The Intro Tax Increment Finance Course offers an in-depth look at the guiding principles and appropriate application of TIF. Topics discussed include the basics of TIF, negotiating and structuring TIF deals, understanding various financing structures, and combining TIF with different capital sources. Several case study examples from active TIF deals will be presented with explanations for how the community was proactively engaged in the process.

The Intro Tax Increment Finance Course is designed to bring TIF deal-making and best practices into focus and support the entire TIF community including economic developers, public agencies, bond issuers, legal professionals, developers, financial advisors, and other stakeholders.  

This course qualifies for the CDFA Training Institute's Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) Program. Join us online, and start down the road to personal and professional advancement today.

Course Objectives Learn the building blocks of TIF and essential best practice principles Dissect TIF deals from start to finish including community buy-in, redevelopment planning, bond issuance, and post-project monitoring Understand TIF bond issuance and mechanics Examine project- and district-based TIF approaches Explore the benefits of using special districts, credits, and overlays Receive a copy of the Tax Increment Finance Best Practices Reference Guide Topics Covered The basics of TIF How to create a TIF Typical improvements Site-specific vs. district-wide approaches Addressing community buy-in Financing variations Credits and overlays Case studies Who Should Attend? Bond Issuers Economic Development Professionals Community Development Professionals Developers Brokers/Dealers and Underwriters Elected Officials Government and Nonprofit Finance Officers Attorneys Accountants Financial Advisors Policymakers

Course Advisor Noelle Sheets Council of Development Finance Agencies Vice President, CDFA and Executive Director, CDFA Foundation Noelle Sheets is Vice President overseeing the Knowledge & Networks Division at the Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA), and Executive Director of the CDFA Foundation. She plays a pivotal role in shaping CDFA's future direction and... ensuring the organization remains at the forefront of development finance. Ms. Sheets came to CDFA in 2019, bringing with her more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit association management gained through positions at SSTI, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry of Central Ohio, and the Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland. As VP of the Knowledge & Networks Division, Ms. Sheets implements strategies to expand, energize, and optimize CDFA’s portfolio of work including the CDFA Training Institute, CDFA Advisory Services, membership, sponsorship, and event activities. As Executive Director of the CDFA Foundation, Ms. Sheets designs and coordinates the Foundation’s activities, focusing on creating equitable and inclusive opportunities for socially and economically disadvantaged individuals and communities involved in the development finance industry. She is deeply passionate about the Foundation’s mission and actively champions initiatives such as the CDFA Foundation Scholarship Program and the Caren S. Franzini Fellowship Program. She is skilled at connecting with people authentically and positively, leading to effective collaboration and shared success. Ms. Sheets holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Relations from Capital University. (More)

This training course qualifies for the CDFA Training Institute's Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) Program. Start down the road to personal and professional advancement today.

Scholarships are available to attend this event. Learn more about the CDFA Scholarship Program, and submit your application today. Please note that the application deadline is two weeks prior to the course start date.

CDFA permits only one person to log in and participate in the course. If multiple people are accessing the course without paying to attend, we will terminate the connection and access. CDFA offers group discounts for organizations that wish to register multiple people.

Early Bird Rates (Ends February 6) CDFA Member: $500 Non-Member: $825

Standard Rates (After February 6) CDFA Member: $625 Non-Member: $950

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