Access to credit plays a crucial role in the home furnishings retail industry, empowering millions of American families to make important investments in their homes. As the leading voice for home furnishings retailers, the Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is raising strong concerns about a proposed federal policy that would cap
In today’s competitive retail environment, managing operational costs is more than just a best practice—it’s a survival strategy. For furniture retailers, many overhead costs are visible and easy to track: rent, payroll, and inventory. But one area often escapes close scrutiny: credit card processing merchant fees. These merchant fees, quietly
Understanding Your True Landed Cost: How Tariff Layers Are Reshaping Your Home Furnishings Business The trade environment for home furnishings
There is an important update for home furnishings retailers and other importers affected by IEEPA tariffs: the refund process is
Joining an established furniture retail sales team can feel daunting for a new associate. Walking into a showroom with seasoned
Many home furnishings retailers are closely watching the possibility of tariff refunds following recent court rulings on IEEPA tariffs. For
How independent furniture retailers can turn their website into a real part of how they sell — not just a
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
Join Peter Theran and Steve Fodor, LCB, MCS, Founder and CEO of Customs Services & Solutions, for a practical discussion on IEEPA tariffs, refund developments,
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: eCommerce Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family business dynamics.
