According to data from a recent study conducted by the University of Technology Sydney Online, over 72% of U.S. homeowners now prioritize comfort and energy efficiency when renovating their spaces over resale value and aesthetics, the focus on home renovation …

Affordability challenges and economic uncertainty continue to influence the housing industry as many homebuyers held off on purchasing new homes in June, according to the National Association of Home Builders. Newly built single-family home sales rose slightly by 0.6% in …

Multiple Sunshine Ace Hardware locations in Southwest Florida are hosting a three-day Miracle Bucket Sale to raise money for Children’s Miracle Network. Customers can donate $5 or more in exchange for a specially marked 5-gallon Ace Hardware bucket to use …

Tractor Supply Company recently released its financial results for the second quarter of 2025. Net sales for the company increased 4.5% in Q2, reaching $4.44 billion. This increase was primarily driven by new store openings and the growth in comparable …

Students in the 2025 Retail Management Certification Program (RMCP) recently completed the first site visit of the year in Fishers, Indiana. Designed specifically for store owners, regional supervisors and managers, the program blends strategic leadership training, hands-on business improvement projects …

While independent home improvement retailers are set apart from competition in areas like customer service and personalized product knowledge, a store’s return policy can also make independents stand out from the crowd—and keep customers coming back.  ​​According to the National …

In June, nationwide total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 147,000, up from 144,000 jobs added in May, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.  The construction sector saw a 15,000-job increase in June compared to May. 21 states added construction …

Westlake Ace Hardware recently relocated one of its Omaha, Nebraska, stores to a new location in the Westgate Plaza shopping center. The new 16,000 square feet store will employ the same general manager, Sean Grant, and all store associates from …