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Pittsburgh is a City on the rise, being shaped by a creative, innovative generation of leaders who were in your shoes only a few years ago. There are a diverse range of opportunities just waiting to be seized. Those who have stayed here, or have come back, have found a home for their ideas and inspirations, their businesses and careers, their loves and their lives. I want you to stay and help us show the world what's next for Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh is calling, what's your next move? Buy a Home in PittsburghNeighborhood Housing ProgramIn order to make purchasing a new home affordable, the URA offers 0% deferred second mortgages to eligible buyers and the loan does not have to be paid back until you sell the property. Pittsburgh Home Ownership ProgramProvides fixed, low interest, 30-year mortgage loans for moderate income home buyers and a low down payment requirement of 3%. The program has a great feature that others don't -- help with your down payment and closing costs. The URA offers a Down Payment/Closing Cost Assistance grant up to $3,000, for income eligible borrowers! Comprehensive Home ListingsThe URA has an array of mortgage products available to help you on your way to homeownership. Income limits and program areas apply in some instances and a Housing Department specialist is available to discuss your goals at 412-255-6666. Start a Business in PittsburghUrban Development FundFinancing for non-owner occupied real estate developments in the City of Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh Business Growth FundFinancing for small and medium sized businesses for working capital, equipment, and leasehold improvements. Pittsburgh Entrepreneur FundFinancing for new and growing emerging technology-based firms, including Technology, Life Sciences, Sustainable / Green and other emerging industry clusters for working capital, laboratory, computer, and scientific equipment, leasehold improvements, real estate, and investments to lower energy usage. These are just a few of the variety of financing products the Business Development Center (BDC) offers for real estate and business development. These are gap financing products and work in conjunction with private equity and private debt to help businesses close the financing for their business growth and expansion. A loan from the BDC reduces risk and frees up cash flow by reducing the equity requirement and reducing the bank's exposure. The BDC also employs a large network of technical assistance providers and partners to help business start, improve, and grow. No matter what the business need, we can help. To discuss your business financing needs with a Loan Officer, contact: Tom Link Start a Family in PittsburghPittsburgh PromiseStudents who are eligible have the opportunity to receive a scholarship from The Pittsburgh Promise that would pay up to $5,000 each year for up to four years to help with expenses at Pennsylvania state-funded schools, community colleges and private schools that offer two OR four year degree programs. The Pittsburgh Promise is a commitment to the future of our young people and a pledge to families who live in the City of Pittsburgh. An affirmation that our region can and will be a dynamic place to live and work. Learn more at pittsburghpromise.org Lower Your TaxesTax Abatement ProgramBuying a new home in Pittsburgh comes with the added incentive of a tax abatement for 3 years Citywide and up to 10 years in Targeted Growth Zones! The Targeted Growth Zone neighborhoods are: Allentown, Arlington, Beltzhoover, California-Kirkbride, East Allegheny, Downtown Pittsburgh, Elliott, Esplen, Fineview, Hays, Hazelwood, Homewood North, Homewood South, Homewood West, Knoxville, Larimer, Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar, Lower Lawrenceville, Manchester, Mt. Oliver, Perry South, Sheraden, Spring Garden, Upper Hill, Upper Lawrenceville, Uptown, West End |
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