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DirectBuy of Cool Springs earns A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau

Brentwood, TN…

DirectBuy of Cool Springs, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise directly from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers, was recently awarded an A+ grade by the Better Business Bureau as a BBB Accredited Business.

In an economy that has seen better days, consumers more than ever need help finding companies they can trust. With this in mind, the BBB released a revised ratings system on December 1, 2008 that replaced their old “satisfactory” and “unsatisfactory” scale to make it easier for consumers to find trustworthy businesses.

According to their website, the A+ rating is the highest grade assigned by the BBB and represents their degree of confidence that DirectBuy of Cool Springs is operating in a trustworthy manner and will make a good faith effort to resolve any customer concerns.

The BBB rating system relies on a computer-generated formula that takes into account 16 diverse factors based on objective data and real-life incidences of a business’s actions that have been confirmed and evaluated by actual BBB professionals.

The owners of DirectBuy of Cool Springs, Steve Blume and John Langley, opened their former Cool Springs location five years ago, and have been a recognized, BBB-accredited business since 2002. The Better Business Bureau contends that BBB Accreditation continues to be the most reliable way for most consumers to identify businesses that can be trusted to deliver upon their promises.

“With our advertising and savings claims, we face constant scrutiny,” explained Owner Steve Blume. “Our A+ rating validates our success in upholding these claims and the promises we made to our thousands of local members over the last six years.”

DirectBuy of Cool Springs was also among the top ten United States franchises in annual merchandise volume purchased by members, and the showroom attracts members who drive as long as four hours to shop there.

To assist members with their home renovation projects, DirectBuy of Cool Springs also offers access to interior designers and product specialists who are specially trained in one of five areas of merchandise: Home Furnishings, Home Improvement, Flooring, Entertainment/Outdoor, and Accessories. Additionally, members benefit from the use of a children’s play area, café and a member’s lounge to relax while shopping.

DirectBuy Membership

Consumers who are interested in joining DirectBuy of Cool Springs are encouraged to attend an exclusive Open House event, which is designed to educate families about DirectBuy’s unique business model.  The Open House also helps consumers better understand how DirectBuy members avoid traditional retail markup when purchasing brand-name merchandise. 

About DirectBuy

For more than 37 years, DirectBuy has been showing hundreds of thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes – from furnishings, home improvement and flooring, to entertainment and outdoor products, accessories and much, much more. With more than 160 locations in North America, DirectBuy offers its members access to approximately 700 brand-name manufacturers and their authorized suppliers in the US, and more than 500 brand-name manufacturers and authorized suppliers in Canada.

Consumers interested in seeing DirectBuy’s savings, service and selection up close may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by visiting www.directbuycoolsprings.com or www.directbuycares.com.

 

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Tips for Creating Your Dream Home: Tried and True Tile Tips For Your Home

Want to make your master bath dazzle with enhanced tile designs, but aren’t sure where to begin? Careful planning and smart spending is important because it can get you the look you want for a price that won’t bust your budget. Let’s face it…renovating your master bathroom or any room is about a lot more than just stone or ceramic, so planning and getting creative with your budget is an important step.

If you’re thinking about replacing the tile in your kitchen or master bath and don’t know where to begin, here’s a little tutorial to help bring you up to speed.

Tile 101: Not all tiles are created equal. Sure, all tile feels hard to the touch, but some types are more durable than others. Tile is rated using a hardness scale, which you can use as a guide in determining how your room usage will affect your chosen tile.

            Tile Hardness Ratings

Group I – Tiles with a hardness rating in the first group are designed to hold up only to light usage. Use these tiles where traffic will be light and consist mostly of bare feet.

 Group II – These tiles can stand the wear and tear of normal traffic, however they will not last if placed in entryways.

 Group III – Tiles of this hardness rating can generally be used anywhere within the home and withstand a heavy degree of traffic.

 Group IV & V – Most likely you will not use these tiles in your home, as they are truly designed for extra-heavy, high-abrasion traffic.

