Land, Lavender and Launching a Dream Destination in Iowa

After living in the Pacific Northwest, one Iowa family returned to the state and founded a 200-acre lavender farm and agritourism destination.
Best Move to Iowa: A Brief Visit Turned Pella into Home

The Klok family’s decision to relocate to this central Iowa community known for embracing its Dutch heritage started with a scavenger hunt. Trisha and Raymond Klok’s first visit to Pella, Iowa, was a pastry-inspired college visit detour. Trisha’s son Spencer was interested in studying architecture, and a colleague suggested they check out the top-tier undergraduate program at Iowa State University in Ames. People there encouraged the family to add a stop in Pella to their journey from Joplin, Missouri, after hearing Raymond’s Dutch accent. Raymond grew up […]
Our Move to Iowa: Affordable Living, Career Growth, and Community Bliss

Explore our journey from California to Iowa, where we built our dream home, found fulfilling careers and embraced a lower cost of living.
Why Gen Z Is Moving To Iowa

Iowa’s affordable homes, cutting-edge careers and outdoor activities appeal to Gen Z.
The Girl Who Didn’t Want to Move to Iowa

Amanda, co-owner of Grand View Beef, never thought she’d move to Iowa from the west coast, but Iowa’s community encouraged her to stay.