NEW WEBSITE: A consumer-driven website co-sponsored with the Mid-Atlantic Home Furnishings Assn. (formerly the Maryland Home Furnishings Assoc.) to direct customers to the stores that sell our products, as well as shared information among the reps and retailers.

YOUR VOICE IN ANNAPOLIS -MHFA is your watchdog in Annapolis, providing strong legislative support and represent-ation that affects you and your business. Our track record is impressive.

YOUR GOOD WILL AMBASSADOR - MHFA maintains a wide-ranging public relations program aimed both at keeping the public informed and counteracting unfavorable infor-mation generated by other sources.

YOUR SOURCE OF INDUSTRY INFORMATION - MHFA periodically conducts informative seminars and training sessions on labor relations, inventory control, truth in lending and more. Bulletins, newsletters and publications are used to bring valuable current information and industry advice to you.

YOUR REPRESENTATION WITH CITY/COUNTY AND STATE AGENCIES - MHFA works with the many agencies that are involved with the important day-to-day operations of retailers.

YOUR ANNUAL MHFA DUES INCLUDE DISCOUNT PROGRAMS:

• Affiliate membership with the Maryland Retailers Assn.
• Workers Compensation coverage through Injured Workers Insurance Fund
• Energy supplier through MAAGIC Program
  (Contact our office for details about these programs.)

SALES REPRESENTATIVE's BENEFITS:

NEW WEBSITE: A consumer-driven website co-sponsored with the Mid-Atlantic Home Furnishings Assn. (formerly the Maryland Home Furnishings Assoc.) to direct customers to the stores that sell our products, as well as shared information among the reps and retailers

ANNUAL GOLF OUTING: For the benefit of the G.E.T. Fund and a great opportunity to network with retailers

PURCHASE ADVANTAGE PROGRAM: Innovative program with IFDA to offer direct sales to interior designers

NETWORKING AND INFORMATION: An opportunity to meet with colleagues at meetings, Awards Dinners and Holiday Luncheons

MEMBERSHIP IN IHFRA: Your dues include membership in the International Home Furnishings Representatives Association, providing free legal counsel, and increasing your benefits and opportunities.

ACCESS TO INSURANCE AND DISCOUNTS: Competitive rates on insurance plans including health, dental and disability, and discounts on retail services (car rental, hotels, office supplies, etc)

CHR COURSE: Professional training through the Certified Home Furnishings Representatives Seminar, the most recognized course in our industry.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES: Access to placement services for manufacturers looking for representatives and representatives looking for lines.

LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES: IHFRA is consistently lobbying for legislation that impacts our business expenses and issues that affect our livelihood.

 MARKETS: Access to markets and services/information for housing, etc.