Three builders to collaborate on 160-acre Founders Glen in Grimes

Three respected names in Iowa homebuilding, Jerry’s Homes, KRM, and Hubbell Homes, are partnering to bring Founders Glen to life, a 162-acre master-planned community in Grimes. This collaboration represents a powerful example of local builders working together to meet the evolving needs of Central Iowa families and homebuilding needs in the coming years.

Business Record: Experts discuss Des Moines area housing market

The Business Record recently assembled a group of experts to talk about the Des Moines area housing sector and its outlook for 2026.

Axios: Condo projects, market projected for 2026

With the introduction to Telus Condos to the market, Hubbell is hoping the more attainable price point and attention high quality and nearby amenities will draw in buyers.

Business Record: New project permits show 2026 project pipeline

Building permits were issued in September for 14 new projects in the Greater Des Moines area, including three multifamily projects in the city of Des Moines, a Business Record review shows.

Origin Homes breaks ground on 3rd Phase of Veterans District

Origin Homes, a homebuilder based out of West Des Moines, is breaking ground on five additional homes in Knoxville's Veterans District this year.

Flint named Lloyd E. Clark Leadership Award Winner via DSM HBA

Each year, award recipients are selected by Association leadership, with others presented by the Ambassador Committee. Three awards—named in remembrance of influential past leaders—carry special significance within the Association.

Coonan, Hubbell headline Omaha CRE panel

Tim Coonan, Vice President of Hubbell Realty Company, explained his positive outlook for the steadily growing market, citing Hubbell's current positive absorption of Sagebrook, a 264-unit apartment and townhome community in La Vista. Coonan also cited CBRE's Q3 2025 report with the strong fundamentals to support Hubbell's other upcoming multifamily projects - The Rye at Harrison and The Riva at Chalco.

Raccoon Valley Radio: Origin Homes holds Jefferson Open House

Origin Homes held an open house in Jefferson to celebrate completing the Rural Housing Initiative homes.

Fox named Director of Operations of Embarq Signature Homes

Pat Fox has been named the Director of Operations of Embarq Signature Homes, a leading high-end custom homebuilder based out of Central Iowa. Fox, who was formerly Director of Sales at Hubbell Homes, brings decades of homebuilding, management and leadership experience to the custom home building team.

Tollakson releases Think Bigger, Lead Better alongside Forbes Books

Think Bigger, Lead Better: Eight to Great Principles for Organizational Success by Rick Tollakson is now available on Amazon and at major booksellers. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes.

Highmark Communities Introduces Joyful Reflections: A New Standard in Memory Care

Highmark Senior Living is proud to announce the launch of Joyful Reflections, a thoughtfully designed memory care program now available at Edencrest Senior Living communities across Central Iowa. Developed with input from families, caregivers, and industry experts, Joyful Reflections reimagines memory care with a focus on personal dignity, emotional connection, and daily joy.

Hubbell's annual golf outing raises $69,000 for three organizations

Hubbell Realty Company has announced the 2025 Hubbell Extreme Charity Golf Classic, sponsored by Plumb Supply & Kohler Co., and the organizations who will benefit from the proceeds. This year, the Alzheimer’s Association Iowa Chapter, Easterseals Iowa and On With Life will split the $69,000 proceeds, or $23,000 each.
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