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- Polished.com Inc. (NasdaqCM: POLCQ) operates as an online platform connecting independent professionals, known as "Shiners," with clients seeking services in home remodeling, repair, and improvement. The company offers a marketplace for categories including kitchen and bathroom remodeling, flooring installation, painting, plumbing, electrical work, roofing, and general handyman services; it facilitates project matching, booking, payments, and quality assurance through its proprietary technology platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Polished.com serves residential and commercial customers primarily in the United States, with operations spanning multiple states via its digital-first model. In recent developments, the company delisted from Nasdaq in early 2024 amid financial challenges, transitioning to over-the-counter trading under the POLCQ ticker; it also underwent a strategic restructuring, including cost-cutting measures and a focus on core marketplace operations following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in late 2023, which enabled debt reduction and operational streamlining. Additionally, Polished.com expanded its service offerings with enhanced AI-driven matching algorithms and launched premium subscription tiers for professionals in 2024 to boost retention and revenue. The company targets homeowners, property managers, and small businesses in the fragmented $500 billion U.S. home services industry, competing with platforms like Angi and Thumbtack.