Mosaic stone tile is the latest emerging trend. Available in a multitude of colors, these tiles can range in shapes and sizes, and may contain precious metals or stones. Mosaics fit nicely into both modern and traditional bathroom layouts. Feel free to mix it up by combining sizes, styles and shapes. And – while white stone tile is growing in popularity because of its ability to hide dirt and mildew and create a “clean and sanitary” look – be sure to use gray grout when installing the tile to achieve the best results. There are also several other materials and styles for you to choose from:

–         Brick

–         Cement

–         Ceramic

–         Pavers

–         Porcelain

–         Quarry

–         Saltillo

–         Terra Cotta

–         Terrazzo

The styles and colors you pick usually set the tone for the rest of the room’s accessories and mood so keep this in mind when choosing both color and materials.

Shop Wisely. Consumers with small budgets will be happy to hear that, generally speaking, larger stone tile is less expensive than smaller versions because it is cheaper to manufacture – and obviously that cost savings translates to you through the suggested retail price. The last piece of advice you should heed – plan ahead and make sure to add shipping time for products into your overall remodeling plan. This can be particularly important if you’re hiring an installer to do the work. A week delay in delivery can sometimes mean much more of a delay in the installation if that vendor has a full plate.

Sara Shragal is a staff writer for DirectBuy. For more information or other helpful tips for your home, visit www.directbuycares.com. You can send suggestions for future columns to questions@directbuycares.com.

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Versai The Wine Bar teams with DirectBuy to help Yorba Linda residents recover from Fire Ravages with an event set for Wednesday, January 14

YORBA LINDA, CA…

Robert Sarai, the innovative restaurateur of Fitness Pizza & Grill, and the newly minted Versai the Wine Bar, knows his neighbors need help after suffering losses caused by recent fires that destroyed more than 150 homes in the city.

Teaming up with DirectBuy of Orange County, the versatile Sarai announced plans to host a wine and food event on Wednesday, January 14, at his elegant wine bar to help contribute relief to fire victims. The event will run from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. 

He states, “We are all affected when disaster strikes, and our impulse is first to help our neighbors and support their rebuilding efforts. We will pull out all stops to make this event delicious, effervescent, and memorable.”

Sarai, a DirectBuy member, was thrilled when Geoff and Ann Rocke, co-owners of the members-only showroom, offered guests at the event the chance to win a free DirectBuy membership. So, in addition to an evening of fabulous food, wine and entertainment, the $85 cost for admission gives each attendee an automatic entry in the drawing for the membership, valued in excess of $5,000.00.

Moreover, Sarai has added that 50 percent of all proceeds for the event be donated to victims of the fires. Guests can sample wines from the Old and New worlds with plenty to eat. These dishes include a cheese-fruit platter, beef and chicken kabob sauté, coconut shrimp, crab cakes, kobe beef lobster and spinach ravioli, finished with an assortment of desserts. “You can be assured that no one participating in this fundraiser will go away hungry,” Sarai asserts.

“Robert is a fine person, makes delicious food, pours and sells a variety of wines, and is an outstanding member of the business community in Yorba Linda.  I am also proud he is a happy member of DirectBuy,” Rocke says. “We live in a great place, and when something as unpredictable as wild fires attacks our community, we’ve got to step up to help.”

Guests who attend this event can sip and stock up on wine for gift giving and entertaining. In addition to the food and wine, guests will mingle with live sensational music. “We live in interesting times, we want to help our neighbors directly and bring a little happiness into the situation,” Rocke says.

Rocke adds he intends to stock up on wines himself.  “Great selection and value—that’s what makes Versai the Wine Bar so appealing. We look forward to supporting our neighbors and this is more than fine food and wine pairings—it is a pair of local businesses reaching out.”

As you walk into Versai the Wine Bar you will feel as though you’ve journeyed to Europe and other ports of California with just the right level of cozy intimacy. Versai is draped with twinkling grape vines and elegantly lit candle chandeliers add to the enchantment as you explore a wall to wall wooded cherry bar with custom vintage architectural design. This ambience sets the stage for a memorable experience. This upscale chateau tasting room is committed to excellent hospitality always eager to please and delight its guests.

About Fitness Pizza & Grill and Versai the Wine Bar

The award-winning Fitness Pizza & Grill was established in 1989 and is located one block east of the Richard Nixon Library in the heart of Yorba Linda, California.  Due to its overwhelming success, a second Fitness Grill was established in 1991 in the urban downtown area of Brea.  Fueled by his culinary instincts. Robert most recently invented a new “haute spot”, a wine bar extending the Fitness Pizza and Grill concept by offering healthy and tasty combinations of savory food selections accompanied by world class vintages. Fitness Pizza & Grill Awards include: Best of OC Dining Spot 2007, The Zagat Award and YELP.

