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Quick news for Phoenix renters: 7 stories this week (Nov. 4)

It takes a lot of time to stay on top of the news, so here’s a quick roundup of stories about renting and living in Phoenix.

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It takes a lot of time to stay on top of the news, so here’s a quick roundup of stories about renting and living in Phoenix.

News for Phoenix renters

🌊 Democrats continue to rack up wins in Arizona, including many candidates who campaigned on making housing more affordable. Follow our live election results here. (The Copper Courier)

🔑 Young people in the US aren’t moving as much as they used to, with high costs keeping them stagnant. (Phoenix Business Journal, 🔒)

🏠 Home sellers are having to decide between holding out longer or lowering prices and offering concessions. (Associated Press)

🥫 Thousands of Arizonans have lost access to SNAP food aid. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego is encouraging families to apply for a new city program that can help them get their benefits back. (KTAR)

🤏 Tiny home communities in Glendale and Mesa are being supported by new grants from the Arizona Housing Fund. (Daily Independent)

💸 Need help paying rent in Phoenix? These 11 programs can help. (The Copper Courier)

🐶 Here are three methods for getting dog smell out of couches and how effective they are. (Apartment Therapy)

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