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Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is used to support local government economic development projects. It can attract or help businesses expand without using general funds or raising taxes. TIFs subsidize businesses by refunding or diverting a portion of their taxes to help finance development, especially in areas where land values are rapidly rising.
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Small Business Improvement Fund – Chicago, IL
Small Business Improvement Fund was approved by the City of Chicago in 2021. It aims to make more than $60 million available through grants. It is financed through TIF revenues, with more than $100 million [...]