Counsel & Clear Thinking Guide You Through Trouble

When you need experienced and reasoned guidance, GAFS is here for you. What are some strategies for this challenging economy? Where can retailers cut costs without affecting the customer experience? Are there alternative inventory sources? How can I increase my margins? You have questions — important questions that can determine the future of your company — and GAFS is where to turn for answers. We have honed our industry expertise across multiple issues — there's nothing in this business we haven't seen before, or for which we haven't crafted solutions. When you need guidance you can count on, trust GAFS.

Valuations, Product Sourcing, Debt Relief … How Can We Help?

Clients choose GAFS for two primary reasons: 1) our deep experience in the home furnishings industry, and 2) a genuine desire to achieve the best outcomes for our clients. As a result, clients often ask GAFS for valuations on inventory and assets, net recovery and salvage inventory. Do you have projects planned? GAFS can help here, too, with pro forma analysis. Whether it's a green field, wind-down or liquidation project, our experts will give you a clear picture on cash flow and profitability.

Often, profitability is a matter of finding the right source. GAFS leverages worldwide relationships with suppliers and manufacturers, and negotiates favorable rates and terms for our clients, often resulting in better margins and healthier bottom lines. Our sources for marketing and advertising support are also substantial; another area where GAFS can often save our clients significant money.

When It's Time To Turn Things Around, Turn To GAFS

Companies in distress often have trouble dealing with the reality in front of them. A good rule of thumb is that when you get the first sense that there might be trouble ahead, that's the time to call GAFS.

Initiating a turnaround strategy early opens alternative strategies. The more dire the situation, the fewer options available. With GAFS on board, we can analyze your unique landscape, strategize cost containment plans, project future cash flow and take necessary action, including debt restructuring if necessary. GAFS debt specialists will explore every possibility, including barter in exchange for necessary services, to ease debt strain and satisfy creditors.

I have to admit it was a refreshing surprise working with Great American Furniture Services. I had heard a lot of horror stories about furniture sales companies and figured they are all the same. They’re not. Great American Furniture was straight forward and totally up front with me.
— Jerry Divincen, President, Divincen’s Home Furnishings