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The Art of the Deal J&B Furniture Consignment is perfect for new homeowners By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
J&B Furniture Consignment is filled with sofas, artwork and other household items. When owner Barabara Willis peruses items, she makes sure they're clean, of current style and in good condition.
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85086 | SEPTEMBER 2020
Barbara Willis never imagined she would open a consignment store. But when she heard an Anthem shop was available, she took the opportunity. In 2012, she opened J&B Furniture Consignment, which is filled with sofas, clocks, artwork, beds and other household items. Willis even challenges visitors to a game of air hockey on a nearby table. “I just happened to be in the right spot at the right time,” she says about tak- Barbara Willis opened J&B Furniture Consignment in 2012. (Photos by Tim Sealy) ing over the business. “For whatever reason, he wanted to sell the style and in good condition. She’s quick store. It just made sense.” to say that many customers visit J&B Willis receives a majority of her Furniture Consignment looking for a items from homeowners in Anthem deal. That’s not always the case. Country Club, Scottsdale and as far “A lot of people think this is a thrift away as Colorado. store,” she says. “It’s not.” “Sometimes we’ll get entire homes,” She does call her prices fair, though. she says. “We’ve received baby grand “Because it says ‘consignment,’ cuspianos. I just love them. They’re just tomers think they can call the shots such a beautiful piece of furniture. on the prices,” she says. “I think our We’ve had gorgeous antiques.” prices are great. They’re fair. You’re not The strangest thing she’s seen in J&B paying retail. Our items are perfect for Furniture Consignment is the world’s a first-time homeowner.” largest elan antelope head. Willis’ lease is up in December, and “A cute young gal bought it,” Willis she’s considered another location. says. “She was into taxidermy.” However, she’s settled in Anthem, She frequently sees repeat custom- which she calls a “great community.” ers. “I like the people here a lot,” she says. “Sometimes, when people buy things “I’m going to stick around for a while. here for their homes, they’ll bring it It’s a fun business. It’s a lot of physical back after a couple of years, and I’ll take labor, but I enjoy it.” it—provided it’s still in good shape— J&B Furniture Consignment because they’re moving.” 42407 N. Vision Way, When Willis peruses items, she Suite 101, Anthem, 623-551-4135 makes sure they’re clean, of current
