Following the Supreme Court ruling invalidating IEEPA tariff rates, President Trump enacted a temporary (150 days) 10% global tariff rate under Section 122. With that temporary rate set to expire on July 24th, the Trump Administration prepared new Section 301 investigations focused on forced labor and excess manufacturing capacity in
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) will welcome retailers to its Retailer Resource Center during Las Vegas Market, offering a dedicated space designed to help home furnishings retailers strengthen their businesses, improve profitability, and connect with trusted industry resources. Located in Building B, Space B1050, the HFA Retailer Resource Center is
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) will welcome retailers to its Retailer Resource Center (RRC) during the Las Vegas Market, offering a dedicated space designed to help home furnishings retailers strengthen their businesses, improve profitability, and connect with trusted industry resources. Located in Building B, Space B1050, the HFA Retailer Resource
Walk into most furniture or mattress stores, and you’ll see beautiful merchandising, strong sales teams, and aggressive promotional signage. But in many cases, financing is still treated like a closing tool. That’s the mistake. The highest-performing retailers in today’s environment don’t use financing to “save” a sale. They use financing
The Home Furnishings Association invites the industry to join us at High Point Market for a special celebration honoring the 2026 HFA Pillar Award Winners. During this gathering, HFA will formally present the 2026 Partner of the Year Award to Package.ai and the 2026 Trailblazer Award to Bill Barton, CEO,
Many home furnishings retailers are closely watching the possibility of tariff refunds following recent court rulings on IEEPA tariffs. For businesses that have paid significant duties over the past several years, the potential for refunds represents meaningful financial relief. A recent filing by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) signals
Earlier today, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled (6–3) that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not grant the President authority to impose tariffs. As a result, tariffs implemented under IEEPA, primarily country-specific reciprocal tariffs, have been declared unconstitutional and are now void. This is a significant development for
HFA Announces the 2026 Pillar Award Winners The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 HFA Pillar Awards, recognizing outstanding retailers, leaders, and partners who are shaping the future of the home furnishings industry. Each year, the Pillar Awards honor excellence across leadership, innovation,
As the policy landscape around tariffs continues to evolve, the Home Furnishings Association is closely monitoring developments that may affect our members—particularly regarding Section 232 steel and aluminum duties and potential tariff refunds. TARIFFS UPDATE – Supreme Court Decision Pending We are still awaiting a decision from the U.S. Supreme
November 20, 2026 – Carmichael, CA – The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is excited to announce its 2026 Slate of Officers and the addition of four new board members. These industry leaders will bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the board as the HFA continues its commitment to advancing the
Family businesses form the backbone of the home furnishings industry. Stepping into a leadership role within such an enterprise brings
In furniture retail, delivery damage isn’t just a logistical hiccup—it’s a broken promise. The customer’s excitement turns to disappointment, the
In a furniture retail operation, one of the biggest threats to customer trust is not always the product itself. It
Home furnishings retailers are facing a rapidly changing trade and customs environment, with several recent federal actions that could increase
“Every business owner has an exit strategy—even if they haven’t planned one.” For many private and family-owned businesses, daily operations
Leveling the Playing Field: Tariff Enforcement and the Fight for Fair Competition Join Home Furnishings Association CEO Peter Theran for a discussion with Keith Koenig,
Inventory Management Transformation: The New Retail Back End Behind every great customer experience is an operation that runs smoothly. Join Peter Theran, HFA CEO, for
