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GSU, ASU officials discuss real estate program partnership

Grambling State University and Arizona State University recently teamed up for an information session on real estate classes taken through ASU that are credited to GSU student transcripts.

Exchange: Large rent increases squeeze metro Phoenix tenants

According to the Federal Reserve, Metro Phoenix median household income climbed 22% during 2016 and 2021, but the area's rents climbed almost 80% between that time, per real estate brokerage Colliers.

The Fed's interest hike will affect you in ways you may not expect

An ASU economist says the perception that the Feds are doing something about inflation, can help make it true.

Rents could hike another 20% as Valley deals with housing crunch

With incomes not increasing at the same rate as rent, tenants are in a difficult situation. An ASU real estate expert says they have to make tradeoffs.

VERIFY: Are gas prices in Arizona more expensive than ever?

According to an ASU economist, the average price for a gallon of unleaded gas in Arizona of $4.59 per gallon does not represent the most expensive “real price.”

9 things you can do during your lunch break to guarantee a great afternoon

What gets one person motivated for the afternoon may not work for others. And there's more than what you do. An ASU management expert says what you eat matters, too.

Making the jump to homeownership from renting can be a daunting decision, not always the best one

An ASU real estate expert warns against having "unrealistic expectations." He says buyers need to understand the limits of their budget.

New push for Sen. Mark Kelly’s gas tax relief bill as prices surge

An ASU economist says the gas tax goes back decades and helped finance the freeway system across the U.S.

Arizona experts weigh in on rent control alternatives

There are other ways to help out struggling renters besides rent control that doesn't put the burden on landlords, says ASU real estate expert.

Money lessons to teach children for financial success

ASU finance expert says she sees a disconnect with her students and real-world money tips. Here are three lessons she says parents could share with their children.