Why Come to Atlanta?

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With a higher quality of life, talented workforce, and lower cost of living, Atlanta is where more people and businesses are choosing to move.

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Why Come to Atlanta?
Learn about the demographics and opportunities in the City of Atlanta.

Coming From Another Country?
Learn about why Atlanta is a great place to invest in or expand to.
Resources

Site Selection Assistance

Bonds, Loans, Grants & Incentives

Opportunity Zone State Tax Credits
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April 18, 2024
Koncept House: Opening Doors and Spaces for Local Atlanta Entrepreneurs
Developers

We can help you finance your project and connect you with key resources.

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Why Build in Atlanta?
See why Atlanta is a great opportunity for development projects.
Opportunities & Incentives

Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund

New Markets Tax Credits

Preliminary Development Assistance

Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program

Residential Housing Incentives

Transit-Oriented Development Fund

Tax Allocation District Financing

Urban Enterprise Zone
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March 27, 2024
March: Affordable Housing Roundup
Businesses

See how we've helped other companies in Atlanta, and learn more about what we can do for you.

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Why Come to Atlanta?
Learn about the demographics and opportunities in the City of Atlanta.
Startups & Creatives

Business Assistance

DealRoom Startup-Investor Platform

iVillage at MLK

New and Emerging Technology Business Tax Waiver

Opportunity Zone State Tax Credits

Women's Entrepreneurship Initiative

Small Businesses

Business Assistance

Atlanta Open for Business Fund

Atlanta Recovery Loan Program

Atlanta Startup Growth Program

Commercial Down Payment Assistance

Commercial Property Improvement Grant

Opportunity Zone State Tax Credits

Small Business Loan Programs

Small Business Improvement Grants

Small Business Resource Centers

NPU-V Small Commercial Property Improvement Grant

Medium / Large Businesses

Business Assistance

Site Selection Assistance

Opportunity Zone State Tax Credits

Bonds, Loans, Grants & Incentives
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Homebuyers & Homeowners

We can help make your dream of owning a home in Atlanta a reality.

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Why Buy In Atlanta?
Discover why Atlanta is a great place to settle down and call home.

Homebuyer Programs & Downpayment Assistance
Find programs and incentives that work for you.

Owner-Occupied Rehab
Learn how Atlanta is helping existing residents with critical home repairs.
Additional Resources

Homebuyer Education

Lenders

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Current Program Participant Resources
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April 18, 2024
Invest Atlanta Monthly Board of Directors Meeting

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Renters

We can help make intown living affordable for you.

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Explore Affordable Apartments
See apartments that Invest Atlanta has helped finance.

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March 04, 2024
Affordable Housing Roundup

Invest Atlanta facilitates economic development within the city limits of Atlanta.

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Invest Atlanta facilitates economic development within the city limits of Atlanta.

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Invest Atlanta facilitates economic development within the city limits of Atlanta.

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Why Come To Atlanta?

From Fortune 500 companies to innovative local startups, Atlanta is where thriving businesses choose to be.

Digital Arts & Media

A $9.5B economic impact on the state of Georgia.

Life Sciences

Home to the CDC and over $400M in NIH funding.

Processing & Engineering

A leader in STEM degree completions.

Transportation and Logistics

The most convenient international airport.

Corporate HQ & Management Services

3rd most Fortune 500 headquarters in the U.S.

Atlanta’s research and development labs are attracting top talent, and keeping the city on the forefront of technology and business innovation.

Home to ten professional sports franchises, Atlanta enjoys a bustling, year-round social and recreational events calendar, including large outdoor festivals, NCAA events, and the world’s largest 10K foot race.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport serves over 275,000 passengers daily, connecting Atlanta to 150 U.S. destinations and 75 international destinations in 50 countries. Just 250 miles from Atlanta is the Port of Savannah, the nation’s fourth largest--and fastest growing--container port.

With bus and rail services covering over 1,000 miles, the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) offers residents and guests a quicker travel alternative.

Atlanta is home to 14 Fortune 500 headquarters, providing jobs to more than 1.3 million people. These include global brands like Home Depot, UPS, Coca-Cola, and Delta.

The City of Atlanta is home to more than 70 consular and trade offices, 40 bi-national chambers of commerce and more than 2,700 international businesses.

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Small Businesses

Medium / Large Businesses

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Homebuyers & Homeowners

Additional Resources

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Renters

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Why Come To Atlanta?

Welcome to the Business Center of the Southeast

Recent Relocations to Atlanta

What We're Made Of

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