Elimination of de minimis provision could have significant implications for industry
Rule allows shipments valued under $800 to enter US duty-free I realize that here in furniture land, all eyes and ears have been focused on …
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Evidence mounting of a brick-and-mortar comeback
Exactly one year ago, I wrote of the seeming revivals of malls, train heists and piracy. We’ll call this column Throwback Tuesday, because since mid-February 2024, …
Judge removes Franchise Group legal team
An auction now is likely of FRG assets including Buddy’s Home Furnishings and American Freight DELAWARE, Ohio — After a fast, even frenetic start to …
WithIt names Cathy Valent 2025 president, announces new board members
HIGH POINT — WithIt, the women’s leadership development network for the home and furnishings industry, has named Cathy Valent, vice president of sales at Springs Digital, …
FMG panel addresses importance of custom upholstery options on the retail sales floor
Having the best presentation is often a balancing act of showing just the right amount of fabric and finish options that can be understood by …
Industry observers speak out about tariffs
Last week, President Trump made good on a previous promise to slap a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico as a means of …
Postcards from Las Vegas
Notes from the January furniture market LAS VEGAS — We can have fun in such different ways, and few places put this on such gaudy, …
FMG Symposium kicks off 2025 with flair and substance
Jan. 23-25 event in Las Vegas drew dealers, vendors from around the country LAS VEGAS — Heading into the January Las Vegas Market, FMG once …
Trump executive order addresses high home prices. Will the furniture industry benefit?
We all know that ample and affordable housing has always been one of the keys that unlocks the door to success for home furnishings retailers. …
Additional subpoenas served in FRG investigations
LA Times report notes that B. Riley Financial and Chairman Bryant Riley are fully cooperating with the SEC LOS ANGELES — Bankruptcy court documents show …
