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
Strengthen Your Business While Preserving Family Harmony Compensation planning in a retail furniture business often feels more like an art
Digital marketing gets most of the attention in traffic conversations, but furniture remains a category where physical experience matters. Customers
The home furnishings industry faces significant challenges rooted in the global trade landscape. As American retailers and importers honor stringent
In an industry defined by change, competition, and evolving consumer expectations, few retailers manage to honor their history while boldly
Upcoming Section 301 tariff decisions could have meaningful consequences for home furnishings retailers, shaping costs, sourcing, and competitiveness in the
Succession planning is critical to protecting the future of a home furnishings retail business, yet many owners wait too long to start. Whether the transition
Leveling the Playing Field: Tariff Enforcement and the Fight for Fair Competition Join Home Furnishings Association CEO Peter Theran for a discussion with Keith Koenig,
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Driving Traffic Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in using technology and
