Shop and Dine Locally where Loyalty is Valued and Appreciated!
Town Center – 100-122 Town Center Dr. | Keystone Corner – 61 C Mountain Blvd. | Arch Plaza – 51 Mr. Bethel Road
For Leasing Information, Call 908-755-2723. http://vfproperties.com/
By, Stacey A. Beer, Sab@vfproperties.com | General Manager, Vicendese Family LP
Throughout the years, Warren Township has firmly established itself as a desirable community in which to live, work, and play. It is home to a wonderfully diverse demographic embodied in people who are the heart and soul of its growth, vitality, proud past, thriving present, and promising future. As the number of new residences (apartments, townhomes, etc,) increases, so does the need to reflect on our habits and mindset as consumers towards the economic base that props up our charming hometown and greatly contributes to its growth, diversity, and benefits.
Most of the shops, stores and eateries are “Mom and Pop” type stores employing fewer than 10 people. These local businesses were hit very hard during the last 18 months and many are still struggling to survive. Most businesses are “Owner Occupied” where you can often hear the business owner say, “I love what I do but I have never worked harder for less money.”
That’s why it is so important for the residents of Warren and surrounding areas to patronize their local businesses. You may find that their prices may not be as competitive as the big box stores because they cannot buy in large quantities to get discounted pricing. Even though prices may be higher, more often than not, their markup is actually less. When shopping, people should consider the quality and the service and not just the price. It’s vitally important to business owners that patrons and clients support the local community by buying goods and services from them as often as possible and on a regular basis and not just occasionally when they need something quickly.
As the Landlord of the “Northwest” corner of downtown Warren, we take great pride in keeping the area looking pristine. We plant seasonal flowers, professionally landscape and maintain the lawn, display elaborate Christmas decorations, and the maintenance of our 40×60 foot flag that gets replaced 3 times a year.
This all comes with a great financial burden but we are committed to keeping Warren looking like the beautiful community it is. We have the honor of leasing to an amazing group of entrepreneurial, hard-working, kind, generous, and resourceful people. Some of our tenants have been with us for over 30 years!
Many, if not most of our tenants, actually also live in the area, as do we, and they are invested financially, emotionally, and physically to keep Warren great. Dancing, getting a haircut, having a massage, buying wine, framing your artwork, listing your home for sale, shopping for jewelry or accessories, joining martial arts, getting your taxes done, or enjoying a delicious burger or a cocktail and a steak, are all available to you at a stone’s throw from your home.
Shopping local is a lifestyle that benefits everyone. Please consider truly, consistently, and faithfully supporting the local businesses that work so hard to earn your trust and provide you with outstanding services and products that enhance your life and the lives of those whom you love. Let’s build a community of mutual respect and admiration for those who live and work here.