An Insider's View

January 30, 2023

A peek into the homes of the rich and famous | Jerry Epperson

A friend with a large furniture retailer suggested that I watch as many episodes of mTV’s “Cribs” as I could. The series first aired in 2000 and visits the homes/mansions of successful celebrities worldwide, but so far most are on the West Coast. Since it is an mTV creation, these celebrities were often rappers, producers, […]

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January 15, 2023

Challenges abound for economists trying to make sensible predictions | Jerry Epperson

These are the most challenging of days for our economists. ... The economic factors today are confusing to all.

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December 18, 2022

Looking forward to a whole new — and rewarding — year | Jerry Epperson

A whole new year with lots of exciting new furniture and mattresses. Let’s remind our customers how rewarding new furnishings can feel.

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December 4, 2022

First, inventory; then rail strike and fuel shortage. What’s next? | Jerry Epperson

I have been watching headlines to anticipate any possible potholes in the upcoming months for furniture and mattress sales ...

November 27, 2022

At the start of a style update | Jerry Epperson

In my opinion as a very old furniture observer, we are in a MAJOR PRODUCT DESIGN CYCLE. We have these shifts every ...

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November 6, 2022

Why were we at High Point? I’ll give you 5 good reasons | Jerry Epperson

I have been busy talking to retailers and manufacturers, trying to get the best read on the recent High Point furniture market.

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October 21, 2022

Why are we at High Point Market? | Jerry Epperson

Has this year zoomed by! It is already October, and to us furniture brethren, that means going to High Point and planning for an exciting entirely new year.

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October 9, 2022

Going public? ‘Must love misery’ | Jerry Epperson

Were you surprised at the unsolicited offer from CSC Generation to acquire Flexsteel for about $20-plus per share? I wasn’t, not really.