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Layaway: Back to the Future in Retail

CRM Buyer
November 19, 2008

Seeking a way to boost sales, Sears is bringing layaway back. The retail chain will let customers make payments toward buying an item it places on hold for them. The idea first came about during the Great Depression. Now that the economy once again stinks, it's an idea that's new again.
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