Larry Albert from Mainline Custom and formalwear

Larry Albert

Mainline Custom and formalwear

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Larry from Mainline Custom and formalwear Answered this on December 04, 2021
I’ve been in my own retail business for over 40 years   Last December we were off 65%. As a retailer I’ve never seen business so difficult. The last three months so far we are ahead of prior to COVID-19. I decided to change my marketing and and bring in higher ticket items.   Less customers more... (more) I’ve been in my own retail business for over 40 years   Last December we were off 65%. As a retailer I’ve never seen business so difficult. The last three months so far we are ahead of prior to COVID-19. I decided to change my marketing and and bring in higher ticket items.   Less customers more revenue. More marketing   You must change to stay in business. 
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Larry from Mainline Custom and formalwear Answered this on February 01, 2021
Yes we have added new technology to our business. We have added laser cutting to our custom shirts. We still make our handmade custom shirts but now with laser technology we can offer a custom shirt for almost half the price with 100 models to try on so you’ll get the perfect fit. Larry Albert... (more) Yes we have added new technology to our business. We have added laser cutting to our custom shirts. We still make our handmade custom shirts but now with laser technology we can offer a custom shirt for almost half the price with 100 models to try on so you’ll get the perfect fit. Larry Albert Designer

Larry from Mainline Custom and formalwear Answered this on January 17, 2021
I hope you applied to the SBA loan program. The first thing I would be doing is changing my marketing programs you must keep your name out there even if there isn’t any business at this   You must have a plan in place. When this turns around which I feel is going to take another year you’re going... (more) I hope you applied to the SBA loan program. The first thing I would be doing is changing my marketing programs you must keep your name out there even if there isn’t any business at this   You must have a plan in place. When this turns around which I feel is going to take another year you’re going to make up for that year you lost. Get a message out to your new brides and offer them an incentive. Please give me a call if you need any additional information. Everyone is in the same boat. All the best Larry Albert owner Mainline Custom and Formalwear 

Larry from Mainline Custom and formalwear Answered this on December 27, 2020
I haven’t gotten a dime yet. Do I stand a better chance than the businesses that have received funds. My business is off 50% now.  (more) I haven’t gotten a dime yet. Do I stand a better chance than the businesses that have received funds. My business is off 50% now. 

Larry from Mainline Custom and formalwear Answered this on December 20, 2020
I’m fortunate my landlord is working with me on my rent. Surprisingly December was the same or less than the past months. I’m presently the only person working at my store. If businesses can survive for another year there will be a Bonanza for them.   (more) I’m fortunate my landlord is working with me on my rent. Surprisingly December was the same or less than the past months. I’m presently the only person working at my store. If businesses can survive for another year there will be a Bonanza for them.  

Larry from Mainline Custom and formalwear Answered this on November 29, 2020
If I were Melvin I would at at a high men’s store that has a shoe department. The would probably work on a percentage lease. Being in that business myself I would entertain that idea.  (more) If I were Melvin I would at at a high men’s store that has a shoe department. The would probably work on a percentage lease. Being in that business myself I would entertain that idea. 

Larry from Mainline Custom and formalwear Answered this on May 25, 2020
Masks and distance  (more) Masks and distance 

Larry from Mainline Custom and formalwear Answered this on May 23, 2020
Specialty stores like myself should have allowed customers in the store according to their square footage with proper distance and masks and appointments  (more) Specialty stores like myself should have allowed customers in the store according to their square footage with proper distance and masks and appointments 

Larry from Mainline Custom and formalwear Answered this on May 09, 2020
I have not received a dime from any part of the government.  I feel specialty stores with 2000 sq ft stores should be opened with 3 people in the store with proper masks and distance  or by appointment.   (more) I have not received a dime from any part of the government.  I feel specialty stores with 2000 sq ft stores should be opened with 3 people in the store with proper masks and distance  or by appointment.