2012 Member Benefits Guide
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Western Home Furnishings Association
We s t e r n H o m e Furnishings Association
PROGRAMS In-Store Financing
In-Store Financing – Every Day, Every Dollar
Lowest EVERY DAY Financing Rates
Why go it alone? You have access to the Lowest EVERY DAY financing rates in the industry PLUS rebates back to you with the WHFA In-Store Financing program. Our EVERY DAY financing rates are based on over $400 Million in Annual Volume
NEW LOW RATES CALL TODAY FOR THE WHFA RATE SHEET AND
HOLIDAY PROMOTIONS
Exclusive program features: • Dedicated marketing & client relationship team • Open to buy reports & consumer sweepstakes sponsored by GE Capital • Furniture industry insights and case studies • Consumer ipending statistical data • Members-only holiday specials A simple one-page dealer application will have you transacting in less than 7 days!
Check Solutions
Save 10% or more on your check guarantee processing This complete check guarantee program allows you to process your single check transactions, all at WHFA member pricing.
Check Guarantee
Multiple Check Options
Now you can offer a 90-day Multiple Check Option. This no recourse, non-credit based approval process gives you the ability to let customers pay over 90 days.
Bankcard Processing
Call for a complete listing of rates and a comparative analysis.
Easily establish your lowest bankcard rate with Interchange Plus pricing and no hidden fees • Deposit into your own bank • No conversion or set-up fees • No minimum volume required • No monthly statement fees • Quick, seamless transition— no interruption in business
• No interruption in business
Alternative Financing
• Checks authorized in seconds • Funds deposited immediately • All equipment supplied by CrossCheck
Per Transaction Fees Visa $0 MasterCard $0 Discover $0 Debit Cards Only $.25
Help credit challenged customers • Advertise “NO CREDIT CHECK” and increase traffic by 50%. • No dealer recourse • Quick approvals *Ask about our additional savings for signing up.
Phone: (800) 422-3778 or (916) 784-7677
Fax: (916) 784-7697
Set-up fees waived.
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PROGRAMS Insurance
Protect your business with customized insurance
Labor Law & HR Consulting
Solve human resource and employee issues at no cost to you
WHFA's insurance brokers know the needs of home furnishings retailers. From your business to your workers' compensation insurance, WHFA insurance programs can meet your needs and make sure you are properly covered, all at competitive rates. WHFA becomes your one-stop-shop for business, auto, workers' compensation, Health or employment practices liability insurance.
• Unlimited telephone access to human resource lawyers and consultants. • Access to a complete data and labor law library—including wage & hour laws. • Wage, salary and benefits data. • Guidance to problems with: State labor code Federal wage and hour compliance OSHA compliance
Integrated Marketing
Reach your key customers and inspire them to purchase • Promotional Websites • Circulars & Inserts • Direct Mail Promotions • TV & Web Video
Music & Messaging
• Email & Mobile Marketing • POP (In-Store Signage) • Public Relations & Content Equal to buying group pricing
80% of purchase decisions are made while customers are in your store! Create a mood for buying with custom music & messaging • Music created with your customer in mind.
Call for a FREE DEMO
• Ten custom commercial announcements produced at any length (10, 15, 30 or 60 seconds). • PLUS—three new commercial announcements each quarter. • Manage your music & messaging with just a few clicks.
Create exciting opportunities for promotions and profit with TruckSkin's changeable advertising panels
TruckSkin
• Easily updated by you and your staff. • Easy ordering. • Design and approve online. • Change designs when you change promotions.
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PROGRAMS Inventory Financing
Centralized Billing Services—FREE & EASY • Pre-Approved Credit Line • Extended Re-payment terms—FREE of Charge • “Early Pay” Discount—FREE of Charge • Annual rebate to retailers (starting at $100,000 in annual volume)—10 basis points back to you • One regular payment to multiple vendors • NO Associated Volume Buyer (AVB) membership required CALL TODAY FOR A LIST OF APPROVED MANUFACTURERS
Employee Uniforms
Create the perfect image with discounted logo branded apparel • Purchase Program: Up to 40-60% off the top selling items, plus a 17% discount off the entire Aramark Catalog. • Rental Program: This rental program ensures that you get a costeffective, hassle-free uniform program delivered right to your door.
Call WHFA for a complete catalog of apparel products
New & Improved!
Office Supplies
Receive the deepest discounts on office products Enjoy these benefits: • National Account Pricing on over 100,000 office supply items. • Save 15-30% over the lowest retail price on your top 100 items, in-store and online. • Save 5% over the lowest retail prices in-store and online on everything else you buy*. • Custom billing and reporting. • FREE Next-Business day delivery of in-stock items on orders of $50 or more. * Exclusions apply
Paint Program
A fresh new look at 20% off national account pricing. You’ve got it Made-in-the-Shade Your showroom is at its best with pops of color that are current and fresh. Refresh, renovate or accentuate; Sherwin Williams paint is a simple and affordable way to show your customers you have the perfect palette for any room. All members receive national account prices plus an additional 20% on all Sherwin-Williams manufactured paints.
Call today for your member-only card and coupon— (800) 422-3778
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & PROGRAMS
Training, Publications & Manuals • California Truth in Advertising Manual • Career Brochure • Computer Comparison Survey • All in One—Federal & State Labor Law Poster • Internship Manual
ONLY $39.95
• Job Description Manual • Safety Information & Manuals
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Furniture retailers formed The Western Home Furnishings Association to save time and money. They negotiated competitive programs, developed valuable education and found ways to get together and share stories, all to help them grow professionally and thrive financially. Today WHFA is still your industry association, created for retailers by retailers. NEW RETAILERS…You have access to the best resources and services to help your business succeed and grow in today’s changing economy. ESTABLISHED RETAILERS…You can take advantage of value-added support, helping ease the demands of day to day operations, letting you focus on much more important things.
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Call your WHFA member representatives today for more information or visit us online. Phone: (800) 422-3778 or (916) 784-7677
Fax: (916) 784-7697
Website: www.WHFA.org Email: mbrship@whfa.org 500 Giuseppe Court • Suite 6 • Roseville • CA • 95678 est.1944
Western Home Furnishings Association
Western Home Furnishings Association — western affiliate of National Home Furnishings Association