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100 Miles from Des Moines on the Missouri border, this rural community is home to beautiful parks and community events like the Country & Old Time Music Festival. The region is currently offering tax abatement incentives to the tune of $10,000 if you build a home in the region.

Davis County is home to the most Amish families in the state of Iowa. The Amish community in Davis County is located west of Bloomfield in the Drakesville and West Grove communities. The community consists of well-kept farms and thriving businesses.

Bloomfield

100 Miles from Des Moines on the Missouri border, this rural community is home to beautiful parks and community events like the Country & Old Time Music Festival. The region is currently offering tax abatement incentives to the tune of $10,000 if you build a home in the region.

Davis County is home to the most Amish families in the state of Iowa. The Amish community in Davis County is located west of Bloomfield in the Drakesville and West Grove communities. The community consists of well-kept farms and thriving businesses.

Bloomfield is home to many sights, sounds and experiences that you simply can’t find anywhere else. Want to get outdoors? Bag a 6-point buck (home to one of the largest in the USA), relax by the water with your family, enjoy a relaxing get-away at one of the local hotels or campgrounds, discover the county fair and festivals, relish our delicious food places and remember how life ought to be.

The City of Bloomfield is offering incentives for new single-family and two-family home construction. A home built with a minimum assessed value of $150,000 - $200,000 will result in a $10,000 tax abatement incentive.

Incentives are limited to available funds and applicants shall not receive incentive payments if funds are no longer available. Amounts are reserved on a first come-first-served basis.

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Mattoon, IL is a thriving community that embodies everything good about life in Central Illinois: convenient location, small town cohesiveness, excellent real estate values, a strong economy, a prosperous downtown area, historical connections, and a diverse amount of sports, lakes, and housing opportunities, support a wide variety of contemporary and traditional lifestyles.

Mattoon

Mattoon, IL is a thriving community that embodies everything good about life in Central Illinois: convenient location, small town cohesiveness, excellent real estate values, a strong economy, a prosperous downtown area, historical connections, and a diverse amount of sports, lakes, and housing opportunities, support a wide variety of contemporary and traditional lifestyles. Mattoon, IL is located between the major cities of Chicago, Champaign, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, so visiting the big city while living a small town lifestyle has never been easier. We invite you to 'Move to Mattoon' and start living the life that you and your family have always dreamed of.  If you'd like to learn more about all the things Mattoon, IL has to offer, please visit: https://movetomattoon.org/why-mattoon/



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1-Year Free Membership at Elevate Coworking Space 

$200 Professional Headshot with Melissa Harden at Studio 21

$100 Gift Card to Broadway Appliance & Home Center

$1000 Off Car Purchase or $200 Service Gift Card

Wellness Assessment from Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Systems

2 Hours of Go-Karting & Axe Throwing at Zax Trax for 5 Family Members

Maranatha Christian Academy Registration Waiver

4 Private Music Lessons per-family from Sound Source Music

3 Credit Hour Tuition Waivers from Lake Land College

Douglas-Hart Nature Center: $25 Acorn Level Annual Membership

All For Them - Latonya's Petcare Services: $200 Credit towards Petcare Services

Clyde’s Animal Clinic  - Free Pet Exam and ID tag  

Martinsburg

Picture a mountain retreat with proximity to Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland.  Nestled along the Potomac River, the Eastern Panhandle offers an array of outdoor activities, including a chance to hike the Appalachian Trail as it passes through Harpers Ferry, to ski in one of seven ski areas, to paddle down the river on over 100 paddling runs, or to mountain bike the many trails.  The area boasts international cuisine and local favorites including craft breweries and artisan pizza.  There are several long standing farmers markets and the Mountain State Apple Harvest Festival that has taken place every October for decades in celebration of the apple harvest.  The Eastern Panhandle also has a rich mix of cultural assets and activities, including Civil War history and arts of all kinds (music, dance, film).  So much to do and to see – it would be hard not to settle right in.

You’ll be welcomed by local ambassadors who can point you to the best places to work remotely (coworking spaces and other public areas with internet access) and connect you to established professional development and entrepreneurial assistance opportunities.  The Eastern Panhandle puts you right in the heart of beautiful surroundings with welcoming neighbors, yet close enough to metropolitan areas that you won’t ever feel you’re lacking for anything.


