US cities offer moving incentives to boost local economies

SAN FRANCISCO — In an effort to boost small local economies , cities across the United States are offering incentives totaling tens of thousands of dollars for folks from big cities to move into little towns.

MakeMyMove calls itself the “first marketplace for relocation programs,” acting as the middleman between a city in need of an economic boost and people wanting to move somewhere else.

Cities are offering incentives from personalized tours and helping new residents move in, to free college tuition and housing assistance programs for eligible applicants, or even straight up cash for moving costs.

What’s in it for the cities?

Incentivizing people with certain skills and jobs to move into smaller areas can boost the economy.

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