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Incentive programs to move to the US, which are the US cities that welcome foreigners

2024-03-23 12:28:07Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

Incentive programs to move to the US, which are the US cities that welcome

Did you know that some small American cities and towns will pay you to move there? You've probably heard of some of those dying European cities offering something similar, but not everyone is ready for an international move. Relocation incentive programs in the United States are plentiful, and according to CNN, some cities offer not only financial incentives to move there, but also other perks, such as free gym memberships, co-working spaces, and even dinner. with the mayor. Some of the most lucrative deals reach five figures, and some offer homebuyer incentives.

The website MakeMyMove helps remote workers find locations that offer benefits to move there across the US. In 2018, the Tulsa Remote program was launched and became the first program of its kind. It offered remote workers and entrepreneurs $10,000 to relocate to the south-central US city for a year. If you want to apply, keep in mind that you must be at least 18 years old, have lived outside of Oklahoma for at least one year before applying, and move to Tulsa within 12 months of approval.

Ascend West Virginia is a public-private program started by Brad D. Smith, a West Virginia native and former CEO of software company Intuit, and his wife, Alys. Five communities participate in this program. Eligible recipients receive a $12,000 cash incentive ($10,000 the first year, an additional $2,000 the second) to move there. In addition, the program offers additional benefits such as free rock climbing, ziplining and golf passes in the area. Remote workers will also benefit from free co-working spaces.

Indiana has a very attractive offer to lure new residents. Literally dozens of cities and towns offer financing packages to move there. According to MakeMyMove, they range from a $15,000 package to move to Noblesville to a $7,200 package to move to Evansville. There are many other choices. If you're looking for a move, Indiana is definitely worth a look!

The Choose Topeka program offers applicants up to $15,000 in incentives through employer match funding. This program, which has been running since 2019, does not focus only on remote workers as many others do. Topeka offers incentives especially for veterans or those who have recently left military service, up to $5,000 and job offers with a minimum salary of $50,000.

According to MakeMyMove, eight cities and towns in Kentucky are actively recruiting new workers. Mayfield and Graves Country are offering an $8.8K package, which includes $5,000 in cash. They also offer lots of other perks, like 50% off after-school childcare, lunch with the mayor, and monthly egg giveaways.

Rural Alabama is really looking to attract skilled workers with its Remote Shoals program, which offers up to $10,000. To qualify, applicants must be full-time telecommuters or self-employed and make a minimum of $52,000 per year and, of course, be ready to move to the Shoals in the next six months. Rochester is offering $10,000 in grants and incentives through its Greater ROC Remote program. If you decide to buy a home, you can count on an additional $9,000 in home purchase grants. To qualify, applicants must live at least 300 miles from downtown Rochester or relocate from another state, be over the age of 18 and have a remote job.

Alaska is the least populated state in the US and the state is providing funding to those who already live there to keep them there. Through the Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD), residents are given an annual stipend, which has ranged between $3,284 and $1,312.

If you don't live in Alaska yet, but have always dreamed of moving there, don't worry after a year of living in the state, you can qualify for a PFD. Michigan is trying to attract students and young workers. The Michigander Scholars Program offers 350 scholarships and internships. Scholarships of $5,000 to $10,000 are available to those who complete an internship or take a full-time position in the industries that adhere to the program.


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