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TheStreet aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.Why we love this dealNow that warmer weather is here, it’s time to store all your winter boots and take out your sandals and flip-flops. While these versatile shoes are a must in spring and summer, flip-flops aren’t known for their support, and orthopedic doctors often warn people not to wear them. The good news is that there’s a happy medium: the orthopedic flip-flop, which has built-in arch support.If you want to add a pair to your rotation, Amazon is selling the Kidmi Arch Support Flip-Flops for 44% off, making them just $16. These flip-flops will properly support your body weight and help you avoid foot pain. And if you happen to have plantar fasciitis, these are perfect for you.Kidmi Arch Support Flip-Flops, $16 (was $36) at Amazon

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Shop at AmazonWhy do shoppers love it?These flip-flops may look like any average pair at a glance, but they’re far from it. Made of rubber, these shoes offer arch support up to 1.2 inches, and feature an EVA sole with a stretchable strap and a thick, non-slip sole. The material is also quick-drying, so these are the perfect shoes to take to the pool or the beach. And they weigh less than a pound, so you can throw them in your beach bag and not worry about adding too much weight.Five colors are available, including black, brown, khaki, gray, navy, and Cream White. While all the colors are on sale, the Black option has  the deepest discount at $16, thanks to an additional 20% discount once you add the item to your cart. All the other colors are eligible for the discount as well, and come out to $20 once added to your cart.Details to knowColors: Black, brown, khaki, gray, navy, and Cream White.Material: Rubber.Sizes: Women’s 6 through 10.5.Related: Amazon’s top-rated Nike sandals that are ‘comfy and easy to wear’ are on sale for just $24Shoppers rate these flip-flops 4.6 out of five stars, with many praising their comfort, grip, and ability to relieve pain.One shopper said she decided to permanently trade in her old name-brand flip-flops for these. They wrote, “Fits true to size. They are lightweight but supportive. Well-made. They are so amazingly comfortable and sturdy that I cannot rationalize buying the name-brand flip-flops now. I like these better.”A second shopper wrote, “I’ve been wearing them a ton around the house because we have hardwood floors, and my plantar fasciitis flares up really easily. These have honestly helped a lot. The arch support makes a noticeable difference.”Shop more deals Shevalues Women’s Arch Support Flip-Flops, $25 (was $33) at AmazonLitfun Arch Support Flip-Flops, $12 (was $30) at AmazonCrocs Women’s Getaway Triangle Flip-Flops, $30 (was $40) at AmazonSummer will be here before you know it, and you’ll want to have your beach bag ready to go. Add the Kidmi Arch Support Flip-Flops, and stay comfy while you enjoy the sun and sand.

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TheStreet aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.Why we love this dealTraveling can be stressful, but having useful and versatile items can help make packing and traveling smoother. A pack that includes organizational slip pockets, while also being the right size to use as a carry-on and a daypack while walking around your destination, can take the guesswork out of the trip, especially if it’s also designed for comfort and durability.What we’ve just described is the Osprey Transporter Panel Travel Backpack, which is available for 45% off at REI right now. Originally $165, this bag is on sale for $90 and offers a comfortable and versatile design for day trips to the city, plane flights, or your morning commute. Osprey Transporter Panel Travel Backpack, $90 (was $165) at REI

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Shop at REIWhy do shoppers love it?This 20-liter pack offers enough room for your essentials, snacks, water bottles, and a change of clothes if needed. It makes a great beach bag with the TPU coated construction, a great plane bag due to the compartmentalization, and a perfect overall bag for everyday errands or commutes, thanks to the slim profile.It includes an outer mesh zip pocket that can hold water bottles, like a 26-ounce Yeti, with ease. The main compartment  features four different-sized slip pockets, including two mesh pockets that can hold your phone or passport, and a laptop slip pocket with a strap that can hold up to a 16-inch laptop. It also has two pen holders and a hook for your keys. All of this is secured by a double-zip closure. Related: Walmart is selling a $100 travel backpack for $30 in 10 colors with a versatile design that opens like a suitcaseThe straps are padded on the top and offer all-day comfort, and a clip that goes across the chest keeps the bag comfortably in place. The main compartment is protected by a rain flap and a water-repellent TPU coating. The bag weighs one pound and 13 ounces, and measures 18.5 inches tall, 13.2 inches wide, and 9.1 inches deep. It also features a top handle for easy carrying. The bag is made with bluesign-approved recycled materials, so you can feel good knowing you’re contributing to a better future. The pros and cons of this dealProsOrganization: The 20-liter size and multiple pockets make it easy to organize your belongings, including mesh pockets, pen holders, small slip pockets, and a large zip pocket, plus the main compartment and outer zip pocket. Colors: This bag is available in three colors. Cons One main compartment: Shoppers may want something with more than one main compartment.One shopper said, “This bag excels at organization and weather resistance while also being pretty comfortable. I have used it for rainy days going to class and to take to the beach often due to its extreme weather resistance and how easy it is toclean. The bag fits my 16-inch laptop easily in its protective sleeve and has enough organization to keep everything in its place, with a lot of room left in the main compartment.” Another reviewer said, “It’s an amazing bag. It’s perfect as a personal item for planes, and has enough room to fit a laptop, tablet, over ear headphones, and a bulky change of clothes.”Shop more dealsREI Co-opTrail 2 Waist Pack, $18 (was $30) at REIOsprey Arcane Large Day Bag, $90 (was $120) at REINemo Vantage 26-Liter Everyday Adventure Pack, $109 (was $200) at REIThe Osprey Transporter Panel Travel Backpack is the ideal option for day trips, airplane carry-ons, or school commutes. It fits up to a 16-inch laptop, features tons of slip pockets, and has a large main compartment that can fit changes of clothes, snacks, and more. While slim, the outer mesh pocket can still fit larger items like water bottles, and the waterproof coating and rain flap keep your belongings dry. This Osprey pack is 45% off at REI, saving you $75.

