DES MOINES, IOWA (February 19, 2025) — The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) recently recognized CT Development as the recipient of the Excellence in Development designation for 2024.

“This designation highlights a developer who exemplifies strong partnerships and a commitment to excellence in creating affordable housing through the Federal Housing Tax Credit Program to help ensure that quality, affordable homes remain accessible to income-eligible Iowans,” said IFA Director Debi Durham.

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 14, 2025) — The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) recently announced its 2024 top mortgage lenders and Realtors®. The awards were given to the lending institutions, loan originators, and Realtors® who assisted the most home-buyers through IFA programs in 2024.

WASHINGTON DC (February 12, 2025) — In an unprecedented and reckless move, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire Elon Musk, gutted the Small Business Administration (SBA), slashing hundreds of critical staff positions. The move has sparked outrage amongst small-business-owners and Main Street advocates, who warn of the devastating consequences for entrepreneurs who rely on the SBA for capital, disaster relief, and mentorship.

DeWITT, IOWA (February 11, 2025) — Farmers and ranchers in Cedar, Clinton, Jackson, Muscatine, and Scott counties will be receiving $5.3 million in cash-back dividends returned by Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica) as part of the financial cooperative’s patronage program, paying 1% back as a cash-back dividend. Eligible customer-owners were issued cash-back dividend checks the last week of January.