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Existing home sales fall 4.4% from January 2025

Sales also declined 8.4% from December, according to National Association of Realtors WASHINGTON — Existing home sales declined in all major regional markets in January…

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Martin Furniture names Kurt Berlin to lead new mass merchandising division

SAN DIEGO — Martin Furniture has named industry veteran Kurt Berlin as vice president of its new mass merchandising division. The company said the move…

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RC Willey announces succession plan

Jeff Child to retire as president, VP of Merchandising Lynn Lloyd named president SALT LAKE CITY – RC Willey Home Furnishings announced today that Jeffrey…

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Port Tracker report cites tariffs in import slowdown

Authors also acknowledge tariffs have had an impact on costs and retail prices to consumers WASHINGTON — Ongoing tariffs are expected to cause a decline…

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Belfort Furniture sees opportunity for growth with new distribution center

The 260,000-square-foot facility will allow the retailer to expand its in-stock inventory across all price points, enabling faster, more reliable in-home delivery BERRYVILLE, Va. —…

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Conn’s bankruptcy case still shows signs of life

Court also OKs settlement between Buddy Mac and Phonix RBS HOUSTON – The 2,170th filing in the Conn’s-Badcock bankruptcy has the Texas comptroller pushing back…

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Existing home sales fall 4.4% from January 2025

Sales also declined 8.4% from December, according to National Association of Realtors WASHINGTON — Existing home sales declined in all major regional markets in January…

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Arkansas Homefurnishings Association names 2 to board of directors

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas Homefurnishings Association has appoionted Michael Evans of Crafton’s Furniture and Appliance in Searcy and JB Rainwater of Sofa City…

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Arkansas Homefurnishings Association names 2 to board of directors

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas Homefurnishings Association has appoionted Michael Evans of Crafton’s Furniture and Appliance in Searcy and JB Rainwater of Sofa City…

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Woodhaven Furniture hires Jeannie Corey as VP, merchandising

CAIRO, Ga. — Industry merchandising professional Jeannie Corey has joined upholstery manufacturer Woodhaven Furniture as vice president of merchandising. She reports to Woodhaven President Tommy…

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Port Tracker report cites tariffs in import slowdown

Authors also acknowledge tariffs have had an impact on costs and retail prices to consumers WASHINGTON — Ongoing tariffs are expected to cause a decline…

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Ashley licensee opens new store in Ampang, Malaysia

SELANGOR, Malaysia — Last month, Morphxt Sdn. Bhd. unveiled its newest Ashley showroom with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 8,000-square-foot facility, at 649 Jln Ampang Utama 1/2, Tmn Ampang Utama, Ampang, Selangor, marks a significant…

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CPSC announces 5 recalls involving nearly 15,000 clothing storage units in the 1st week of February

Although no injuries have been reported, the agency said the units can tip over and harm children and older adults if not anchored to the…

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CPSC announces recalls of 2 more clothing storage units sold on Amazon

Although no injuries or incidents have occurred, the agency said they pose tip-over risks that can harm children WASHINGTON — The United States Consumer Product…

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High Point product highlights

From dining tables to elegant credenzas and sleek sofas, High Point Market is offering attendees a wide variety of furniture with unique styles and on-trend…

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Products seen at premarket in September

Home News Now spent several days last month in downtown High Point, where we visited a number of showrooms open for the Sept. 15-16 premarket.…

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Arkansas Homefurnishings Association names 2 to board of directors

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas Homefurnishings Association has appoionted Michael Evans of Crafton’s Furniture and Appliance in Searcy and JB Rainwater of Sofa City…

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Armen Living purchases showroom building in High Point

HIGH POINT — California-based contemporary home furnishings brand Armen Living is putting down roots in North Carolina by purchasing a building in High Point. “We are excited to announce…

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