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California furniture stores don’t need higher taxes
Many furniture retailers in California were hit hard by business closings and other restrictions triggered by COVID-19 outbreaks. The last thing they need is a tax increase. But that’s what a bill pending in the State Assembly would give them. AB 1253, introduced last year…
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In new sales environment, retailers must keep customers informed
You know the disruption the pandemic is causing for with your suppliers, but do your customers? Chances are probably not. A pair of retailers told an HFA Live COVID-19 Webinar audience that it's important to notify customers up front about possible delays in delivering their…
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Digital tools bring sales success in new reality
It seems we are working our way out of the introduction phase of life during a pandemic and entering the phase where we start to adapt. The past few months have brought some sales challenges to light based on how customers want to do business…
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