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EPISODE · Nov 1, 2025 · 16 MIN

Ep.#89: Goree's Furniture Express: How A Family Upholstery Shop Became A Furniture Destination

from Good Neighbor Podcast: Auburn and Opelika · host Susannah Hodges at Village Centre Press

We share how a backyard consignment idea became a 106,000 square foot furniture destination built on service, selection, and speed. Jimmy walks through upholstery roots, supplier roadblocks, and the “get it to go” promise that keeps customers coming back.• starting as consignment then moving to new retail• family upholstery background shaping quality standards• supplier rejection at Tupelo and pushing through• mentors who encouraged the leap and resilience• growth from 800 to 106,000 square feet• brands with customization and six-week builds• ten-year cushion warranties driving confidence• same-day pickup and deep in-stock selection• community work and first-year St. Jude push• local ownership, 24-hour problem response goal• store location on Highway 169 in Opelika• contact details and active Facebook promotionswww.goreesfurniture.com

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We share how a backyard consignment idea became a 106,000 square foot furniture destination built on service, selection, and speed. Jimmy walks through upholstery roots, supplier roadblocks, and the “get it to go” promise that keeps customers coming back. • starting as consignment then moving to new retail • family upholstery background shaping quality standards • supplier rejection at Tupelo and pushing through • mentors who encouraged the leap and resilience • growth from 800 to 106,000 sq...

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