The success of the furniture retail industry relies on a healthy real estate market, which has not performed well in recent months.”The housing market is just stuck in neutral,” Emarketer principal analyst Zak Stambor told Retail Dive. “By and large, just few people are moving, and the lack of housing turnover means there’s a smaller-than-normal market for goods.”Existing home sales fallExisting home sales in January 2026 fell by 8.4%, compared to December 2025, to the lowest level since August 2024 and declined 4.4% compared to January 2025, according to data from the National Association of Realtors, cited by the National Association of Home Builders.When consumers buy houses, they often also purchase new furniture for the rooms in their new home. If consumers are not buying furniture, it can lead to home furnishing store distress and, in some cases, closures.

Waltman Furniture closes its retail operation after 75 years in business.Shutterstock

Waltman Furniture closes last storeAfter decades of sales success, iconic Pennsylvania home furnishings chain Waltman Furniture will close its remaining location and warehouse after completing a liquidation sale that begins on April 9. The owner plans to retire after closing.The Kittanning, Pa.-based furniture retailer has hired Planner Furniture Promotions to conduct the going-out-of-business process on behalf of Waltman Furniture, according to Furniture Today.Largest furniture store in Butler CountyThe 75-year-old retailer originally opened its first store in 1951 in Chicora, Pa., where it became the largest furniture store in Butler County, Pa., the Butler Eagle reported.Founder Vernon Waltman handed the company over to his son Frank Waltman in 1982. Walman would expand the business in 2016, opening a second location in Kittanning. The company later closed the Chicora store and consolidated operations in the newer location in 2023, according to a press release from Planner Furniture Promotions, BedTimes reported.Owner seeks sale of real estateWaltman plans to sell the 100,000 square-foot showroom and warehouse facility in Kittanning after liquidating all inventory, then retire.”Frank and his family have built an exceptional legacy,” Tom Liddell, senior vice president of Planner Furniture Promotions said in a statement. “Their dedication to customer service earned the trust of generations of customers and we’re proud to support them through this final chapter.”Retailer offers top brandsCustomers can purchase discounted furniture, mattresses, and accessories from top brands at Waltman, including Beautyrest, Best Home Furnishings, Brooklyn Bedding, Flexsteel, HomeStretch, Leather Italia, Mayo Furniture, Mega Motion, Serta, Southern Motion, Spring Air, and Vaughan-Bassett.The furniture industry has lost several other independent furniture chains and stores to retirement in recent months.Several of the furniture businesses that closed had multi-generational owners who operated for decades. That was the case with Greenbaum Home Furnishings, a family-owned operation since 1959.Store owners retireGreenbaum Home Furnishings, which at one time operated four stores and a warehouse in Washington, announced on its Facebook page that it will close its last remaining store in Bellevue, Wash., after conducting a final retirement sale beginning March 19.Furniture store chain Kasala Modern Home Furnishings closed down its three stores also in the Pacific Northwest, as the owners retired from the industry to focus on other business and personal interests, according to its website.The Seattle-based furniture chain Kasala Modern Home Furnishings rolled out “The Great $5 Million Store Closing Sale” with a private sale that began Feb. 4 and expanded to the general public on Feb. 6, seeking “to sell our entire and complete stock to the bare walls as quickly as possible,” according to a message on its website.Related: 67-year-old furniture chain closes last store, no bankruptcy

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