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US & China Reduce Tariffs
Last night the U.S. and China announced a cooling of the ongoing economic dispute by mutually reducing tariffs on good traded between the two counties for 90 days with the expectations that negotiations will continue. The U.S. will
U.S. Flooring Manufacturers See Sales Uptick in Early 2025
Domestic hardwood flooring manufacturers reported increased sales during the first four months of 2025, according to insights shared at the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Wood Flooring Expo, held April 15–17 at the Charlotte
Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Imposes Tariffs on Imports from Canada, Mexico, and China
The U.S. has recently implemented new tariffs on imported goods, potentially affecting the hardwood industry's supply chain, costs, and global competitiveness. We are closely monitoring these developments. Here's an overview: Key
How Can You Be Extremely Busy and Still Go Out of Business?
We hear it all the time. I am so busy I will never be able to catch up, even if I was able to hire an additional 20-25 employees. The big question to ask yourself is, how can you be so busy that you cannot see straight that your
What Does Your Brand and Company Culture Have to Do With Attracting Talent?
In a recent article in the Weekly Hardwood Review it was stated that according to the Manpower Group more than half of today's job seekers feel an employer's brand and culture are definitely more important than they were five years
Importance Of A Unified Wood Promotion Program
For many years hardwood in a home was considered to be a sign of wealth or success. Items such as hardwood floors, cabinets, and furniture provided the feeling that the homeowner had "made it" and would be set for life while they