Buddy’s Home Furnishings franchisee Buddy Mac Holdings files Chapter 11
Fallout from the Franchise Group bankruptcy continues to widen DALLAS — Buddy Mac Holdings, which as recently as a few months ago was the largest …
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Ten More with Mike Magnuson of GoodBed
Here Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher continues his conversation with the executive of the research and comparative shopping website for mattresses. Magnuson talks about …
FRG-AF Newco battle keeps escalating
And American Signature closeout company defends against concerns about family ties It has been a busy week on the courts beat, so plenty to get …
American Signature bankruptcy: The ties that bind
WILMINGTON, Del. — The much-anticipated bankruptcy of American Signature looks straightforward, and it has been reported as such. A company that boomed during Covid — …
A conversation with Peter Theran, CEO of the Home Furnishings Association
Executive shares what he believes are core tenets of the association and how important they will be to serving members now and in the future …
Credit association education conference addresses issues impacting home furnishings industry
Speaker topics range from bankruptcies to building trust and meaningful relationships with industry partners RALEIGH, N.C. — Speakers at the Furniture Manufacturers Credit Association Fall …
Learning from the Savannah Bananas
Thinking outside the box? How about getting rid of the box? After a summer of experimenting with AI, I have been contemplating the word “creativity.” …
AF Newco principal sues Buddy Mac Holdings
The soap opera of FRG-AF-BHF takes another nasty turn Keeping all of the parties, companies and subsidiaries tied to Franchise Group straight is pretty daunting. …
Mortage Bankers report shows home affordability rose in September
Association says costs improved for the 4th consecutive month, supported by lower mortgage rates and a growing housing supply WASHINGTON — Data from the Mortgage …
CPSC e-filing update: The countdown to 2026 has begun
COLFAX, N.C. — At the recent AHFA Regulatory Summit, Matt Howsare, partner and chair of the U.S. Product Safety Practice at Cooley LLP, cautioned furniture …
