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Show The Park Record Section C Thursday, April 1, 1993 Page C5 The Grab Bag opens directly under Main "effort Realty Group offers experience by MARC ELADMOT Record guest writer ( "Everything is always so well defined," complains J. Bodie, owner and operator of The Grab Bag. "My store is a reaction against the aggressive marketing that is so popular today, I'm even a little wary of this article, it's free isn't it?" When I finally tracked down The Grab Bag whereabouts, Bodie was operating out of an abandoned mining tunnel under Main St. "Ingenious isn't it, this location is close to the busiest section of town, yet isn't as obvious as those other stores," stated Bodie. "Besides finding a store is half the fun of shopping," says Bodie. "so you need a metal detector and a flashlight to find my place, big deal." The items found in The Grab Bag run the gamut, from hard-to-find articles, to everyday pieces. "I try to vary the mix to insure mystery," says Bodie. The average ticket price is subject to change, but Bodie will let the customer guess, then say if they are 'hot' or 'cold. "Just the other day I had a tourist wander in looking for a bathroom, I was able to get 15 bucks for directions," boasts Bodie. "I can tell you of some of my other great deals but they will have to be off-the-record." Bodie plans to vary the location of his store to increase demand. "It's basic economics, man, decrease supply, and the demand increases. The way I figure it, in five years I'll be hugebut in a subtle way of course." The Grab Bag also deals in acquisition, the store has it's own purchasing agent but declined to divulge the name. "Heshe has many years of experience," says Bodie,"but if people know that heshe is from my prestigious outlet they will try to hike the purchase price, it's cutthroat man." Bodie's college experience taught him what not lo do in marketing, "all those in-your-face marketing techniques just left me cold, I wanted to do something a little more organic." "Business has been great, this revolutionary approach has had a better than expected response," enthuses Bodie,"besides, what did you expect me to say, biz has been crappy?" If a little mysterious atmosphere is what you are looking for The Grab Bag is the place for you. (If you can find it, that is.) if lij'" 11 I - ' I '' by TOM CRAM Record guest writer Richard Dudley and Craig Masters have teamed up to open The Resort Realty Group located on 1030 Park Avenue. The full service brokerage opened in mid-February in what had originally been the Gump and Ayers building and the Mountain Realty building. The brokerage is offering investments, "from dirt to finished product,"says Dudley. Between the two of them they have acquired 33 years of Real Estate experience in Park City. Craig Masters has been operating in the Park City Real Estate field for 21 years. "I am the longest continuous broker in Park City," states Masters. They have had a very good response so far, and because of their vast experience they are able to draw from a large client base. "Our opportunity to continue business at this location allows us to be competitive with any brokerage," says Dudley. The Resort Realty Group is not only concerned with sales of land but also environmental concerns. -o 0"" ...11,.,. "" Vt- ,f, : '.- n vi . ' . "A f , n The Resort Realty Group headquarters Both of the brokers arc residents and "take an active role in developing municipal ordinances that are a fine balance between property owner's rights, and protecting the existing aspects of the community and plan to proceed in the same fashion in the future,"says Dudley. The company currently represents Utah Coal and Lumber, as well as other Main Street, and residential properties. Resort Realty Group just broke ground on Willow Ranch and four of seven lots have been sold. Resort Realty Group is open seven days a week, 8 a.m to 6 p.m. on weekdays. The Grab Bag main showroom Who What Where When Why n n n Pf iat3i it mxm In Whether You JNeed a Vacation Retreat, yMountain Estate, New Offices or r Corporate Headquarters We Can Provide the Solution AlT1llfVvt1IT' Licensed in Utah 'v-ifti """ and 35 other Slates OLPifflimnS 1-801-645-8188 Residential I Commercial I Retail 1 4 1 J 4 j344 j4 I l m$ o oo o on ii rr o m 4 rr a o s lit ! b u a o w o m m tpr moh 1 nils tm r r 1 r : m r" n mm p: . , Jrf.k- .... y& i I RSSa rr i wjm. i 1 GREEN ACRES Beautiful farm property with the mountains as a backdrop, adjacent to a lovely stream. In slight need of a paint job, this , historically significant bam awaits your creative renovation. Sandblasting may be required to remove the aroma of the cattle who once resided here but the views of the mountains from every window are ample compensation. Heidi Gatch Kurt Peterson $4,000,000 JORDANELLE MASTER PLAN As this scale model demonstrates, the master planned development devel-opment surrounding the soon-to-be-filled Jordanelle Reservoir with be developed to its fullest potential, maximizing maxi-mizing water views. The first 800 units in two 22 story high rises will be offered on a pre-sale bases. Designed by a renowned architect based in Miami Beach, these exclusive suites with feature panoramic reservoir views and will surely be THE place to call home. 2 and 3 bedrooms Steve Chin from $495,000 PENTHOUSETOWN LIFT PROJECT From the 33rd floor of this penthouse at the Town Lift project you can see clear to Provo and Evanston, WY. This luxurious 5 bedroom flat enjoys an ultra convenient location, close to shops and restaurant with your own private heli pad on the roof. Steps to the ski lifts. Underground parking. Marian Crosby $1,575,000 j "-X. :i-..V ----- . ' HISTORIC REGISTER This charming and elegant estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. AU of the original detailing has been carefully restored to its original splendor. This could be a perfect Bed and Breakfast. Nestled in the trees, this charming estate includes acreage (well, sort of) Bill Coleman $9,300,000 J "'I 1: ! 1 fc I 6 ..L . t ..,1 i ... .1 RED HAWK. . Moose, elk and deer will be frequent visitors at your new home in Red Hawk, an enclave of parcels in a natural setting, each with approximately 20 acres. Aspen and oak trees abound and you'll enjoy equestrian privileges in this very private community. Stupendous views. Mardl Hudson from $140,000 ThePrudsntral Coleman Real Estate Rock Solid in Park City Real Estate 614 Main Street, P.O. Box 1800 Park City, Utah 84060 649-7171 '800-553-4666 Each Office Independently Owned and Operated m iniH IS t |
