Lately, Kalyn Gibson finds herself spending more and more time in Altoona—for business and for fun. Along with her husband Matt, Kalyn owns Forever Home Inspection Iowa, a company that has provided nearly 2,000 home inspections, including many in the Altoona market. (No surprise there. As the city’s population continues to grow, Altoona’s real-estate market is booming.)

Not many businesses can say they’re celebrating their 117^th birthday. But Legacy Bank has managed to navigate the changing and often turbulent world of the last century – including not one but two global pandemics – and have continually evolved to meet the needs of the communities they serve.

When it comes to commercial real estate for lease, the lease itself makes all the difference.

A commercial real estate lease—whether it’s for retail space for lease, office space or other commercial buildings—is a major commitment for tenants and landlords alike, involving significant time and capital. That’s why it’s so important to understand the structure of your lease before signing.

What is the best location for your transportation and logistics business?

Obviously, there are many factors to consider, from the local workforce and property taxes to the locations of your manufacturers and end-users. But the most important factor of all is the location’s proximity to a transportation network. This is why many companies are choosing to relocate their business to Altoona, Iowa. 

In October, the City of Altoona issued 13 commercial and 27 residential building permits representing over 58,142 square feet of new or improved space and over $7.4 million invested.

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Altoona City leaders and Chamber members will meet for a luncheon October 21, 2020 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Claxon’s Smokehouse & Grill to hear from Altoona’s City Administrator, Jeff Mark. Attendees will learn more about how the community is working toward our Master Plan.

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