Nearly 40% of U.S. consumers are non-prime, and their needs shape how they research and shop with furniture merchants.1 New findings from Koalafi’s State of the Lease-to-Own Consumer Report show that when lease-to-own financing is available, visible, straightforward, and easy to understand, shoppers feel more confident in continuing their journey
As the 2025 holiday season approaches, consumer optimism is tempered by financial caution. Katapult’s new report, Holiday Spending in 2025: Trends, Tensions & Takeaways, surveyed nearly 3,000 U.S. consumers to understand how shoppers plan to spend this year. Cautious Consumers, Strategic Spending As the 2025 holiday season approaches, 73% of
In today’s crowded online marketplace, consumers are overwhelmed with choices. To stand out, furniture retailers must offer an eCommerce experience that gives consumers the engaging and intuitive journey they have come to expect. This means understanding your customer’s needs and making every step seamless and enjoyable, from discovery to browsing
With Black Friday and the holiday rush on the horizon, it’s the ideal time to make sure your financing options are set up to help customers confidently make big purchases. Many customers want to create a cozy, inviting home for family gatherings—whether upgrading to a new dining table or finding
“We need to talk.” Those four words can be intimidating in any relationship. In family-run furniture businesses, they can feel
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is closely following the latest developments surrounding the ongoing Supreme Court hearings on the legality
Today, customers are not just comparing prices, they are comparing experiences. Especially in furniture and mattress retail, where purchases are
Supply chain visibility has never been more critical for furniture retailers, wholesalers, and manufacturers. The home furnishings industry highly depends
Ever-mounting expectations of instant gratification have shaped our consumer landscape. The boss needs a project ASAP, and you need coffee
Immersive Retail: Inspiring Customers with 3D, AR & VR Today’s most successful furniture retailers aren’t replacing personal service with technology, they’re using it to
Merchandising Trends: Creating Inspiring Retail Spaces that Drive Sales Your showroom is more than just a display—it’s your most powerful sales tool. Join us
Today’s most successful furniture retailers aren’t replacing personal service with technology, they’re using it to elevate it. Join us for
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Customer Experience Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family business
