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Through education of newly elected and incumbent officials, MSU Extension helps Michigan’s 1,858 municipalities, 14 multi-county regions, 12 federally recognized tribal nations and state agencies with information that informs public policy decision-making.

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Opportunity Zone trainings for local community leaders offered by MSU Extension

Published on April 16, 2019

Opportunity Zones are being billed as a potential major community investment vehicle, and these trainings explain the fundamentals for local governments.

Preparing your community for opportunity zones

Published on April 10, 2019

New economic development tool to impact Michigan communities through a federal tax incentive

National Charrette Institute and MSU Extension host Opportunity Zones training series in Michigan

Published on April 9, 2019

What are Opportunity Zones? How do they spur economic development? Is there an Opportunity Zone in my community? You have questions, we have answers.

Combining real property parcels

Published on April 1, 2019

A process for property owners.

How to avoid foreclosure

Published on March 20, 2019

Procedures from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau require servicers to contact delinquent borrowers early with information on options.