12/06/2026
Wow! This! Thank you for your thoughtfulness!
We all know it’s important to be smart with our own money — but today I was reminded that we can also be smart about helping local small businesses keep more of theirs. 💕
I was visiting the amazing Bath Boutique, owned by a very special lady who has provided the most fantastic service to her community, and it got me thinking…
When we shop local, we already help by choosing their beautiful products, recommending them, and coming back again. But there’s another small thing we can do that often gets overlooked:
How we pay.
Every time we tap, swipe, or use certain cards, the business may pay payment processing fees. For small businesses with tight margins, those little fees can really add up.
So next time you’re supporting a local store, consider:
✅ Paying by EFTPOS or cash where possible
✅ Avoiding credit card payments if you don’t need to use one
✅ Asking the business, “What payment method is best for you?”
✅ Accepting that a tiny change in how we pay can make a real difference over time
It’s not just about saving our own money — it’s about helping local businesses save theirs too.
Small choices. Big community impact. 💗