LIVE

Want to live in Michigan? It is a bustling state that has seen steady growth since 2010 according to the last US Census. Michigan also has a growing craft beer and winery scene as well as miles of lakefront. Michigan is a state of 9.9 million reaches far beyond its legendary factories, however, to encompass some of the nation’s most scenic destinations. The unique formation of a state split between Lower and Upper Peninsulas – known to residents as the U.P. – allows it to border four of the five Great Lakes and allows for quick trips to our Canadian neighbors to the North.

LOWER PROPERTY TAXES

Thinking of relocating from Illinois to Michigan?

Property tax on the median Illinois home is nearly 1.5 times what it costs for a home of the same value in Michigan.

BANG FOR YOUR BUCK

U.S. News places Michigan at #5 in Housing Affordability and #4 in Overall Affordability; while Illinois ranks #22 in Affordability. Buy the perfect home in Michigan for your family and you can spring for the golf course views and big backyard with plenty of room to grow and play.

Opportunities for Continuing education

Michigan has a number of great universities for continuing education at an affordable in-state rate. The University of Michigan has long been recognized as one of the best public universities in the country, recently checking in at fourth by the US News and World Report.