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Repurposing Existing Sites

Repurposing existing sites has become an increasingly attractive option for manufacturers and developers, particularly as greenfield opportunities become more constrained. In many regions, existing industrial and commercial properties offer advantages related to location, infrastructure access, and community…

Green Incentives for Manufacturing

Incentives

Sustainability considerations continue to influence manufacturing site selection and expansion decisions, and incentive programs have evolved to support this shift. In 2026, green incentives are no longer limited to niche projects. They are increasingly integrated into mainstream manufacturing investments…

Infrastructure construction funded through public finance tools

Public Finance Tools Every Developer Should Understand

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Public finance tools remain a critical component of many development and expansion projects, particularly when infrastructure needs or site conditions create cost gaps that private capital alone cannot efficiently address. In 2026, these tools continue to be widely used, but their effectiveness depends…

Industrial facility near transportation hubs representing strong site selection ROI

Five Location Factors That Drive ROI

Incentives

Return on investment in site selection is rarely driven by a single variable. While incentives can materially improve project economics, they operate within a broader framework of location fundamentals that ultimately determine whether a project performs as expected over time. Companies that focus narrowly…

Election Cycles and Incentives

Incentives

Election cycles influence economic development incentives even when programs themselves remain intact. Changes in leadership at the state and local level often bring shifts in emphasis, funding priorities, and approval processes. Companies that understand these dynamics are better positioned to manage…

Urban redevelopment site representing effective NMTC strategy in 2026

NMTC Strategy for 2026

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The New Markets Tax Credit remains one of the most effective tools for financing projects in qualifying low-income communities. As 2026 unfolds, competition for allocation remains strong, but well-prepared projects continue to attract interest from Community Development Entities. The projects that succeed…

Analyst reviewing maps and charts that visualize site selection data

Site Selection Data That Matters

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Modern site selection is increasingly data driven, but not all data carries equal weight. In 2026, successful site decisions are less about static comparisons and more about understanding how locations perform under real operating conditions. Companies that rely solely on high level tax and wage comparisons…

State Incentive Trends

Incentives

State incentive programs in 2026 continue to evolve toward greater targeting and accountability. Broad, discretionary incentive packages that once applied across industries are increasingly being replaced by programs designed to support specific sectors, outcomes, and regional priorities. For companies…

Tax Incentives Decoded

Incentives

Tax incentives are often presented with large headline values, but realized benefit depends heavily on structure, timing, and compliance. Without careful analysis, companies can overestimate incentive value and underestimate the operational and administrative burden that comes with them. Understanding…

Manufacturing Resilience and Site Strategy

Manufacturing

Resilience has moved from a secondary consideration to a central pillar of site selection strategy. Over the past several years, manufacturers have faced repeated disruptions related to supply chains, labor availability, infrastructure reliability, and extreme weather events. As a result, the definition…