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Free Outdoor Recreation Experiences and Gear Rentals

Professional Development and Entrepreneurial Assistance

Ketchikan

Often referred to as Alaska’s “first city” due to its location as the southernmost entrance to Alaska's Inside Passage, Ketchikan is known for its breathtaking wilderness, its rich Alaska native culture and history, and its abundance of salmon. 

For remote workers and other tech-based entrepreneurs, Ketchikan represents a unique opportunity to live a truly connected lifestyle unlike any other city. The benefits of moving to the area are plentiful and include a permanent fund dividend. Every year, each Alaska resident will receive money from the Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend after they’ve been a resident for one year. The amount varies each year. Additionally, Alaska is one of only 9 states with no income tax and one of 5 states with no state sales tax. Ketchikan also offers gigabit fiber optic home internet, and accepted applicants can receive up to 3 months free. 

Finalists for the program may be invited to visit Ketchikan for a week-long “workation” where they will experience the community, culture, explore co-working spaces, and learn more about “the basics” that Ketchikan has to offer such as education, healthcare, technology, and housing.


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Connersville, Indiana, is a charming small town located in the eastern part of the state. It is known for its rich history, tight-knit community, and beautiful natural surroundings. The town is situated along the Whitewater River, offering residents access to fishing, boating, and other outdoor recreational activities.

The residents of Connersville are proud of their town and are known for their warm hospitality. With a strong sense of community, residents often come together for local events and activities, from festivals to farmers' markets. Despite its small-town atmosphere, Connersville has a thriving social scene and a diverse range of restaurants and shops, making it a great option for those seeking a more relaxed lifestyle.

For remote workers, Connersville offers a peaceful, low-key environment, with easy access to high-speed internet and a variety of amenities and services. The town has a number of parks and green spaces, offering a peaceful escape from the demands of work and a chance to connect with nature.

In terms of education, Connersville has a number of quality schools, both public and private, and is home to a branch of Ivy Tech Community College. The town also has a growing healthcare sector, providing residents with quality medical care close to home.

Overall, Connersville is a unique and welcoming community that offers a peaceful and relaxed lifestyle, surrounded by natural beauty and friendly people. Whether you're seeking a change of pace or simply a new home, Connersville is a great option for remote workers looking for a rural escape in the heart of Indiana. PLUS, these incentives are good for any eligible applicant moving to anywhere in Fayette County. Come join us!

It is known for its rich history, tight-knit community, and beautiful natural surroundings. Despite its small-town atmosphere, Connersville has a thriving social scene and a diverse range of restaurants and shops, making it a great option for those seeking a more relaxed lifestyle.

Connersville

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Indiana Audubon Membership for the birding enthusiast

Connersville Chamber of Comerce Membership

Throw a Party with a Free Building Rental at the Jaycees Building

Tickets aboard the Whitewater Valley Rail Road, Connersville's very own historic train

10 Rounds of Golf with a Cart at Willowbrook Country Club

We’re inviting job-seekers to plant roots and build their future in Perry County, Indiana!

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Located in the southern part of the state, the county boasts the Hoosier National Forest, which covers over 200,000 acres and provides a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting. The county is also home to several rivers, including the Ohio River, which provides opportunities for boating and fishing. In addition, the county is rich in coal and limestone, which have been important resources for the county's economy throughout its history.

Tell City

Build Your Career and Future in Perry County, Indiana!

An opportunity to join the Quality of Life Committee, where your voice will help shape the future of your new community.

Situated in Southeast Missouri midway between St. Louis, Missouri, and Memphis, Tennessee, Poplar Bluff is home to approximately 35,000 people. We are nestled among the Ozark foothills, spring-fed streams, The 400 mile Ozark Trail, the Mark Twain National Forest, the Ozark Scenic National Riverways, Wappapello & Clearwater Lake and fertile farmland. Poplar Bluff serves as a regional hub for education, health care, banking, retail and manufacturing for over 100,000 people.

