As the home furnishings industry braces for renewed economic pressure due to evolving U.S. tariff policy, small and mid-sized business owners—especially those importing goods from China and Vietnam—are watching their margins tighten. The impact is widespread, with increasing shipping, manufacturing, and wholesale prices. According to a recent article in The
Let’s face it—keeping great employees isn’t easy in today’s competitive job market. Salaries are important, sure, but they’re not the whole story. You need to offer more to build a loyal, motivated team. And one of the best ways to do that? Health benefits. But if you’re a small business
In recent weeks, the United States and China have exchanged escalating rhetoric and statements about trade and rare earth minerals.
Visual merchandising has evolved significantly from traditional window displays and static store layouts. What used to rely solely on creativity
What Home Furnishings Retailers and Importers Need to Know The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is moving forward with
Nearly 40% of U.S. consumers are non-prime, and their needs shape how they research and shop with furniture merchants.1 New
Many retail buying journeys begin online through research, browsing, comparison, or early product discovery. Shoppers expect digital guidance before they
Building a Brand Shoppers Believe In: Authentic Storytelling Today’s furniture shoppers buy from brands they trust. In this live event and Q&A, industry leaders
Shaping the Customer Experience with Consumer Study Data Step into the shoes of today’s furniture shopper and discover what truly shapes their in-store experience.
Today’s furniture shoppers buy from brands they trust. In this live event and Q&A, industry leaders will explore how authentic
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Digital Marketing Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family business
