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The Next Generation of Luxury Consumers

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Ask many high-end appliance dealers who their target audience is and they'll likely describe what sounds like a typical high-earning Baby Boomer. More specifically, they may describe empty-nesters in their mid-50s or older who have worked hard through their...

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Key Takeaways from an Unpredictable Year

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Remember when we thought 2021 was going to be the year everything goes back to how it once was? Instead, what is and isn't "normal" has remained in a constant state of flux for both consumers and businesses. We may not know what major changes 2022 holds, if any, but...

Adopting an Adaptable Mindset

Adopting an Adaptable Mindset

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Adaptability is defined as "the ability to adjust to different conditions or circumstances." I think we'd all agree that the last 18 months have been a crash course in adaptability! It's also made us keenly aware of how important it is to accept that the...

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Beyond the Showroom: Rethinking Luxury and Premium Selling

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Before the spring of 2020, your showroom was a key part of your sales model. Appliance dealers used their funds to host events and draw people in to see their products in person. Manufacturers used the direct connections that come with showroom events to build their...

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High-End Appliance Dealers: The Next Generation

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Beginning in the 1970s, independent appliance dealers have enjoyed a great run. As family-owned businesses, they are often cornerstones in their communities. Everyone recognizes their name, and there is a lot of pride in having the second or even third generation...

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Adjusting to Recent Housing Market Trends

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So far this year, everything has been in flux. The housing market has not escaped the unexpected shutdowns and the halt in new construction. However, as the economy recovers and mortgage rates remain low, the market shows no signs of slowing down to a stop. The need...

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Working Smarter and Staying Ahead: Adjusting Your Strategy for a Changing Market

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This article is the final piece in a series called Working Smarter and Staying Ahead featuring highlights from the annual KBIS Insights Breakfast presentation. Check out our previous posts for Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3. You know that your customer...

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Working Smarter and Staying Ahead: How to Sell to Different Customer Segments

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This article is part of a series called Working Smarter and Staying Ahead featuring highlights from the annual KBIS Insights Breakfast presentation. Check out our previous posts for Part 1 and Part 2. Once you understand the various segments of your market, then...

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The Stress Is Real: Taking Extra Steps to Encourage Your Team

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There's no denying the pandemic is taking a toll in a variety of ways. The most obvious, of course, is the health of people around the world who have contracted COVID-19. Statistics on illness and death have become ever-present in our newsfeeds. We can't ignore...

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How to Accelerate Growth in Slower Times

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It’s a FACT that business owners know and must accept: There will be times when your business experiences sales lulls. The reasons can vary—time of year, perhaps a new competitor opening up, or perhaps an economic downturn. But before you get defeated,...

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Luxury Home Sales Will Continue in 2023 (and What That Means for You!)

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With the significant increases in both inflation and mortgage rates, it’s clear that the recent real estate boom has come to an end. While this is an unfortunate truth for many, the new year still looks promising for affluent consumers looking to invest in luxury real...

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The High-End Appliance Audience Has Changed—Here’s How

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Identifying your target audience is one of the first steps in developing a marketing strategy. After all, if you don’t understand who your target audience is, how can you be sure that your marketing efforts will reach the right people? However, simply identifying your...

The Next Generation of Luxury Consumers

Adapting To Change

Ask many high-end appliance dealers who their target audience is and they'll likely describe what sounds like a typical high-earning Baby Boomer. More specifically, they may describe empty-nesters in their mid-50s or older who have worked hard through their...

car rear view mirror

Key Takeaways from an Unpredictable Year

Adapting To Change

Remember when we thought 2021 was going to be the year everything goes back to how it once was? Instead, what is and isn't "normal" has remained in a constant state of flux for both consumers and businesses. We may not know what major changes 2022 holds, if any, but...

Adopting an Adaptable Mindset

Adopting an Adaptable Mindset

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Adaptability is defined as "the ability to adjust to different conditions or circumstances." I think we'd all agree that the last 18 months have been a crash course in adaptability! It's also made us keenly aware of how important it is to accept that the...

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The Hidden (But Not Really) Threat to Independent Appliance Dealers

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A quiet shift is happening in the world of home products. Plumbing supply dealers are emerging from the shadows, leveraging their relationships with builders and designers to enter a new, high-stakes arena: the luxury appliance market. At first glance, this might seem...

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The High-End Homeowner Is No Longer a Niche. They Are Your Future.

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Over the past decade, the United States has experienced a dramatic surge in wealth. Between 2014 and 2024, the millionaire population increased by 78%, according to the USA Wealth Report 2025 . The growth isn’t theoretical—it’s already happened. ...

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Is Your Business Model Ready for Today’s Challenges?

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The phrase “sophisticated business model” might sound like unnecessary jargon. After all, if your business has been thriving for years, why change what’s already working? But here’s a question: how has the marketplace around your business evolved over the years? It’s...

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