Poplar Bluff

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One year membership to Smart Space, a co-working space in the community

Free shows at the Black River Coliseum for one year

Circle Fiber first 3 months internet free

Free one year membership to the City golf course

Family entertainment at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center for one year

Three Rivers College family pass for all sporting events for one year

One free night hotel stay (Hampton or Holiday Inn)

Free one year membership to the Poplar Bluff Chamber of Commerce

Free family membership for 6 months at Ozark Wellness

$50 gift card at the Landing, in Van Buren

$175 off any two night (Lakeview) cabin rental at Otahki Lake

$25 restaurant gift card to Colton's/Brad+Butter, Castello's, Wine Rack, and King David's Winery

$100 gift card to the office supply store

Four free jump passes to Sky High trampoline park

One free family pass for PBHS sporting events 

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The people who call Greensburg home are a real treasure. If you are looking for a place that's friendly, affordable, and a chance to pitch in and have real ownership in your community, you'll definitely want to explore Greensburg. There are top schools, a terrific hospital, a quaint and busy downtown square, and plenty of space to stretch out a bit

Greensburg

The people who call Greensburg home are a real treasure. An entire team of community leaders and volunteers are working together to recruit and welcome remote workers who want to join them in contributing to what makes Greensburg so magical.

Greensburg's incentive package is Hoosier hospitality at it's finest:

Remote workers who are looking for a peaceful, family-friendly community of makers and growers will feel right at home in Greensburg. Your relocation package includes $5k to offset moving expenses, a year's membership to the local co-working space and YMCA, gift cards to the seasonal farmers market, tickets throughout the year to productions at the local playhouse, hosted visits to the Lake Santee beach and other amenities (a private lake for boating and beaching), a concierge team to help facilitate your relocation, a "Seat at the Table" - join community leaders at their organizations' tables for annual events such as the Hospital Gala, Chamber Annual Dinner and the Decatur County United Fund Annual Auction, invitations to neighbors’ home-cooked meals, AND... "Grandparents on Demand." Our friend Tami at the Decatur County Community Foundation and her husband (who also drives the school bus) happily offer babysitting hours and will stand in on Grandparents Day at school. Anyone moving with kids knows that there's no price tag to put on this one. 

Beyond a compelling relocation package, Greensburg is home to top schools (with great basketball), a terrific hospital, a quaint and busy downtown square and has plenty of space to stretch out a bit. If you are looking for a place that's friendly and affordable, and a chance to pitch in and have real ownership in your community, you'll definitely want to explore Greensburg.

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One-year membership at Studebaker Studio Coworking

Complimentary tickets to local theater group, the Tree County Players

“Seat at the Table” access to annual community events: Hospital Gala, Chamber Annual Dinner, and Decatur County United Fund Annual Auction.

Elwood

Located in south central Nebraska, the Village of Elwood has created a homeownership program, offering a free lot for your new home build. Residents appreciate the classic small town community and downtown district with local grocery and other convenient services. Nearby reservoirs and wildlife attract outdoor enthusiasts. New movers with families will be impressed with the top notch school system. The elementary school was once voted in the top fifty schools in the nation by Redbook Magazine and high school graduation rates are 100%. Sign up to receive their local newsletter published every Wednesday.

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Wilson

Located northeast of Wichita, Wilson is home of the clearest lake in Kansas, Wilson Lake, which has over 100 miles of shoreline.  The community is offering free lots to folks that build a house in a special new development.  Prairie Estates is close to schools and other amenities.  You’ll love your neighbors.  

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Logansport, Indiana is a small city located in the northern part of the state. It has a population of around 18,000 residents and a strong sense of community. The city is home to several local businesses, including restaurants, shops, and cafes, and has a historic downtown area with beautiful architecture.


One of the unique aspects of Logansport is its location on the banks of the Wabash River. This location provides residents with easy access to outdoor recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. The city also has several parks, including Spencer Park, which features a walking trail, playgrounds, and picnic areas.


The community in Logansport is friendly and welcoming, with a strong sense of pride in its small-town charm. The city has a diverse population and is known for its festivals and events, including Squeal on the Eel (BBQ and music festival) and the annual Christmas Festival. The city also has a low cost of living compared to other areas in the state, making it an attractive option for remote workers looking to move to a smaller community.


Logansport is a small city with a strong sense of community, rich history, and access to outdoor recreational activities. The city's low cost of living, diverse population, and welcoming atmosphere make it an attractive option for remote workers looking to move to a smaller community with a strong sense of small-town charm. Come join us!


