West Virginia offers $12,000 for people to move to the state: Benefits and how to qualify
If you can work remotely and you are looking for a new place to live, the Ascend West Virginia Program could pay you $12,000 to move to the state.
West Virginia is trying to attract new residents to the state, and an organization is throwing in some money to sweeten the deal. The Ascend West Virginia Program is offering an incentive of $12,000 in cash for people with remote employment who are willing to move to the Mountain State.
In addition to the money, the state of West Virginia also offers a tax benefit plan to new residents who decide to apply for this offer. The government’s intention is to attract people who have remote jobs, since the main objective is to encourage the economic growth of the state through new taxpayers.
As confirmed by the state government, a total of $25 million has been allocated to the program, provided by two figures from the private sector: Brad D. Smith and his wife Alys Smith, both entrepreneurs native to West Virginia.
The magnates want to promote the state as an affordable one in terms of tax burdens, aside from having one of the most beautiful natural environments in the country.
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West Virginia offers $12,000 for people to move to the state: Benefits and how to qualify
Aside from the $12,000 in cash, the program also provides benefits that can reach up to $8,000, bringing the incentive to a total of $20,000.
Financial support (up to $12,000):
- $10,000 in cash: Awarded to new residents as an initial incentive to begin their new life project in the Appalachian mountains.
- Additional $2,000: This second payment is a loyalty bonus that will be paid at the beginning of the second year of residence in the state.
Program benefits (up to $8,000)
- Free shared workspaces: New residents will have access to co-working facilities free of charge.
- Integration centers: Community center service to promote the integration and relationships of new inhabitants.
- Free passes for leisure activities: Zip lines, rock climbing and use of golf courses are included, with great economic offers throughout the period of residence.
Requirements to qualify for the program
- Must have full-time remote work with a company located outside of the Mountain State.
- Must not be a resident of West Virginia.
- Must be of legal age.