 07 will correct me if i'm wrong.

I do know someone who runs an indipendant in Douglasdale - across from the golf course. He makes little from gas sales but his bakery, deli and confections make him and his wife a tidy sum. It can be done if you have the business smarts.
As far as I know that is the common (but not exclusive) type of relationship. Particularly in urban areas.
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