Move Duncan Talent Relocation Incentive

Move Duncan is a talent relocation incentive that will be used to attract remote workers and qualified candidates for local businesses and organizations.

The world post-Covid has motivated people to relocate from urban areas to communities like Duncan for a lower cost of living, enhanced quality of life, and the beneficial geographic location.

Eligibility and Program Details

• Provides a total of $4,000 per qualifying individual over a 3-year period.
• 50% of funds (i.e. $2,000) will be provided solely as home closing assistance at the time of closing, then $1,000 per year for 2 years after.
• Job must pay a minimum of $50k/year with full benefits, exceptions exist for certain industries of high need.
• Qualifying home must be purchased within Stephens County.
• Candidate cannot currently live or work in Stephens County at the time of application.
• Candidate must work remotely or in identified industries.
• Candidate must sign letter of intent to live in Stephens County for at least 4 years.
• Accepted candidate must move to Stephens County within 6 months of being accepted or reapply for consideration.
• As candidates apply, they will be reviewed and considered. Incomes above county average, industries of need, and family size will all be taken into consideration.

Additional Benefits to New Employee

• Use of Duncan Center for Business Development (DCBD) Incubator Office Space for up to 5 hours per week for first year.
• Additional benefits to be determined.