The average buyer’s agent commission was 2.40% for homes sold in the first quarter, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s up slightly from 2.37% in the fourth quarter of 2024 and 2.36% in the third quarter of 2024—when the new National Association of Realtors (NAR) commissions rules went into effect—but down slightly from … [More]
Arizona Retailers: New Law Targets Transnational Criminal Networks Exploiting Consumers
Governor Katie Hobbs has signed SB 1351 into law, a critical piece of legislation aimed at addressing the concern of gift card fraud in Arizona. Once considered isolated incidents, gift card fraud has evolved into a coordinated operation run by transnational criminal organizations. These networks exploit consumers, retailers, and gift card processors, using stolen redemption … [More]
Nonprofit Receives $300K to Support Infants Suffering from Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Hushabye Nursery announced The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation has donated $300,000 to support inpatient detox and recovery for infants experiencing Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS). In the U.S., a baby is born every 15 minutes with NAS because of prenatal opioid exposure, which results in a complex and painful detoxification process in the days … [More]
Pittsburgh-Based Milkshake Shop Brings First Arizona Location to Chandler
The Milkshake Factory, the Pittsburgh-based dessert brand known for its milkshakes and premium ice cream, is bringing its first Arizona location to Chandler. The ribbon-cutting is set for Tuesday, May 21st, 2025. Located in the heart of Chandler, Milkshake Factory will offer its signature handcrafted experience, featuring decadent milkshakes made from scratch made from … [More]
Energy Efficient Materials Supplier Acquires Innovative Manufacturing Co.
Carlisle Companies Incorporated announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire select assets of Bonded Logic, Inc. and Phoenix Fibers, LLC. Bonded Logic is a U.S. manufacturer of sustainable thermal and acoustical insulation products. Founded in 2002 with manufacturing locations in Arizona and Georgia, Bonded Logic is best known for its innovative natural … [More]
Celebrity Burger Concept Expands with Multiple New Restaurants in Phoenix Area
Bobby’s Burgers By Bobby Flay, the concept co-founded by renowned chef Bobby Flay, announced a multi-unit franchise agreement to expand its presence in Arizona, with all locations planned for Maricopa County. The new deal comes from franchisee and veteran restaurateur Joe Sample, who recently opened his first Bobby’s Burgers location in Orem, Utah, in December 2024. Sample’s … [More]
Arizona Residents Carry the Fifth-Highest Credit Card Debt in U.S., Study Finds
A new study conducted by H&P Law, the Las Vegas personal injury lawyers, has revealed significant disparities in credit card debt across the United States. The research indicates that Connecticut residents carry the highest average credit card debt, while Iowa residents owe the least. Top 5 States with the Highest Credit Card Debt Rank State Average Credit Card … [More]
Tech-Enhanced Real Estate Yard Signs Offer New Way to Compete
The introduction of HomeSmart’s SmartSigns and SmartRiders leverages QR codes and NFC (Near Field Communication) tags, allowing potential buyers to scan or tap for easy access to property details and photos delivered right to their enabled mobile devices. This “smart” yard sign suite was designed to eliminate reliance on traditional marketing methods like onsite physical … [More]
Optima Launches Sales for First Tower at $1B North Scottsdale Community
Optima, an internationally acclaimed architecture and real estate development firm, announced today the launch of sales for the first luxury condominium tower at Optima McDowell Mountain—a $1 billion, design-forward community in North Scottsdale that has already secured close to $27 million in early reservations ahead of its public release. Optima McDowell Mountain … [More]
Nonprofit Unveils New Identity, Renewed Focus on Workforce Empowerment
St. Joseph the Worker, Arizona’s leading employment-focused nonprofit, has officially rebranded as The Worker, a name that better reflects its mission to eliminate barriers to employment and connect individuals with quality jobs across the Valley. The rebrand, publicly unveiled at a celebratory open house on May 1, includes a modernized identity and updated program names … [More]
Development Co. Achieves Full Lease-Up at Premier Industrial Development in Mesa
Kitchell Development Company announced that Abbott Labels has leased the final 50,509-square-foot vacancy at Elliot 94, completing the lease-up of the premier Class A industrial development in Mesa. With three tenants now occupying the 216,050-square-foot development, Elliot 94 is now 100% leased—making it one of the first fully occupied developments in the fast-growing … [More]
Mesa Boosts Economic Development Department to Shape Economic Future
The City of Mesa Office of Economic Development is adding three dynamic professionals to its team: Amanda Elliott as Deputy Director, Small Business Services and Administration; Benjamin Snow as Deputy Director, Business Development and Hayley Freestone as Economic Development Specialist. These appointments underscore Mesa's continued commitment to fostering economic … [More]
City’s First Women-Focused Sports Bar Preps for Mercury Season Tip-Off
When the Phoenix Mercury take the court for their home opener on Saturday, May 17, fans won’t just be cheering from PHX Arena — they'll be packing into a bar built for them. Title 9 Sports Grill, a bold new entry in the Valley’s culinary and sports scene, is emerging as the city’s unofficial headquarters for the WNBA season — and the rallying point for a new era of women’s … [More]
ASBA Launches Statewide SCALE Program to Empower Arizona Entrepreneurs
The Arizona Small Business Association (ASBA), in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, is thrilled to unveil our newest entrepreneurial program, SCALE (Strategic Coaching for Advancing Local Entrepreneurs), a dynamic new program designed to accelerate Arizona’s small business ecosystem. This two-part initiative embraces a holistic approach to small business … [More]
First-of-Its-Kind Indoor Dry Slide Park Opens in Scottsdale
Slick City Action Park, the first-of-its-kind indoor dry slide park, is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest location, Slick City Scottsdale. The highly anticipated new park features 13 dry slides, three air courts for basketball and dodgeball, a swing, a trapeze, a zipline and a junior jungle and web crawler play area for ages 5 and under. Slick City Scottsdale … [More]
CPA Group Announces First-Ever Director of Client Success
REDW Advisors & CPAs announced the appointment of Diana Gibson as its first-ever Director of Client Success. In her role, she will be responsible for fostering strong, enduring relationships between the fast-growing national firm and its clients, ensuring that they receive exceptional value from the wide array of services REDW Advisors & CPAs offers. Gibson will serve … [More]
Milwaukee-Based Private Aircraft Co. Expands to Scottsdale
Jet OUT, a private aviation company redefining ownership through its Co-Ownership and Co-Lease programs, expands to Arizona with its third regional base opening at Scottsdale Airport. Operations began in early May, with the facility reaching full capabilities by late summer. Jet OUT’s Scottsdale team will include 14 locally based employees, including pilots, maintenance … [More]
Metal Fabrication Co. to Triple Operations with New Facility to Support Growth
Capitol Engineering Co., a Phoenix-based metal fabrication company, announces that it has closed on an 11-acre, 120,000-square-foot industrial facility to expand its operations and support the company’s continued growth. The new fabrication facility is located at 1945 W. Broadway in Phoenix and nearly triples the size of Capitol Engineering’s current operations. The company … [More]
