Social Media Today shared eight emerging visual trends for 2022 with the help of Depositphotos. We chose three visual trends for you to consider when developing different aspects of your business like website design, social media, advertising, etc. Go bold. …
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Demand for Housing Affordability Rises
According to a survey conducted by the polling firm Morning Consult on behalf of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), 82 percent of Americans agree that policymakers should factor in housing affordability when considering new legislation and regulations. With …
Read More »2022 Easter Spending Insights
According to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual survey with Prosper Insights & Analytics, 80 percent of Americans will celebrate Easter this year and 51 percent of celebrations will be in person. The survey also shows that American consumers plan …
Read More »4 Best Practices When Adding a New Product Category
Adding a new product category to your operation can be a formidable undertaking. Follow these best practices to successfully bring a new category to your store. Choose a category that compliments your hardline offerings and appeals to your customer base. …
Read More »Home Hardware Announces Return to In-Person Market in Fall 2022
Home Hardware Stores Ltd. has announced that plans are underway to host an in-person 2022 Fall Market. The event is scheduled to take place from September 23-25 at the Enercare Centre in Toronto, Ontario. “As public health measures ease across …
Read More »4 Ways To Optimize Your Google Ads Keyword Selection
Selecting the appropriate keywords for your Google Ads can immensely improve your ad campaign. We’ve compiled a list of keyword best practices to bring substantial and quality online traffic to your operation. Consider your customer. When using Google Ads, you …
Read More »NHPA Announces 2022 Young Retailer of the Year Honorees
The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is pleased to announce the 2022 Young Retailer of the Year honorees. Selected from a field of inspiring independent home improvement retailers under the age of 35 across North America, the eight …
Read More »6 Kitchen and Bath Industry Trends for 2022
According to the National Kitchen & Bath Association, the kitchen and bath full-year industry revenues are expected to reach a record $199 billion in 2022, with an anticipated growth of 19 percent for the second year in a row. Whether …
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