[dbussone]

Originally Posted by dreambig

Thanks I will look into them

I believe Tomwed had the idea of consultants. I think that is a great idea. The Villages has a local chapter of SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives). I don't believe they charge much, if anything. You get the brainpower of men and women who have been successful and want to help others. I bet they could be very helpful.

The rest of us have some good ideas but they may not be what you are looking for. Besides, you know what they say about too many cooks....

Whatever you do we will welcome you to TV and look forward to your business decision.

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Oh - GE, Barefoot, Nucky, Tal, Tomwed and I would be happy to join you as partners in a local lobster pound for a certain Maine crustacean.

[Erika]

We have been looking all around for a brushless car wash self-service or not. Just can't seem to find one.

[Wavy Chips]

Obviously the answer is a car wash that serves pizza. Any other questions?

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by Wavy Chips

Obviously the answer is a car wash that serves pizza. Any other questions?

I presume it would have a drive through pizza pickup?

[mm1717]

I second the motion for REALLY GOOD PIZZA

[tomwed]

Originally Posted by dbussone

I presume it would have a drive through pizza pickup?

Won't the pizza get wet?

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by tomwed

Won't the pizza get wet?

Depends on whether you pick it up on the front end or back end.

[USSGompers]

I have had an idea for years. So many people have dogs that need a bath. Groomers are expensive and let's face it, it's hard to wash a dog by yourself in the bathroom

So I came up with a Doggie Mat (like laundry mat) where I would have about 6-8 stalls to rent out by the hour, consisting of stainless tubs/sinks, a pole to attach your dog's leash/ collar and a hair dryer

I would be there to sell dog shampoo, rent towels, etc to customers that forget theirs

No nail clipper techs, or fur cutting or shaving--just a good clean dog wash

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Originally Posted by outlaw

A good restaurant will make money here. But there are a lot of them. I would steer clear of leasing from the developer, though. I heard they don't negotiate, and it's their way or the highway. A business just off the TV property, but still accessible via golf cart would be a plus but not essential. You could still tap into the TV residents and also have the surrounding population.

Property just outside of TV property and still accessible by golf cart is very rare.

You have Lowes, Bealls, Aldi and Walmart and the little stores adjacent to them on 27/441. I don't know about the Wal Mart and those stores on 466. I think that property might be owned by TV. Other than that, I think if you want to use your cart, you have to stay in the bubble.

This one of the reasons that the rents within TV are so high and the developer doesn't have to negotiate. The properties within the bubble are that much more valuable.

[borjo]

Originally Posted by USSGompers

I have had an idea for years. So many people have dogs that need a bath. Groomers are expensive and let's face it, it's hard to wash a dog by yourself in the bathroom

So I came up with a Doggie Mat (like laundry mat) where I would have about 6-8 stalls to rent out by the hour, consisting of stainless tubs/sinks, a pole to attach your dog's leash/ collar and a hair dryer

I would be there to sell dog shampoo, rent towels, etc to customers that forget theirs

No nail clipper techs, or fur cutting or shaving--just a good clean dog wash

What a wonderful idea! Yes this is sorely needed. Why pay $20-40 for grooming when you could do it yourself if only you had the equipment to do it without leaning over a tub. About $10 per 15' sounds great to me. Two platforms set up as kiosks inside or out all over The Villages would be frequently used. Tapping into hot water if outside might be troublesome but maybe some business would let you do that for a fee. Set up a vending machine type unit next to them for supplies, soap, towel etc.
It's fun to brainstorm!

[The Buckeyes]

Originally Posted by dreambig

We've owned property in the villages for several years and finally moving full time next year.
Being that I will be 55, I would like to continue working for a few years. I have owned several businesses from restaurant/bar, retail, etc.

I am looking for either a current business in the Villages or suggestions for a needed business in the Villages.

This may be slightly off topic but, did anyone catch that someone says they have owned property in The Villages for several years and it has gone undeveloped. I thought all property in the Villages is owned by and sold by the developer and, you have a certain amount of time required before you have to build on it. Thoughts anyone?

[TNLAKEPANDA]

Originally Posted by goldseekur

We REALLY need a REALLY good Pizza place!

Yes and it should be in Brownwood area! There is no competition but it better be really good pizza!

[jimmemac]

a wawa would make a killing here!!!

[dreambig]

Originally Posted by The Buckeyes

This may be slightly off topic but, did anyone catch that someone says they have owned property in The Villages for several years and it has gone undeveloped. I thought all property in the Villages is owned by and sold by the developer and, you have a certain amount of time required before you have to build on it. Thoughts anyone?

We own a home in the villages. Not commercial property.

[USSGompers]

Originally Posted by borjo

What a wonderful idea! Yes this is sorely needed. Why pay $20-40 for grooming when you could do it yourself if only you had the equipment to do it without leaning over a tub. About $10 per 15' sounds great to me. Two platforms set up as kiosks inside or out all over The Villages would be frequently used. Tapping into hot water if outside might be troublesome but maybe some business would let you do that for a fee. Set up a vending machine type unit next to them for supplies, soap, towel etc.
It's fun to brainstorm!

Thank you so much. I have been thinking about this for a long time.

I used to have a small long haired dog and a big spaniel. Giving them a bath in the bathroom was a nightmare. The small one was fast and would jump out as soon as he went in. When it was the bigger one's turn, she'd try to climb out and I spent most of the time--not washing her---but trying to keep her in the tub

To use the hose outside was just as bad. I needed someone to help or the dog would high-tail down the road.