Financial resources, credit resources and business capital are available for existing Georgia businesses, small businesses and entrepreneurs. From state assistance to federal resources and venture capitalists, the Georgia Department of Economic Development helps find the right financial… Read More
Investment tax credits help Georgia businesses grow by making it more affordable to expand and improve facilities.
Companies in manufacturing or telecommunications support that have operated in Georgia for at least three years are eligible to earn investment tax credits for upgrades or expansions.… Read More
Research and development (R&D) tax credits are a valuable benefit for companies developing new products and services in Georgia. R&D tax credits are available to any company that increases its qualified research spending, whether they be brand new companies, existing companies… Read More
Retraining tax credits enable Georgia businesses to offset their investment in employees. Whether retraining workers to use new equipment or new technology or upgrading the company's competitiveness with ISO 9000 training, companies can afford more training, more often, thanks to Georgia's tax… Read More
Business inventory is exempt from state property taxes (as of January 1, 2016). Almost all (93 percent) of Georgia's counties and over 140 of the cities have adopted a Level One Freeport Exemption, set at 20, 40, 60, 80 or 100 percent of the inventory value.
A Level One Freeport Exemption may… Read More
Lack of financial assistance is often the greatest barrier to business expansion. Georgia is proactive in providing companies with a wide range of grants and loans through specialized public programs. The variability of this financial assistance has helped thousands of companies foster… Read More
Unmanned systems or UAVs cover a wide range of applications, including: unmanned aerial, ground, sea surface and undersea systems; automated manufacturing and testing; logistics control; target prioritization; and more. Investments in unmanned systems in Georgia continue to grow and benefit the… Read More
Use the links below to find all the latest information on local film festivals, industry resources, the State of Georgia and the City of Atlanta. If you have any questions, please contact us… Read More
Just getting started learning about the entertainment industry? No problem! The documents below will help explain what to expect when a production rolls into town, plus how to work with the Camera Ready program. Of course you are welcome to contact us with questions any time.
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