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Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Resources

Revolving Loan Funds (RFLs) are a widely used financing tool, but they are sometimes misunderstood or underutilized. RLFs are a gap-financing measure that can effectively address a wide range of economic development, including infrastructure, small businesses, and redevelopment. A RLF is a self-replenishing pool of money, utilizing interest and principal payments on old loans to issue new ones. While the majority of RLFs support local businesses, some target specific areas, such as health care, infrastructure development, and environmental cleanup.


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