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Program Profile: Capital Access ProgramMembers only Login
This program profile was created by the U.S. Dept. of the Treasury to describe capital access program parameters. The publication is intended for use with the SSBCI, but the detailed description and program highlights make the information useful for...
Program Profile: Collateral Support ProgramsMembers only Login
This program profile was created by the U.S. Dept. of the Treasury to describe collateral support program parameters. The publication is intended for use with the SSBCI, but the detailed description and program highlights make the information useful...
JumpStart 2010 Community ReportMembers only Login
The 2010 Community Report was published by the JumpStart Entrepreneurial Network, which brings together state-funded incubators, investment groups, and others to encourage tech-related companies in northeast Ohio. JumpStart has received national...
Chicago TIF Projects -- Map
This map displays TIF projects in Chicago from 2000 through July 2010. Users can filter projects by name, address, amount, year, and type, or use the map to see a description of each project. The map, which is a best practices example of development...
VA Business One Stop Portal
Virginia implemented a new web portal to connect businesses to a variety of economic development-related agencies and programs. This site is a strong example of how states can facilitate cooperation and partnerships with new or expanding companies.
Revolving Loan Funds (RLF)
This paper from the National Renewable Energy laboratory describes the basics of how a revolving loan fund works and how to setup a revolving loan fund for energy efficiency projects. The appendix contains a variety of resources related to RLF best...
Engaging the Rating Agencies
Questions relating to the role of the rating agencies have become more common do to economic conditions as many local governments and authorities struggle to understand the process of issuing a rating and its meaning. This article summarizes the...
Building Community Partnerships
Toby Rittner, CDFA's Executive Director, discusses guiding principles for success to consider when implementing a TIF project. The presentation outlines some best practice approaches as well as several case study examples.