I’ve spoken with a few other shed companies and rent-to-own (RTO) providers about how this is affecting them and what they are doing to rebound as quickly as possible. I wanted to share what I’m seeing and what I’ve learned on how to make a comeback as quickly as possible.
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SmartPay Rentals Expands Sales Force
SmartPay Rentals, the shed rent-to-own provider located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, reports it has hired two new sales representatives: Kyle Summers and Sam Byler.
Tuff Shed Looking for More Employees, Installers
Tuff Shed Inc., a seller and manufacturer of storage buildings and garages, has been a bright spot in the U.S. retail sales and manufacturing sectors and is now looking to bring on more employees and installers to be part of its construction teams across the country.
Selling Sheds as a Homeowner’s Next Home Improvement Project
In a time where the she-shed movement is inspiring backyard bars, garden oases, and getaways, we are seeing consumers consider outdoor structures more and more as their next home improvement project.
LP Building Solutions Board Names CEO Southern as Chairman
W. Bradley Southern will also continue to serve as chief executive officer. Dustan E. McCoy has been appointed lead independent director, effective immediately.
Shed Builder Expo on Course for October
Shed Builder Magazine reports that it plans to move forward with the inaugural Shed Builder Expo October 1-2 at the DeVos Place Convention Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Outdoor Storage Being Auctioned Off from Woodtex Bankruptcy
Scores of manufactured sheds, portable garages, cabins, and other types of outdoor storage are being sold at auction as part of the bankruptcy of Woodtex. McLemore Auction Company of Nashville is conducting the auctions.
Working Together to Lower Fraud Risks
The rent-to-own (RTO) shed industry is not immune to fraud and theft, but it is something that can be slowed down when associated companies work together for the greater good of the industry.
Lumber and the COVID-19 Effect
Turmoil and volatility in lumber prices have resulted from the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic. Both lumber demand and supply reversed course from a very positive start to the year.
Shed Haulers Bash Rescheduled for 2021
The annual Shed Haulers Bash, which had been scheduled for March 20-21 in New Holland, Pennsylvania, at Petra Church, has been postponed until March 2021.
