The home furnishings industry faces significant challenges rooted in the global trade landscape. As American retailers and importers honor stringent tariff requirements and compliance standards, some foreign competitors exploit loopholes, leaving responsible businesses at a disadvantage. This evolving problem centers on tariff evasion, fraudulent import practices, and inconsistent enforcement, all
Following the Supreme Court’s February 2026 ruling striking down IEEPA tariffs, a significant refund opportunity remains available to home furnishings
Retailer-focused education will explore AI, marketing, operations, customer experience, tariffs, and business growth The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) will present
Successful retail businesses understand a powerful, enduring truth: people are the heart of long-term growth. Preparing tomorrow’s leaders isn’t just
“Every business owner has an exit strategy—even if they haven’t planned one.” For many private and family-owned businesses, daily operations
Digital marketing gets most of the attention in traffic conversations, but furniture remains a category where physical experience matters. Customers
New research from Elevate puts the Gen X woman at the center of the furniture story. Surveying 1,210 Gen X shoppers at every stage of
Men and women often bring different priorities to their jobs, and the companies that understand those differences build stronger teams, deeper loyalty, and better business
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Merchandising Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in merchandising. Share ideas for