About Versai, the Wine Bar

Zagat rated Versai the Wine Bar, adjacent to the original restaurant at 18248 Imperial Highway. Versai has its own distinct personality and opened with great consumer acclaim on April 16, 2008. Versai the Wine Bar offers a vast array of vintages from around the world in a chateau room environment, with knowledgeable wine ambassadors able to inform serious wine buffs and newbies alike. Versai the Wine Bar urges everyone to sign up for announcements of upcoming travels through the wine regions of the world. See our calendar of events at www.versaithewinebar.com. Please visit also www.fitnessgrill.com.

About DirectBuy:

DirectBuy, the members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices, opened its full-service design showroom in Anaheim Hills, California in July of 2007. DirectBuy of Northeast Orange County is located at 4925 East Hunter Avenue, and offers area residents a vast array of items, including kitchen cabinets, flooring, lighting, and major appliances, from more than 700 top manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. For more information please visit www.directbuy.com.

 

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DirectBuy of Vancouver attends international conference

VANCOUVER, BC…

DirectBuy of Vancouver recently sent four members of its staff to DirectBuy’s international sales and service conference last month in San Francisco.

Held from November 22 to 25, 2008, at the San Francisco Marriott, DirectBuy’s conference, appropriately titled Brilliance by the Bay, brought DirectBuy center owners, staff and vendors from across the U.S. and Canada. Besides awards banquets and keynote speakers, the conference provided a team-building opportunity.

“It’s great to attend DirectBuy’s international conference for a lot of reasons: new ideas, as well as meeting other center owners and staff. Perhaps the best benefit is it gives our staff a chance to bond outside the showroom,” said Jade Allen, owner of DirectBuy of Vancouver. “That not only improves morale at work but gets our staff even more excited about what we do here at DirectBuy.”

DirectBuy of Vancouver staff attending the conference included: 

●        Sasha Idema, of Vancouver, BC

●        Mike Brown, of Vancouver, BC

●        Joan Miller, of Delta, BC

●        Mike Basaraba, of Vancouver, BC

As the leading members-only showroom and home design center, DirectBuy of Vancouver offers low insider pricing on products ranging from light fixtures to televisions to kitchen cabinets, all from more than 500 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. DirectBuy also offers design services to its members, as well as a listing of local contractors who offer installation services to DirectBuy members, many times at a discounted rate.

Since 1971, DirectBuy franchises have helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. With four convenient locations in the greater Vancouver area (Victoria, Vancouver, Coquitlam, and Kelowna), consumers can enjoy a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, visit www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 500 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Vancouver area since 1997. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are part of more than 160 franchise locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 604-552-5255, or visiting www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

Locations of the four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are: DirectBuy of Vancouver, 2659 Lillooet St., Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 4P7; DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver, 91 Golden Drive Unit #1, Coquitlam, British Columbia V3K 6R2; DirectBuy of Central Okanagan, #5 2260 Hunter Rd., Kelowna, British Columbia V1X 7J8; and DirectBuy of Greater Victoria, 350B Bay Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8T 1P7.

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.  

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DirectBuy of Gurnee attends international conference

GURNEE, IL…

DirectBuy of Gurnee recently sent 12 members of its staff to DirectBuy’s international sales and service conference last month in San Francisco.

Held from November 22 to 25, 2008, at the San Francisco Marriott, DirectBuy’s conference, appropriately titled Brilliance by the Bay, brought DirectBuy center owners, staff and vendors from across the U.S. and Canada. Besides awards banquets and keynote speakers, the conference provided a team-building opportunity.

“It’s great to attend DirectBuy’s international conference for a lot of reasons: new ideas, as well as meeting other center owners and staff. Perhaps the best benefit is it gives our staff a chance to bond outside the showroom,” said Karuna Talwar, owner of DirectBuy of Gurnee. “That not only improves morale at work but gets our staff even more excited about what we do here at DirectBuy.”

