Which furniture retailer based in Texas is owned by Berkshire Hathaway?

The Texas-based furniture retailer owned by Berkshire Hathaway is Star Furniture.

Star Furniture was founded in 1912 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. It grew from a local furniture business into a major Texas retailer offering furniture, mattresses, rugs, accessories, and home furnishings. Berkshire Hathaway acquired the company in 1997, making Star its third major furniture retailer after Nebraska Furniture Mart and Jordan’s Furniture.

The wording can cause confusion because all three names appear in Berkshire Hathaway’s furniture group. RC Willey is another Berkshire-owned furniture retailer, but it is based primarily in the western United States. Nebraska Furniture Mart is associated with Omaha, while Jordan’s Furniture operates in New England.

Star Furniture remains focused on Texas, with stores serving markets including Houston, Austin, Bryan, and San Antonio. Its history illustrates Berkshire’s preference for acquiring established businesses and allowing them to continue operating under their familiar local brands and management.