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Havenpark Communities bought up parks across Iowa using government-backed loans. They raised rents across the board. And now, they’re selling off their properties in Iowa.
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    Zachary Oren Smith is your friendly neighborhood reporter. He leads Starting Line’s political coverage where he investigates corruption, housing affordability and the future of work. For nearly a decade, he’s written award-winning stories for Iowa Public Radio, The Des Moines Register and Iowa City Press-Citizen. Send your tips on hard news and good food to zach@new.iowastartingline.com.

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