DirectBuy of Gurnee staff attending the conference included:

●        Lisa Miller – Member Service Manager, Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

●        Brad Marchildon – Call Center Manager, Grayslake, Illinois

●        McNemon Vincent – Warehouse Manager, Gurnee, Illinois

●        Tim Cain – Cabinetry Designer, Waukegan, Illinois

●        Ronald Milton – Director, Gurnee, Illinois

●        Justin Carmody – Director, Beach Park, Illinois

●        Trisha Avery – Member Associate, Kenosha, Wisconsin

●        Erin McCormack – Senior Product Specialist, Grayslake, Illinois

●        Vera Masionis – Product Specialist, Round Lake Beach, Illinois

●        Kristina Anderson – Product Specialist, Round Lake, Illinois

●        Jillian Wolf – Product Specialist, Richmond, Illinois

●        Laura Murdie – Personal Assistant to Karuna Talwar, Salem, Wisconsin

As the leading members-only showroom and home design center, DirectBuy of Gurnee offers low insider pricing on products ranging from light fixtures to televisions to kitchen cabinets, all from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. DirectBuy also offers design services to its members, as well as a listing of local contractors who offer installation services to DirectBuy members, many times at a discounted rate.

Since 1971, DirectBuy franchises have offered members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by buying wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. With five convenient locations in the greater Chicago area (Chicago, Gurnee, Hoffman Estates, Naperville, and Tinley Park), consumers can enjoy a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can call 1-800-DIRECTBUY or visit http://www.directbuychicago.com/.

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable, country-club setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Chicago area are part of more than 160 franchise locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by visiting http://www.directbuychicago.com/. 

Locations of the five DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Chicago area are: DirectBuy of Gurnee, 4081 Ryan Rd. #107, Gurnee, IL; DirectBuy of Hoffman Estates, 2200 N. Stonington Ave Ste. 150 Hoffman Estates, IL; DirectBuy of Chicago North, 6325 Avondale, Chicago, IL; DirectBuy of DuPage County, 1864 Highgrove Ste. 136 Naperville, IL; and DirectBuy of Tinley Park, 18400 S. 76th Avenue Ste. B, Tinley Park, IL.

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.  

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DirectBuy of Buffalo attends international conference

CHEEKTOWAGA, NY…

 

DirectBuy of Buffalo recently sent eight members of its staff to DirectBuy’s international sales and service conference last month in San Francisco.

 

Held from November 22 to 25, 2008, at the San Francisco Marriott, DirectBuy’s conference, appropriately titled Brilliance by the Bay, drew DirectBuy center owners, staff and vendors from across the U.S. and Canada. Besides awards banquets and keynote speakers, the conference provided a team-building opportunity.

 

“It’s great to attend DirectBuy’s international conference for a lot of reasons: new ideas, as well as meeting other center owners and staff. Perhaps the best benefit is it gives our staff a chance to bond outside the showroom,” said Mark Klinger, owner of DirectBuy of Buffalo. “That not only improves morale at work but gets our staff even more excited about what we do here at DirectBuy.”

 

DirectBuy of Buffalo staff attending the conference included:

 

  • Cassandra Hall, Interior Designer, Depew
  • Megan Cox, Warehouse Manager, Depew
  • LeeAnn Evans, Marketing Manager, Amherst
  • Leigh Marie Stegman, Marketing Manager, Cheektowaga
  • Don Goller, Catalog Specialist, Spring Brook
  • Mercedes Zoldos, Service Manager, Orchard Park
  • Jim Zelasko, Marketing Director, Orchard Park
  • Rebecca Dentinger, Product Specialist, Depew

As the leading members-only showroom and home design center, DirectBuy of Buffalo offers low insider pricing on products ranging from light fixtures to televisions to kitchen cabinets, all from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. DirectBuy also offers design services to its members, as well as a listing of local contractors who offer installation services to DirectBuy members, many times at a discounted rate.

 

Since 1971, DirectBuy franchises have helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. DirectBuy of Buffalo, conveniently located at 4950 Genesee Street in Cheektowaga, New York, offers consumers a comfortable, welcoming setting where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

 

DirectBuy offers nearly everything you need to create your dream bathroom—hot tub, showers, flooring, vanities, and much, much more—at prices direct from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. If you know what you want but don’t know how to pull it all together, DirectBuy also employs product specialists and professional designers, who can create the look that works best for you, your family and your budget.

 

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can visit http://www.directbuycares.com.

