After the last frost, it’s time for the planting of summer bulbs. Popular with gardeners and homeowners, summer-blooming, spring-planted bulbs are generally low maintenance and can add drama to landscaping, especially when tucked amongst perennials or planted in patterns. Bulbs, …
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Outdoor Living Ideas for 2019
Outdoor living trends are evolving along with consumers, and independent hardware retailers must respond with updated product selections and styles to keep pace. From new furniture options to the latest in outdoor cooking appliances, the modern outdoor space is more …
Read More »Sink Into Inventory and Services to Attract Plumbing Pros
Independent retailers put great emphasis on providing fantastic customer service. When done correctly, this focus on making every customer feel welcome can yield great dividends across the spectrum of DIYers and pro plumbing customers. There’s a reason we all crave …
Read More »Good Leaders Are Learners
For trendsetters, the learning never ends, especially for retailers looking to improve their leadership skills and grow their businesses. These leaders are always on the lookout for ways to improve. Fortunately, there’s an organization dedicated to helping independent home improvement …
Read More »The Flea Life Cycle—and How You Can Stop It
Adult fleas are parasites of warm-blooded animals such as cats, dogs and humans. Under most situations, fleas will complete their life cycle within three to five weeks. They pass through four life stages: egg, larva, pupa and an adult stage. …
Read More »Now’s the Time for EPLI
A former employee brings a lawsuit against your business, claiming he was retaliated against for filing a workers’ compensation claim. An employee quits and files a charge with the EEOC, claiming race discrimination. Charges against your business, claiming gender discrimination, …
Read More »Top Multi-Cooker Picks for 2019
Multi-cookers, like top-selling brand Instant Pot, hit the small appliance market nearly a decade ago and have remained popular, especially as more and more cookbooks and online recipes are developed for the cookers. Combining the function of several appliances, including …
Read More »U.S. Retail Sales Rise in March
The U.S. Department of Commerce says retail sales in March grew at the fastest pace since late 2017, according to an article from CNBC. In total, retail sales increased at a seasonally adjusted rate of 1.6 percent, the strongest monthly …
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