The median U.S. home-sale price hit a record $383,725 during the four weeks ending April 21, up 5.2% from a year earlier—one of the biggest jumps since October 2022. That’s according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. The Phoenix Metro area saw a 25.8% year-over-year increase in new listings in this period. The average weekly … [More]
Build-to-Rent Investor Purchases Avondale BTR Community for $57M, First Acquisition in Arizona Market
Christopher Todd Capital has completed its first purchase of a newly-completed Build-to-Rent (BTR) community in Avondale, Arizona, part of Phoenix metro. The company, with offices in Arizona and Florida, purchased the community for approximately $57 million, which is well below what it would cost to build from the ground up today. The Class A fully amenitized community includes … [More]
Nonprofit Opens Fifth Location in Southwest Phoenix
One Step Beyond, Inc., a Phoenix-based non-profit organization that provides comprehensive programming and services for adults who have intellectual disabilities, officially opened its fifth Phoenix location on Wednesday, April 17. The new 13,601 square foot Southwest Phoenix location will serve 200 individuals who live in Phoenix, Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, Tolleson, … [More]
Arizona Workers Give Office Return a 8/10 Happiness Score, Says Survey
As has been widely reported, a significant shift is taking place in the workforce. Many employees who had grown accustomed to the flexibility and comfort of working from home are now being encouraged to return to the office full-time. While this transition initially faced resistance, a recent survey commissioned by Wealth of Geeks reveals that once employees settle back into … [More]
Local Healthcare Startup Reaches Staffing Milestone, Successful Growth Impacts Patients
HealthyU Clinics, a provider of integrated primary and specialty care services has announced it has reached 100+ employees across its clinics in Metro Phoenix, a milestone marking the company’s consistent growth since its inception in 2021. HealthyU Clinics is focused on elevating the standard of care for diverse communities through personalized healthcare solutions for Arizona … [More]
Academy for Construction Excellence Launches to Help Construction Professionals Reach Full Potential
Created to serve the growing need for training in the construction industry, Small Giants has announced the launching of an ambitious educational program, called the Academy for Construction Excellence. Developed with the guidance of an advisory council that has more than 200 years of combined construction education experience in all facets of the construction industry, this is … [More]
Revered Tempe Pub Partners and Changes Name
Boulders on Broadway helped herald in Arizona’s craft beer scene when it opened its doors in Tempe 17 years ago. Now the established Arizona craft beer bar and restaurant is turning a new page as it partners with Utah-based SaltFire Brewing Co. to become the SaltFire Brewing Tap House. The transition brings the brewery’s beers to the Arizona market, a menu refresh, and … [More]
Chicanos Por La Causa Board of Directors Appoints New President & CEO
Chicanos Por La Causa, a leading Arizona-based nonprofit empowering communities in six U.S. states, proudly announces the appointment of Alicia Nuñez as its new President & CEO. Nuñez has more than 23 years of financial and operational management experience in both for-profit and non-profit business. She is now the organization's first female leader in its 55-year … [More]
Local Brewery Works in Partnership with Concert Venue to Honor a Century of Entertainment
PHX Beer Co. is teaming up with The Nile Theater to craft a distinctive can design honoring the iconic music venue's remarkable 100-year legacy that will be available on May 1. This specialty can will be filled with one of PHX Beer Co.’s signature refreshing Lagers. The unique artwork on the canned beverage will pay homage to the rich history of the Nile Theater, infusing … [More]
HUD Kicks Off a Series of New Actions to Help Communities Fight Extreme Heat
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced new actions helping support communities to increase resilience to extreme heat. For the first time in its history, HUD published a webpage on Extreme Heat that serves as a hub highlighting actions communities can take to prepare and respond to extreme heat events and available resources to help fund climate … [More]
Advanced Packaging Takes Chips to the Next Level
ASU plugged into this next breakthrough in microchip tech with curriculum, partnerships with industry leaders
With Moore’s Law being stretched to its maximum, research and innovation are turning to advanced packaging to make electronics more powerful and enhance the capabilities of the tiny devices that drive the technology-based products consumers enjoy and that national defense systems rely on. Arizona State University is a key partner for the semiconductor packaging industry … [More]
Phoenix Bar Concept Earns Spot on World’s 50 Best Bars List
Century Grand, the celebrated cocktail haven located in Phoenix, Arizona, proudly announces its inclusion on this year’s North America’s 50 Best list, taking spot #36. Established in 2019 by Barter & Shake Cocktail Entertainment, this recognition solidifies Century Grand’s status as a pioneering force in the global cocktail scene. "Century Grand has always been dedicated … [More]
Fast-Growing Bank Awarded Preferred Lender Status by U.S. Small Business Administration
Integro Bank, the fastest-growing bank in Arizona recording 625% loan growth in 2023, made another leap forward when it comes to their capacity to help small businesses. The U.S. Small Business Administration has issued delegated authority to Integro Bank, an esteemed status within their Preferred Lender Program (PLP). The PLP status is the most desirable accreditation that a … [More]
Pickleball Franchise to Open One of Three East Valley Locations
The Picklr, the fast-growing indoor pickleball franchise, headquartered in Kaysville, Utah, announced that their Tempe, AZ club will celebrate its grand opening in the fall of 2024. The Tempe club will be the first of three locations in the East Valley area, with other locations being announced at later dates. The 26,000 sq ft Picklr will feature eight indoor courts, including … [More]
Valley Law Firm Creates Powerhouse Liquor Licensing Practice
Burch & Cracchiolo, P.A. continues to expand its Phoenix office with the addition of shareholder Ryan W. Anderson and associate attorney Shawn A. McCabe and a supporting staff of three essential employees. The duo will join the Firm effective May 1, 2024. Anderson and his team will join Burch & Cracchiolo attorney Jake D. Curtis to create the most experienced and high … [More]
Arizona Has the Highest Ranked Public High School in the Nation, Says U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, today announced the 2024 Best High Schools rankings. The rankings evaluate nearly 18,000 eligible public high schools at the national, state and local level. Five new schools in the top 10: Riverside Stem Academy (CA), International Academy (MI), Julia R. Masterman Secondary School (PA), Gwinnett … [More]
Nearly 40% of Homeowners Couldn’t Afford Their Home if They Were to Buy It Today
Nearly two of every five (38%) homeowners don’t believe they could afford to buy their own home if they were purchasing it today, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. This is based on a Redfin-commissioned survey of roughly 3,000 U.S. residents conducted by Qualtrics in February 2024. Nearly three in five (59%) homeowners … [More]
Arizona Wins $156M Clean Energy Grant to Expand Access to Low-Cost Energy Options
The Governor’s Office of Resiliency (OOR) was awarded $156 million from the EPA’s Solar for All grant program to improve access to rooftop and neighborhood-scale solar generation for all Arizonans. The Solar for All Arizonans program plans to deploy just over 61 MW of new solar resources throughout the state, benefitting thousands of low-income families, renters, and rural and … [More]