 

About DirectBuy

 

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Buffalo area since 2005. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. DirectBuy of Buffalo is one of more than 160 DirectBuy showrooms throughout North America.

 

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 716-684-1400, or visiting www.DirectBuy-Buffalo.com. 

 

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.  

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Greater Boston DirectBuys hold holiday food drive.

ROCKLAND, SHREWSBURY, STONEHAM, MA…

Lost amid all the talk of bailouts and other disturbing economic news is the effect it’s had on people who are truly in need: the homeless and the hungry. In fact, according to a survey by the Greater Boston Food Bank, food banks and food pantries in Eastern Massachusetts are experiencing a 53 percent decrease in donations over the past year. DirectBuy, in an effort to increase awareness, is holding food drives at its Greater Boston showrooms in Rockland, Shrewsbury, and Stoneham.

The food drive will begin on December 8 and run until December 31 at these showrooms. Both DirectBuy members and the general public are welcome and encouraged to bring starch (dry cereal, pasta, etc.) and canned food items. The individual DirectBuy showrooms will, in turn, distribute these goods to local food pantries via the Greater Boston Food Bank.

“The holidays are a great time of year but it can also be a very difficult time for some, especially in challenging economic times. Hopefully, by holding these food drives, we can help ease the burden on these food pantries and bring this issue to light for our customers and residents of Greater Boston,” said John Massaria, owner of DirectBuy of Boston South.

The Greater Boston Food Bank’s survey also illuminated some additional disturbing trends, including:

 

●        90 percent of food pantries surveyed report an increase in the demand for their services since September 2007.

●        53 percent report a decrease in the amount of food donated; 38 percent report no change in demand.

●        47 percent report running out of food to meet that demand; 27 percent of those running out on every distribution.

 

Those willing to contribute canned goods and starches (e.g. dry cereal, pasta, etc.) to DirectBuy’s holiday food drive can visit DirectBuy Showrooms at the following addresses:

 

●        DirectBuy of Boston South, 11A Commerce Road, Rockland, MA, 781-878-8846.

●        DirectBuy of Boston West, 422 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA, 508-842-8800.

●        DirectBuy of Boston North, 100A Fallon Road, Stoneham, MA, 781-438-8111.

DirectBuy franchises offer members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by purchasing wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. In addition, DirectBuy boasts a team of designers to help members with their purchases and gives them access to a roster of hand-selected contractors to expedite those projects.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House in the Rockland location by contacting the showrooms listed above or visiting www.directbuy.com. For more information on the Greater Boston Food Bank, please visit www.gbfb.org.

About DirectBuy

For more than 37 years, DirectBuy has been showing thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes – from furnishings, home improvement and flooring, to entertainment and outdoor products, accessories and much, much more. With more than 160 locations in North America, DirectBuy offers its members access to approximately 700 brand-name manufacturers and their authorized suppliers in the US, and more than 500 brand-name manufacturers and authorized suppliers in Canada.

Consumers interested in seeing DirectBuy’s savings, service and selection up close may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by visiting www.directbuy.com or www.directbuycares.com.

About Greater Boston Food Bank

The Greater Boston Food Bank distributes approximately 30 million pounds of food and grocery products annually to more than 600 hunger-relief agencies in a dedicated partnership to end hunger in eastern Massachusetts. The Food Bank serves 83,000 people each week. For more information about The Greater Boston Food Bank, visit www.gbfb.org or call (617) 427-5200.

 

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Valley Life Re-Welcomes DirectBuy of Fresno

FRESNO, CA…

In late October, KMPH Fox 26’s Valley Life welcomed back Troy Seavers, owner of DirectBuy of Fresno, for his second appearance on the show. Seavers was invited in early April to help explain the DirectBuy concept and how consumers can save money on purchases when redecorating, refurnishing or remodeling their homes. On his recent appearance, he expanded upon DirectBuy’s unique business model, and also touched on the everyday savings members can experience.

“We’re not just about furnishing and remodeling,” said Seavers. “We have everyday items like golf clubs, dishes, jewelry, electronics, fitness equipment, and bedding. We’re more than just the savings; we are a one-stop shop that saves you time and money.”

Also featured on the show were DirectBuy members Doug and Betty Constant. “DirectBuy carries everything you would find in retail stores, except it’s all in one place,” said Doug Constant. “Ninety-nine percent of the time you will find what you need at DirectBuy.”

