Show Me St. Louis is a mid-morning television show capturing the pulse of the city. On a recent episode, Mueller Furniture was highlighted as HFA’s Retailer of the Year (under 50 employees), showcasing their values and dedication to the community. With a legacy dating back to 1927, Mueller Furniture’s current
As Howard Lorton Furniture & Design celebrates its 96th year, we are saddened by the passing of its President and long-time HFA Member, Bill Cook. Bill joined the Home Furnishings Association in 1984 and was passionate about our industry. He attended almost 100 High Point Furniture Markets and, at age
The second National Furniture Safety Week is underway, with nearly 200 home furnishings companies participating. Furniture Safety Week aims to
In home furnishings retail today, it’s no longer enough just to advertise the products you carry. If you’re a furniture
US Tariff Policy Update In the four months since President Trump proclaimed April 2, 2025, ‘Liberation Day,’ there have been
“The 90-day tariff extension isn’t a finish line—it’s the starting block for your next profit strategy.” The trade landscape just
Every retail furniture store has that one sales associate—charismatic, confident, and consistently at the top of the leaderboard. Their closing
Stop the Loss: Proven Strategies to Cut Damage and Returns Furniture damage and customer returns don’t just cut into profits, they can also weaken
Smart Buying Strategies for Better Inventory Decisions Making the right inventory decisions can be the difference between record sales and costly overstocks. This session
