Week of March 7, 2025 As home furnishings retailers, staying informed about legislative and trade developments is crucial for navigating our industry’s evolving landscape. This week, several significant actions by the U.S. government have emerged, potentially influencing our industry now and in the future. 1. Implementation of New Tariffs on
Furniture is deeply personal. Every day, we meet customers who are excited about finding the right piece, yet also understandably
What Home Furnishings Retailers and Importers Need to Know The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is moving forward with
On December 10, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) submitted a key response in the Court of International Trade (CIT)
HIGH POINT, N.C. (March 9, 2026) — The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) announced its High Point Market Seminar Series, delivering
Retail furniture buying in the United States is undergoing seismic shifts, marked by new technologies, evolving consumer expectations, and changes
Coaching That Closes: How to Develop High-Performing Sales Associates Great sales teams aren’t built by chance, they’re coached with intention. In today’s furniture retail
Selling Like a “Million-Dollar Writer” What separates a good sales associate from a true million-dollar writer? It’s not luck, and it’s not just traffic.
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Sales Management Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family business
Great sales teams aren’t built by chance, they’re coached with intention. In today’s furniture retail environment, sales leaders must strike
