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What’s Happening in Ames This Week: Taste of Campustown, Lincoln Highway Days & More

Ames doesn’t slow down in late August, and if you’re new to town — or you’ve lived here for years and just haven’t made it out lately — this stretch is worth clearing your calendar for. Taste of Campustown — Wednesday, Aug. 27, 4-8pm Welch Avenue turns into a walkable food festival for the evening, […]
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The Questions I Get Asked the Most (Buying and Selling in Ames)

After 10+ years doing this in Ames and Story County, a handful of questions come up in almost every conversation — whether it’s someone’s first house or their fifth. Here are the honest answers. “How much do I actually need for a down payment?” Less than most people think. Conventional loans can go as low […]
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What Iowa State’s Return Means for the Ames Housing Market

Every August, Iowa State’s return reshapes the Ames housing market. Here’s what relocating buyers and families need to know before the fall rush. Every August, something happens in Ames that most people don’t think about until it’s too late: Iowa State comes back. And with it comes a wave of faculty, staff, researchers, and families […]
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When Everyone’s Actually Moving in Ames (And What It Means for You)

If you’ve ever wondered why moving trucks seem to take over Ames practically overnight, there’s a reason: August 1st. Between Iowa State’s lease cycle and the wave of students, faculty, and staff turning over housing all at once, Ames has one of the most concentrated move days you’ll find anywhere in the state. Most rental […]

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