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Realtors Should Promote Top Services to Set Client Expectations
Century 21 Real Estate released data from its new real estate industry survey that has uncovered significant insights into what the home buying / selling process is like for Americans, as well as trends that the company believes will influence the industry in 2020.
Convenience Stores to Promote Freshness and Cleanliness to Sell More Food
"As convenience store operators rise up in the foodservice echelon, and the lines between channels continue to blur, all foodservice retailers represent some form of competition to c‑stores, says Chain Store News."
Home Furnishing Retailers to Promote On-Trend Items
"Today the millennial cohort is out-earning any previous generation at a comparable age, largely due to this generation being more highly educated than any other. And they are finally putting that greater spending power toward an investment in homes, reports Forbes."
Cold Weather Means Higher Demand for Dry Skin Solutions
With winter's toughest weather on its way, Americans are turning to the web for answers about resolving their dry skin as the temperature drops. From weather conditions like harsh winds to common behaviors like increasing the temperature on the thermostat, winter often causes a rise in flare-ups of skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and just flat-out dry, itchy skin.
Easy Returns can Boost Online Clothing Sales
"52% of consumers have abandoned an online purchase out of fear of a difficult return process, reports Chain Store Age."
55% of Consumers Plan to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
"NRF has surveyed consumers about how they plan to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day annually for over a decade. Take a deeper dive into the data from the last 10 years."
Pet Stores to Promote Cold Weather Products for Dogs
Winter weather is here, and the colder temperatures mean hazardous conditions that can be dangerous for your pet. Dr. Jennifer Freeman, PetSmart's resident veterinarian and pet care expert, shares her top winter safety tips to keep your pets happy and healthy this season.
69% of Americans Consider Used Vehicles While Shopping
69% of Americans would be likely to consider a used vehicle for their next auto purchase, according to a survey from Ally Financial conducted online by The Harris Poll among more than 2,000 American adults.
Restaurants and Food Retailers to Promote Diet Offerings
"According to OpenTable data, consumers are moving toward more health-conscious food preferences, reports Progressive Grocer. Alternative diets are also on the rise compared with 2017, with 'keto' mentioned a whopping 683% more in reviews and “plant-based” mentions increasing by 136%."
Retailers to Promote Buy Online, Pick-Up In-Store Services
"25% of online shoppers plan to use a smartphone to shop online this holiday season, according to a recent survey from The NPD Group. Just two years ago, 19% of shoppers reported doing so, says Retail Dive."
51% of Consumers Plan to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
"NRF has surveyed consumers about how they plan to celebrate Valentine’s Day annually for over a decade. Take a deeper dive into the data from the last 10 years."
Quick-Service Restaurants to Promote Offerings to Customers with Dietary Restrictions
"HFN reports that, when it comes to their meals, Americans want convenience, plant-based alternatives and sustainable options, shifting away from traditional meal patterns, according to new reports from NPD and FreshDirect. More and more those foods are influenced by ethnicity, age and generational groups and health/social consciousness, NPD’s Eating Patterns in America report found."
