The National Hardware Show® is quickly approaching and thousands of independent retailers will be flocking to Las Vegas to attend the annual event. While most attendees will be on the hunt for the latest products to add to their inventory, another …
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In many communities throughout the U.S., there are bastions of preservation, from community parks to certified historical sites. No matter their form, these places require care from experts and support from their local communities to continue operating. Sometimes, caretakers are …
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By Renee Changnon, rchangnon@nrha.org A Taste of Independence As an independent retailer, you most likely strive to patronize other local businesses in your community. From quirky coffee shops to independent book stores, it’s important to support independent establishments. When you …
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The North American Retail Hardware Association (NRHA) is always scouting new ways to help retailers boost sales and streamline operations. Our latest business services partner Pointy presents retailers an easy way to strengthen their online presence with every transaction they …
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In a March 15 decision, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the manufacturing and selling of paint and coating removal products that contain methylene chloride if the products are being sold for consumer use. The rule takes effect May …
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The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) had risen by an annual rate of 3.2 percent in the first quarter of 2019, according to The New York Times. GDP is the “broadest measure of …
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As the buy-local movement sweeps the country, communities across the U.S. have seen a resurgence in record stores, independent bookstores and unique coffee shops. In the home improvement industry, this resurgence affects communities on an even more intimate level. Retailers …
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Clothing chain Kohl’s has announced it will begin accepting “free, convenient, unpackaged returns for Amazon customers” beginning in July, according to a press release. Kohl’s partnership with Amazon dates back to 2017, when the companies first began piloting the in-store …
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