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How Profit First Helped Turn An Entrepreneur Into A Businessman

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When I graduated high school, I went to UTI in Houston and learned how to be a mechanic. On top of that, my wife and I were terrible at managing our personal finances. In 2008, a 7-month long road construction project put us out of business. Theft and waste can and will occur when finances aren’t watched over.

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Rise of Aging Vehicles Could Mean New Opportunities for OEM Parts Dealers

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Higher interest rates make financing new vehicle purchases more expensive, and the average interest rate for new car loans has risen to over 7%. This increase in mechanical problems leads to a higher demand for new parts and regular repairs. This reduces the rate at which consumers need to purchase new vehicles.

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