‘Jobs & Economy’ Archives
CNBC Ranks Iowa #1 in Cost of Doing Business
Iowa was ranked #1 for “Cost for Doing Business” because of it’s low tax burden, including individual income and property taxes, and business taxes on company’s who are considering locating their business in Iowa. CNBC also took into consideration [Read More]
Ames Named #9 Best Small City to Live
Ames was recently named #9 best small city to live by CNN Money. At an unemployment rate of 4.3%, it is boasted for it’s university jobs specifically in the biotech and agriculture industry and it’s active community involvement. To see where Ames ranks compared [Read More]
Iowa Home Sales Rise in May
May home sales in Iowa rose over 20% from a year ago and nearly 5% from April, which is another positive sign for Iowa’s economic recovery. According to a new report from the Iowa Association of Realtors, a total of 3,460 homes were sold in May 2010 and the [Read More]
Des Moines Named One of the 10 Best Cities for the Next Decade
Des Moines was recently named number seven in Kiplingers “Ten Best Cities for the Next Decade” based on it’s growing workforce, low-cost housing and family friendliness. From Kiplinger: “A likely worker shortage sparked by retiring baby-boomers has [Read More]
Iowa Continues Support to Our Small Businesses
As part of Iowa’s continued effort to help small businesses, the Iowa Department of Economic Development Board announced Iowa Demonstration Fund awards and business expansion awards. Environmentally Friendly Shipping Solutions in West Burlington The Iowa Economic [Read More]
