Need to find new solutions to shifting community development problems?Can't get the numbers to work on the building rehab or new construction project you've been trying to put together?Need to make your business district or neighborhood attractive for new investment?Want to expand your urban business facility?I may be able to help you.I work with businesses and developers on rehabilitation and redevelopment projects, as well as neighborhood groups, within greater downtown Kansas City and its'​ urban core. Many of my clients are "first-time developers"​ and are learning by doing, while others are experienced developers. Many of my projects are using tax incentives programs. I am also experienced working with community and neighborhood groups.I will take the time needed to educate, prepare and guide my clients through some complex and scary processes and environments. I don't assume my clients already know what is needed and how to do it. I know it can be pretty intimidating, so let me help.Call me directly at (816) 691-2104 or send me an e-mail at rlong@edckc.com .Specialties: Client education about available redevelopment tools, economic development, tax abatement, Tax Increment Financing (TIF), mixed-use projects, working with "fitrst-time developers," neighborhood revitalization, working with community/neighborhood groups, SBA-504,and public approval processes.