A new phenomenon is affecting the United States of America and it is the depopulation of some areas. Thus, new plans are born to incentivize relocation. A unique opportunity for those who dream of rebuilding a life.
The new AMERICAN DREAM: cities in the USA that pay you or give you land if you go to live there
# From 5,000 to 15,000 euros: the cities that pay to live there (under certain conditions)
The problem of depopulation in America is also affecting what were previously considered large cities. A prime example is Detroit, Michigan, hit by the auto industry crisis. In fact, in just one decade, it rose from fourth to eighteenth in the ranking of the most populous cities. For this reason, since 2008, the local government has launched the “Challenge Detroit” which offers scholarships for those who decide to move or work in the city.
The city of Hamilton, Ohio also offers money to attract potential new talent. Through the “Talent Attraction” program, up to $ 5,000 are paid to all graduates in scientific disciplines who are welcomed by the citizen.
A similar program can be found in St. Claire County, also in Michigan, where the local government intends to pay off up to $ 15,000 in university debts to new residents.
Jobs with bonuses and supplements are what is offered in North Platte, Nebraska, and Tulsa, Oklahoma. Both cities find themselves having more job offers than questions, so they have come up with the same solution. Workers in the area are offered safe places and protections, as well as bonuses in salary. A frontier not to be missed for all those who are looking for a new job and have no problems moving.
# Kansas and Iowa: land as a gift to build new homes
In some Kansas cities, such as Osborne and Lincoln, there are many building lots that no one seems willing to build. In Osborne, in particular, financial aid is offered for those who want to undertake a construction project. We are not talking only of habitable houses, but also of entire commercial areas that can promote the local economy and attract new people.
In Manila, Iowa, a town with only 912 inhabitants, lots are offered for free. In addition, through a program called “Claremont House Lot”, the city also gives away homes based on the income of new tenants. The larger the family, the more the city is willing to welcome it at its expense.
# Less taxes for new residents
For other cities, a different type of incentive has been opted for. For example, in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas, new residents will not pay tax on their income for the first five years of their stay. Alternatively, you may decide to exchange this grant for a $ 15,000 student loan.
In Topeka, the capital of the state of Kansas, they are willing to pay the money in the amount of $ 15,000 directly. Those who have already bought a house and have worked in the city for at least a year can request the same amount in cash. This will not only help to lighten the tax burden, but also to have more liquidity available for your purchases.
ALESSANDRO VIDALI
