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Jumpstart Wilmington Graduates Featured on Cinnaire’s Advancing Communities Podcast

Cinnaire’s Advancing Communities Podcast brings together Cinnaire’s Chief Strategy Officer, Jim Peffley, with thought leaders, policy makers, and others who are making an impact in the community development and affordable housing industries. Our guests share their experiences and perspective on a range of topics, each supporting the belief that all people deserve the opportunities provided by […]
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Kickstart Session: What You Need to Know About Section 8 Rental Housing: From a Landlord’s Perspective

Please join us on April 18 as our speaker, Andrew Davenport, Vice President, Development for the MICHAELS Organization, explains “What You Need to Know About Section 8 Rental Housing: From a Landlord’s Perspective.” Date: Monday, April 18 Time: 5:30 – 7:00 pm Location: Zoom In this session, Andrew will cover: How Section 8 vouchers work […]
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Kickstart event announcement on March 28

Kickstart Session: The Truth About Sheriff Sales & Wholesaling

Please join us as our speaker, Brian O’Neil, an experienced Sheriff Sale Wholesaler shares his experience navigating the sheriff sales process and cautionary tales when considering this method of property sourcing. Brian is the owner of BK Properties. Date: Monday, March 28, 2022 Time: 5:30p – 7p Presentation Title: The Truth About Sheriff Sales & Wholesaling In this […]
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Jumpstart Training Program Featured on Cinnaire’s Advancing Communities Podcast

Cinnaire’s Advancing Communities Podcast brings together Cinnaire’s Chief Strategy Officer Jim Peffley with thought leaders, policy makers, and others who are making an impact in the community development and affordable housing industries. Guests share their experiences and perspective on a range of topics, each supporting the belief that all people deserve the opportunities provided by living […]
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Kickstart Session: Unlocking the Delaware Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program

Federal and state historic tax credits can be used as a source of capital for historic preservation development projects. When considering this tax credit program it is important to understand the eligibility criteria, rehabilitation requirements of a historic property, and how to complete the tax credit application. Join us as Delaware’s State Historic Tax Credit […]
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Kickstart Session: Incentives for Developing Historic Properties in Wilmington

Kickstart Sessions complement the Jumpstart Wilmington program and offer information around specific topics related to the development process. Register now for our next Kickstart Session coming up on January 24th – Incentives for Developing Historic Properties in Wilmington. Come join us to learn about the various tax credit incentives available for developers who are interested in […]
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Jumpstart Wilmington Receives Grants Supporting Loan Program

Jumpstart Wilmington was launched to help Wilmington residents and people committed to revitalizing Wilmington to become developers of their own neighborhoods through quality, community-focused real estate development training and finance options. The Jumpstart Wilmington Loan Program provides financing for the acquisition and construction of residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties in Wilmington neighborhoods. The loan program […]
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Kickstart invitation Nov 15, 5:30 pm

Kickstart Session: Tools to Create Efficiencies in the Development Process

The development process involves juggling multiple tasks, managing timelines, and leading multiple entities/development team members through project completion. In an environment with shifting priorities and unexpected occurrences, development project management tools can be ideal for maximizing productivity, organizing project tasks, and effectively managing project timelines and deadlines. Join us Monday, Nov. 15, as Azeez Weeks, […]
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Coming Soon – New Jumpstart Wilmington Application Round Opens 9/27/21

Jumpstart Wilmington was launched to encourage Wilmington residents to become developers of their own neighborhoods through quality, community-focused real estate development training and financing options. We will be accepting our next round of applications beginning September 27th through October 15th for our 2022 cohorts. Check out what Jumpstart Wilmington alumni had to share about their […]
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