There are ways to improve negative customer reviews
In a recent column, I discussed the often less-than-glowing reviews consumers share about their furniture purchasing experiences. In case you missed it, here’s the link. …
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TD Bank survey shows optimism about consumer demand for furniture
70% of those interviewed at market believe furniture purchasing will remain steady or increase in 2nd half HIGH POINT — A survey of retailers attending …
Home Depot Q1 results sound vaguely similar to woes in the furniture industry
President, CEO Ted Decker said 3-year period of unprecedented growth was expected to be followed by a ‘year of moderation’ in 2023 ATLANTA — As …
South Dakota State University Foundation honors Bill and Carolyn Hinks of Furniture Mart USA
Bill and Carolyn Hinks have been named the South Dakota State University Foundation’s 2023 Philanthropic Family of the Year. The couple and their business, Furniture …
Factory Direct Enterprises opens Ashley showroom in Milford, Connecticut
MILFORD, CT – On April 28th, 2023, Factory Direct Enterprises, LLC (Factory Direct) celebrated the grand opening of its new 46,248 sq. ft. Ashley showroom located at …
YOY housing permits, starts drop again in April
Overall number of residential units completed in April rose 1.2% compared to April 2022 WASHINGTON — Year-over-year privately owned building permits and housing starts for …
YOY April furniture store sales fell 6.4%
Sales also fell .7% from March, further highlighting competition from other areas such as travel and dining out WASHINGTON — Year-over-year sales at furniture and …
Why should home buyers who have good credit pay for those who don’t?
I’m not sure whether to start this column with, “Just when you think you’ve seen it all,” or, “They have to be kidding, right?” Actually, …
BoConcept launches Bolzano upholstery line
Designed by Morten Georgsen, collection features pieces with a soft modern and organic aesthetic NEW YORK — Danish furniture retail chain BoConcept has launched a …
Wright’s Furniture & Flooring breaks ground for new warehouse
DIETERICH, Ill. – Wright’s Furniture & Flooring, a fifth-generation family-owned business will be holding a groundbreaking ceremony today, May 11, for the construction of its …
