In the competitive landscape of home furnishings retail, every advantage counts. From staying on top of trends to managing inventory effectively, retailers constantly seek ways to optimize their operations and boost profitability. One often-overlooked but highly effective strategy is joining a buying group, also known as a group purchasing organization
The financial supply chain bubble is bursting… You’ve been more focused on the lack of physical inventory but probably haven’t realized that you’re teetering on a precarious cliff of losing the retail buying power you once had and won’t have the credit to continue buying from your existing vendor base.
There is an important update for home furnishings retailers and other importers affected by IEEPA tariffs: the refund process is
HIGH POINT, N.C. (March 9, 2026) — The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) announced its High Point Market Seminar Series, delivering
Turning Store Insights into Smarter Decisions In retail, instinct has long guided decision-making: what to stock, when to advertise, and
A recent court order could make it easier for importers to recover certain IEEPA tariff payments. On March 27, 2026,
It’s been a busy week on the tariff front, and this is HFA’s third advocacy update for home furnishings retailers
AI & Retail Transformation: Your Roadmap to Smart Adoption The technology landscape for home furnishings retailers is evolving fast. For furniture retailers, simply adopting
AI is no longer just powering search bars and chatbots. New agentic AI experiences are changing how shoppers discover, evaluate, and buy products online. For
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Technology Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in using technology and AI
