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How a Local Camera Shop Beat Big Retail with a Rental Program
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how a small, independent camera store in Portland, Oregon, fights back against big-box retailers and online giants with a clever camera rental program. The shop, which we'll call 'Shutter & Co.', found that rentals weren't just a side hustle—they became the gateway to sales. By offering affordable, high-end gear for rent, they attracted a new generation of photographers who couldn't justify buying a $3,000 lens outright. Once those renters experienced the gear, many returned to purchase. The store's rental revenue now…
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