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Plus: Home sales are slowing Share with a friend Hi renters, Welcome to Rent Check PHX. In today’s issue we’re talking about the closing of the downtown Phoenix YMCA, and the resulting displacement of the 64 tenants in its housing program.  I went to a press conference held by the Valley Tenants Union last week…

Plus: Upcoming community events Share with a friend Hi renters, Welcome to Rent Check PHX. In today’s issue we’re talking about more local businesses you can visit instead of shopping online or at big-box stores.  I’ve been having a lot of fun checking out new local stores with this monthly series. My trips always seem…

Plus: New affordable housing coming to Phoenix Share with a friend 🗞 See more from us: Add Copper Courier as a preferred news source on Google. Hi renters, Welcome to Rent Check PHX. In today’s issue we’re talking about Park(ing) Day, a worldwide event that promotes walkability, bikeability, and public transit.  One way my partner…

Plus: AZ’s minimum wage is going up Share with a friend Hi renters, Welcome to Rent Check PHX. In today’s issue we’re talking about a new eviction prevention program in Maricopa County that’s providing aid to renters.  It’s no surprise that with an average rent of $1,850 a month, many Phoenix renters are struggling to…

Plus: Upcoming neighborhood meetings and events Share with a friend Editor’s note: Last week’s edition was missing a link to the feature story about the Valley Alley Swap, a new monthly mutual aid event. Check it out here.  Hi renters, Welcome to Rent Check PHX. In today’s issue we’re talking about ways renters can turn…

Plus: Apartments with special offers Share with a friend Hi renters, Welcome to Rent Check PHX. In today’s issue we’re talking about a really cool new event I went to this weekend.  Not only is the Valley Alley Swap a fun way to meet new people, it’s also an easy way for people to exchange…

Plus: 7 decor changes that transformed a kitchen Share with a friend Hi renters, Welcome to Rent Check PHX. In today’s issue we’re talking about ways you can cut your energy bill in an apartment. It can be tough because, as a renter, you only have so much control over your space. But our reporter…

Plus: More businesses offering everyday goods Share with a friend Hi renters, Welcome to Rent Check PHX. In today’s issue, I’m adding to the list I started last month of local businesses in Phoenix where you can buy everyday goods.  We’ll also talk about the current standoff between house sellers and buyers, as well community…

Plus: Upcoming community events in Phoenix Share with a friend Hi renters, Welcome to Rent Check PHX. In today’s issue we’re talking about a Phoenix resident who gets around the Valley without a car—something that, despite its difficulty, she proves is possible.  I came across Skitch Kitchen’s videos on Instagram sometime in the past year…

Plus: Listings in Phoenix 55+ communities Share with a friend Hi renters, Welcome to Rent Check PHX. In today’s issue we’re talking about neighborhood meetings—and what it’s like to go to one.  We’ve also got some news about plans for affordable housing in the Valley, rental listings in 55+ communities, and upcoming community events. Hope…