Sun Health is looking to the future as they take full ownership of Freedom Plaza, a first-of-its-kind life plan community located in Peoria that was designed and built by senior living pioneer and philanthropist Robert Roskamp. Roskamp’s Freedom Plaza Limited Partnership and Sun Health have co-owned the campus since its’ development, which includes independent living, assisted … [More]
Poll: Strong Bipartisan Support for Axon Campus Project
A new poll shows that Arizona voters overwhelmingly support Axon's proposed international headquarters project and legislation to boost economic development through campus-based housing, and that includes voters in Scottsdale. According to a Cygnal poll of likely general election voters, three-in-four (75%) of Arizona voters—including 79% of Republicans, 76% of … [More]
74% of Import-Reliant U.S. Companies Plan to Hike Prices in Response to New Tariffs
Most increases expected by mid-2025; companies also freezing hiring, delaying raises, and cutting jobs
A new survey from ResumeTemplates.com finds that nearly three-quarters (74%) of U.S. companies that rely on imports plan to raise prices following the sweeping tariffs announced by President Trump on April 2, 2025. The survey, which polled 735 business leaders, indicates that most price hikes will take effect before the end of Q2 — and that consumers aren’t the only ones likely … [More]
Pittsburgh-Based Dog Care Brand Announces First Arizona Location, Setting Stage for Statewide Expansion
The Dog Stop, the all-inclusive and award-winning dog care brand rapidly expanding across the U.S., announced its entry into Arizona with its first location set to open in the Phoenix metropolitan area in fall 2025, marking a significant step in the brand's continued nationwide expansion. As one of the fastest growing states in the nation, Arizona has an increasing demand for … [More]
Gated 17-Home Community in North Central Phoenix Brings Urban Experience
100 Northern, a new gated community from Meisterwerk Fine Homes located at 1st Avenue and West Northern Avenue in Phoenix announces just 10 units remaining . This private enclave features 17 contemporary homes in North Central Phoenix, offering a mix of single-level and two-story floor plans ranging from 2,276 to 3,715 square feet with three to four bedrooms and 2.5 to 3.5 … [More]
Carvana Announces Enhanced Tech for Phoenix Inspection and Reconditioning Center
Carvana Co., an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, announced plans for an auction and reconditioning ‘Megasite’ integration in Phoenix. This effort will bring Carvana’s Inspection and Reconditioning Center (IRC) capabilities to its existing ADESA Phoenix wholesale auction location while maintaining digital and in-lane auction operations on site. The … [More]
1 in 5 Homebuyers Expect to Sell Stocks to Fund Down Payment in Time of Uncertainty
One in five (20%) prospective homebuyers expect to sell stocks to help fund their next down payment, according to a new survey from Redfin (www.redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate brokerage. When it comes to people who own homes, roughly one in eight (13%) homeowners report selling stocks to help fund their down payment. One in 10 (10%) homeowners have sold … [More]
Small Business Optimism Slips
Main Street continues to ank taxes as a top business issue
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined by 3.3 points in March to 97.4, falling just below the 51-year average of 98. The Uncertainty Index decreased eight points from February’s second highest reading to 96. “The implementation of new policy priorities has heightened the level of uncertainty among small business owners over the past few months.” said NFIB Chief … [More]
NFIB Poll Shows Strong Support for 20% Small Business Deduction
A new poll released yesterday by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, shows broad, bipartisan support for America’s small businesses along with overwhelming support for keeping the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction in the tax code. ““Small businesses account for 99.5% of all businesses in Arizona … [More]
In the Business of Happiness: Expert Explores How Personal Fulfillment Boosts Workplace Innovation and Productivity
Happy employees are more productive, more engaged, less likely to be absent, make fewer mistakes, and tend to be more creative — all of which contributes to a more stable and more profitable workplace, explains Psychology Today contributor and internationally known happiness expert Dr. Alphonsus Obayuwana. His new book, The Happiness Formula, contains the first of its kind … [More]
