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New Survey Highlights Staggering Lack of Real Estate Literacy in America

Rick McCartney

Homie, a real estate technology company that has been changing the way homes are bought and sold since 2015, recently released the results of a survey polling 1,000 millennial Americans on topics related to real estate. The results of the survey highlight the extent to which the real estate industry has historically complicated the process, added unnecessary fees, and … [More]

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City of Chandler Gets MBA Program through UArizona Eller College

Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona

The City of Chandler Economic Development Department, in partnership with University of Arizona Eller College of Management announce the new Professional MBA program blending online learning with bi-weekly practicums in Chandler. Chandler’s business-friendly environment and world-class labor force have made it an attractive location for companies of all sizes and industries. … [More]

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Study: Displaying Fake Reviews Increases Consumer Trust in Review Platforms by 80%

INFORMS

Many people are using COVID-19 quarantine to get projects done at home, meaning plenty of online shopping for tools and supplies. But do you buy blind? Research shows 97% of consumers consult product reviews before making a purchase. Fake reviews are a significant threat for online review portals and product search engines given the potential for damage to consumer trust. … [More]

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Analysis Shows Child Care Tops Concerns about Returning to the Workplace

Talkwalker

As states begin to slowly reopen their economies, one of the most discussed details in social media is focused on companies’ plans to return to the office. According to international social media analytics firm Talkwalker, perhaps the most important thing on people’s mind is related to childcare. Uncertainty about what school will look like in the future, coupled with folks … [More]

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70% of Job Seekers Value a Company’s Commitment to Diversity when Evaluating Potential Employers

The Manifest

Most job seekers (70%) want to work for a company that demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion, according to a new survey from The Manifest, a business news and how-to website. Protests against systemic racism and George Floyd's death have sparked discussions about diversity in the workplace. Although businesses are prohibited from discriminating against … [More]

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Hotel Report: $16.8B Tax Revenue Loss Nationwide, $312.5M in Arizona due to COVID-19

American Hotel & Lodging Association

As a result of the sharp drop in travel demand from COVID-19, state and local tax revenue from hotel operations will drop by $16.8 billion in 2020, according to a new report by Oxford Economics released today by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). Hotels have long served as an economic engine for communities of all sizes, from major cities, to beach resorts, … [More]

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Poll: State and Local Government Employees Have Serious Concerns about Their Safety, Finances and Job Outlook

Center for State and Local Government Excellence

As the coronavirus outbreak continues to present many challenges to state and local governments, a new national poll reveals that public employees are deeply worried about their personal safety, family finances, losing their job, furloughs, and pay and benefit reductions. Despite their concerns, the research finds that public employees value serving their communities during … [More]

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Market Jitters Remain on Second Wave Concerns

by Joshua Mahony

Fears of a second wave throughout a number of red states raises questions over both the U.S. recovery and Trump’s election hopes. Market volatility is rife once again today, with the opening of U.S. markets once again driving down sentiment throughout Europe. The role of central banks throughout this crisis has been considerable, and this week’s Fed actions have highlighted … [More]

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Entertainment Co. to Bring Drive-In Events at New Venue

Steve LeVine Entertainment

Steve LeVine Entertainment & Public Relations (SLE) has announced it will open a social distancing, drive-in events venue at WestWorld of Scottsdale. At this venue guests will experience many of the same entertainment options they are accustomed to while still maintaining health, safety and social distancing guidelines recommended by the CDC. Entertainment and event … [More]

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Global Spending on IT Devices to Plunge by $108 Billion in a Year

LearnBonds

Coronavirus outbreak caused a global IT spending to slip 8% this year, with thousands of companies cutting their technology and service budgets and financing only essential IT costs. Although the entire sector is forecast to shrink, IT devices and data center systems are set to witness the most significant drop in consumer spending this year. The global spending on IT … [More]

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57% of Workers Second-Guessing Careers amid Pandemic, One-Third Want a More Fulfilling Job

Robert Half

After months of maneuvering through the coronavirus crisis, many employees are rethinking what's most important when it comes to their career, new research from global staffing firm Robert Half suggests. More than half of office professionals surveyed (57%) said they have experienced a shift in their feelings toward work due to the pandemic. Of those: 60% are more … [More]

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Updated COVID-19 EEOC Publication for Employers Addresses Antibody Testing Laws

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) today posted an updated and expanded technical assistance publication addressing questions arising under the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Laws related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The new question added to the publication, “What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws” … [More]

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Children’s Hospital Ranked in All 10 Specialties by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals

Phoenix Children’s Hospital

For the fourth time, Phoenix Children’s Hospital earned national rankings by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals in 10 out of 10 specialties. The health system is the only children’s hospital in Arizona ever to have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report and one of only 24 children’s hospitals in the United States to rank in all 10 surveyed … [More]

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Investment Firm Sees Phoenix as New Headquarters, Goodbye Seattle

Smead Capital Management

Smead Capital Management, a registered investment advisor, today announced the relocation of its corporate headquarters to Phoenix from Seattle, Wash. effective July 1. After considering several markets, Smead selected Phoenix because of the region’s large pool of investment management talent, an equitable quality of life, and access to key domestic and global financial … [More]

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Some Markets – Like U.S. Stocks – Can Stay Strong Despite Major Societal Events

by Zach Abraham

When major events happen around the world, and seemingly wherever they happen, the question quickly arises: How will this affect the markets? When two seminal events occur at once …. well, when does that ever happen? How much anxiety and uncertainty are we supposed to take over the financial effects of unforgettable U.S. history markers? And it is not just a pair of … [More]

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Medical Equipment Co. Continues Rapid National Expansion with New Office in Phoenix

US Med-Equip

Houston-based medical equipment provider US Med-Equip (USME) is expanding to Phoenix and Knoxville, giving more hospitals faster-than-ever access to the highest quality medical devices for patients in their care. USME partners with top hospitals across the nation in the rental, sales, service and asset management of movable medical equipment. The company has more than 40,000 … [More]

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Health Insurance, Retirement among Other Benefits Discussed in New Benefits Survey

XpertHR

Traditional paid leave plans (where all leave is in separate categories, such as sick and vacation) maintain a strong presence in the workplace, as 49% of employers responding to XpertHR's 2020 Employee Benefits Survey noted they have this type of plan, compared with 44% who offer a paid time off (PTO) plan (where all or most leave is in a single PTO bank). XpertHR's 2020 … [More]

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Farmers Markets Across Arizona Unite on Public Safety

by Mike Hunter

From June 15th to the 21st, farmers markets across Arizona unite behind Fresh. Healthy. Arizona Farmers Markets to promote safe practices. As the state of Arizona is getting back to business, it’s more important than ever that farmers markets, vendors, and customers continue best health practices to keep our markets safe, essential, and open to the community at … [More]

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