The trade environment for home furnishings retailers has rarely been more complex or more consequential. For many businesses, tariffs are no longer just a line item on an invoice. They are a core operational variable that touches sourcing strategy, pricing decisions, and margin performance. Yet many retailers, particularly smaller and
You haven’t missed anything — and we’re still watching closely for you. While there have been no new developments since our last update, the Home Furnishings Association continues to monitor trade policy negotiations and regulatory changes that could significantly impact your business. We remain fully engaged in tracking the implementation
The G.R.O.W. Sales Coaching Model Part 1 In speaking with hundreds of furniture retailers over the last two years, I
Joining an established furniture retail sales team can feel daunting for a new associate. Walking into a showroom with seasoned
Recent developments regarding tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) have raised important questions for home furnishings
In today’s digital-first shopping environment, your product images are doing far more than just “showing” a sofa or dining table;
HIGH POINT, N.C. (March 9, 2026) — The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) announced its High Point Market Seminar Series, delivering
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
