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You've been thinking about changing things. Even where you live, but you can't decide where you belong. What if I told you there are some cities that would pay you to move there? It's true.
Several cities and suburbs across the country are offering incentives to entice new residents. They’ll pay you to move there, which could help cover moving expenses, and some throw in other perks, too.
So where am I moving and give me my money!
According to Realtor.com, these cities are giving cash and other perks to new residents:
- Greater Rochester, New York - The program: Greater ROC Relocate
It offers up to $9-thousand in grants to buy a home in the nine-county region, as well as as much as $10-thousand in awards for people in specific career fields.
- Jacksonville, Illinois - The program: Make My Move
This program offers a package worth $9,300, which includes $5-thousand in cash after living there for 12 months, a one-year membership to a driving range, a teeth-whitening package and a three-month gym membership.
- Topeka, Kansas - The program: Choose Topeka
They’re offering up to $10-thousand for renting in the first year or up to $15-thousand to buy a home. Two other programs are also available, one offering $5-thousand to former Topeka residents and one giving $5-thousand to veterans transitioning out of the military.
- Tulsa, Oklahoma - The program: Tulsa Remote
It offers $10-thousand in rental grants or a $10-thousand lump sum payment after buying a qualifying home, and a three-year membership to a local co-working space.
- West Virginia - The program: Ascend WV
New residents can get a total of $12-thousand in cash incentives, the first $10-thousand comes in monthly payments during the first year and $2-thousand is paid after the second year. It also comes with access to a free co-working space and a one-year Digital Outdoor Recreation Pass that includes free gear rentals and activities like snowboarding and white-water rafting.
The moving truck is outside. Who's helping me pack and get the hell out of here?
Source: Realtor.com