Valley Life, hosted by Rich Kreps and Lesa Jennings, is a 10 a.m. weekday morning talk show that focuses on delivering information to area residents regarding the best local destinations and products for real people in Fresno. “Going direct to the manufacturer and cutting out the middleman leads to astronomical saving,” said Kreps. “DirectBuy gives people the opportunity to buy without traditional retail markup.”

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. DirectBuy of Fresno has a 29,000-square-foot showroom conveniently located at 4150 W. Shaw Avenue in Fresno that offers consumers a comfortable, welcoming setting where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

“The showroom is like a playground for adults, you can shop for room-to-room, outside or inside, they have everything,” said Betty Constant. “Also, the service staff is so wonderful to work with and they will help you with anything that you need.”

DirectBuy of Fresno carries a large selection of brand-name furniture at prices direct from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. To assist members with their home renovation projects, DirectBuy employs interior designers and product specialists who are trained in one of five areas of merchandise: Home Furnishings, Home Improvement, Flooring, Accessories, and Entertainment/Outdoor.

DirectBuy members also have access to renowned designer Christopher Lowell. Lowell has designed twelve room settings – created exclusively with products available through DirectBuy – using his seven Layers of Design. An innovative approach to home décor, The Seven Layers of Design concept keeps homeowners on budget and from feeling overwhelmed by their project.

For more information on DirectBuy of Fresno, you can call 559.476.2302 or visit www.directbuy-fresno.com.

About DirectBuy

For 37 years, DirectBuy has been showing thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes – from furniture, carpet and flooring, and custom window treatments, to kitchen and bath cabinets and fixtures, appliances, sporting goods, jewelry and much, much more.  DirectBuy enables members to purchase products from several hundred manufacturers at more than 160 showrooms across North America.  To learn more about DirectBuy, visit www.directbuy.com or www.directbuycares.com.

DirectBuy Membership

Consumers who are interested in joining DirectBuy are encouraged to attend an exclusive Open House event, which is designed to educate families about DirectBuy’s unique business model.  The Open House also helps consumers better understand how DirectBuy members avoid traditional retail markup when purchasing brand-name merchandise. 

To request a “Free Insider’s Guide to Buying Direct” and a Visitor’s Pass to learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, please visit www.directbuy.com.

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A weekend project with great ROI…DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver’s team building weekend improves morale and service.

VANCOUVER, COQUITLAM, VICTORIA, AND OKANAGAN, BC…

As service representatives for DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver, the leading members-only showroom and home design center, part of the job is helping people find the materials and labor for their home improvement project. Yet on a recent weekend, the service team had another project in mind, team building.

Accompanied by DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver Co-owner Peter Ruetz, the entire service staff spent two days and one night at riverside resort in Whistler, British Columbia. To onlookers, the group might have looked like a family reunion, taking part in a competitive volleyball game and not-so-competitive game of bocci; campfires and ghost stories and a shopping excursion to Whistler’s Village. Yet according to Service Manager Megan Taylor, the weekend had a profound effect on her staff.

Said Taylor, “A weekend away from the office was helpful in connecting as a team and allowing us to see the other sides of our co-workers. Not only did we become closer as co-workers, but we are now closer friends.”

“Our first service retreat was a huge success. Everybody had fun on the trip, which is great, but the true impact has been back on the job. The renewed enthusiasm has translated to outstanding service for our members,” said Ruetz. “That’s why we’ve decided to make this an annual weekend as it has been a great success.”

Since 1971, DirectBuy franchises have offered members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by buying wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. With four convenient locations in the greater Vancouver area (Victoria, Vancouver, Coquitlam, and Kelowna), consumers can enjoy a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, visit www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 500 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Vancouver area since 1997. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable, country-club setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are part of more than 160 franchise locations throughout North America.

 

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 604-552-5255, or visiting www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

 

Locations of the four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are: DirectBuy of Vancouver, 2659 Lillooet St., Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 4P7; DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver, 91 Golden Drive Unit #1, Coquitlam, British Columbia V3K 6R2; DirectBuy of Central Okanagan, #5 2260 Hunter Rd., Kelowna, British Columbia V1X 7J8; and DirectBuy of Greater Victoria, 350B Bay Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8T 1P7.

 

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.

 

 

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