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The community in Logansport is friendly and welcoming, with a strong sense of pride in its small-town charm. The city has a diverse population and is known for its festivals and events, including Squeal on the Eel (BBQ and music festival) and the annual Christmas Festival. The city also has a low cost of living compared to other areas in the state, making it an attractive option for remote workers looking to move to a smaller community.

Logansport

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Your Pick of a Lesson in various art forms such as painting, pottery, woodworking, leather-making, macrame, and more

“Beer School” at Science Project Brewing Company

Free Entry into the Leadership Academy of Cass County. Read more about this year's class here!

Free Entry and Meal Tickets for the Taste of Cass County 

Free Entry and BBQ Competition Tasting Tickets to the Squeal on the Eel Festival 

Season Golf Pass to Dykeman Park Golf Course

Manilla

Remote workers receive a free lot for your new home in Manilla, a small agricultural community in western Iowa reminding us of the actual Field of Dreams.

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Marquette

The city of Marquette, Kansas is welcoming remote workers with a free lot for your new home build. Marquette bills itself as one of Kansas' best kept secrets. A progressive community with residents ranging from young families to retirees, all enjoy the quaint, safe, bikeable, peaceful lifestyle. The historic downtown district is home to the Kansas Motorcycle Museum, The Island cafe (Schitt's Creek much?), a vintage soda fountain and fine arts center among other locally-owned businesses.

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Jay County is surrounded by a beautiful countryside that expresses every season. Our communities are made up of life-long residents, young families attracted by its Midwestern charm, and folks who have chosen to spend their retirement years here. Jay County is an all-American community with a wholesome atmosphere, brimming with family values, and welcoming locals.

Jay County is surrounded by a beautiful countryside that expresses every season. The communities are made up of life-long residents, young families attracted by its Midwestern charm, and folks who have chosen to spend their retirement years here. Jay County is an all-American community with a wholesome atmosphere, brimming with family values, and welcoming locals.

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$575 MakeMyMove bucks redeemable at a variety of local businesses

All Access Jay School Corporation Sports Pass

One Year Membership to the Jay County Chamber of Commerce

One Month Membership to the Jay Community Center

Connections to Community Leadership Opportunities

Jay County New Neighbor Network - You will be paired with a local who will take you under their wing and show you the best Jay County has to offer!

Halstad

30 miles north of Fargo, Halstad is offering little pieces of heaven to new residents who want to build a house.  That’s right, you could be the 598th resident.  Fish in nearby Red River, or be entertained by the local theater production. See why this community has such pride.  

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Janesville

Jane says this is a great place to settle down.  Named after settler Jane Sprague, this town is nestled between Mankato and Owatonna, giving it access to city amenities, but with a smaller feel. Lakes and parks abound.  The city is offering home-purchase rebates of up to $1,700.

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Osborne

The best of both worlds awaits remote workers in small town Osborne, Kansas. The city is equipped with fiber - so while your day to day pace might slow down, rest assured your internet speed will not. Osborne offers you free land for the construction of your own home on the western side of the city, in what's referred to as the Sunset Addition. Every modern amenity meets the serene and breathtaking scenery of the Blue Hills in Osborne. In fact, bring your bike with you to enjoy the winding bike trails along the Solomon River. 

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Lewisburg

Nestled within the Appalachian mountains, find the home you have been dreaming of in Lewisburg with the Ascend WV Remote Worker Program. With a community focus, the small town of Lewisburg offers a dreamy mountain lifestyle. As one of the state’s most walkable cities, you don’t have to travel far to experience it all. Say goodbye to your concrete jungle and hello to scenic vistas with sunset views. Enjoy a high quality of life for a cost of living well below the national average. Join your new neighbors on a lush forest trail or hit the river for some whitewater rafting. Whatever the adventure—Lewisburg is the place to be. Join the climb, with Ascend WV.

The relocation package includes:

-$12,000 cash incentive
-Free Outdoor Recreation package
-Outdoor Gear Library
-Co-working Space
-Country Roads Welcome Trip Package 
-Remote Worker Certificate
-Socials and Outings
-Full offer valued at over $20,000+

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