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My location currently is not optimal at all. The only traffic is rushing to use this road as a shortcut and definitely not wanting to slow down and get repairs done. My customers that come in from marketing are VERY pleased with our service. Currently I have one tech and I have a tech and management background myself. I am the current service writer/ tech when needed. This building also doesn't have a very good waiting room, which when I leased the building I thought would be great because I didn't want a lot of waiting customers since I opened as a one man shop. However I have had a change of heart and want to provide a comfortable environment for my customers. So I am changing locations to be on a high traffic road with better accommodations. With that being said, my current thoughts are to sign a 3-5 year lease with option to buy so I can make sure I am happy with the building and location before committing to buy (as well as saving up for a down payment). I was wondering others opinions on this, would you rather lease or buy?

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