When I want a particular item I want it in my hand when I plop down the cash. But as Tolik mentioned, “We don’t have that in stock, but we can order it for you.” Well, I can order it myself, get as good or maybe better price, get free shipping, and likely as not no sales tax.
I just ordered my first firearm off the internet. No one around me had it in stock and didn’t know when they would get one like I wanted. Found it online… cheaper price… and had it in four days at a local retailer. Free shipping.
Our one mall has been struggling for years. Really no reason to shop there. What keeps this area going economically is Liberty University.