Thrift, second-hand clothing stores get sales boost from tariffs

While tariffs on imported clothing and furniture are hurting some Metro Atlanta businesses, those that sell used clothing and furniture are seeing a jump in sales and customer traffic.

This includes Furkids, a non-profit that raises money to support its no-kill animal shelter, the largest in Georgia.

“A large portion of our revenue, 35%, comes from our thrift stores. Our sales have been increasing 15 to 20% over the last couple of months. They’re growing every day,” said Furkids founder and CEO Samantha Shelton…

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