SaysWho? Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 This covers moving expenses, new computer equipment and co-working spaces. Quote “If you work remotely for an employer that's located outside of the state of Vermont, Vermont will help defray the expenses of relocating to the state, as well as any hardware and software expenses you need to do your job,” explains Joan Goldstein, commissioner of the Vermont Department of Economic Development, which is putting the Remote Worker Grant Program together. “And if you have interest in joining up with a co-working space, it would help defray the expense of rent.” Quote “We are an older state for sure, and we just were looking at some of the in-state moving statistics, and it turns out the people who are moving to the state are older. We actually want to attract all kinds — we're not necessarily thinking about just one type of age. I moved to the state when I was middle-aged. So we [are] definitely welcoming to all ages.” Quote We already have applicants. … There's been tremendous activity already. The website has received about 10,000 hits just on that page alone, and we're getting inquiries that are legitimate inquiries, not just, 'Oh, pay me 10,000.' So we are quite enthused. “Basically, [it’s] first come, first served. So as soon as somebody fills out a complete application, the application will require verification from the employer that this person is indeed an employee working remotely for them. They will need proof of residency in Vermont. So as soon as we get a fully complete application, we'll be able to issue a grant agreement.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Vic20 Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Let's see if this goes any better than other state's attempts at the same game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greatoneshere Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Is "New Vermont" some amalgamation of New England and Vermont? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaysWho? Posted January 7, 2019 Author Share Posted January 7, 2019 2 minutes ago, Greatoneshere said: Is "New Vermont" some amalgamation of New England and Vermont? Damn it, forgot to lower case that shit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris- Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Burlington has always struck me as a lovely little city. I would not be opposed to living there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_m_b_m_b_m Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Maine will also give you a tax break for working there if you're a young college graduate with a job. Something like that. I wish I could do that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snaynay1 Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 3 hours ago, Chris- said: Burlington has always struck me as a lovely little city. I would not be opposed to living there. I lived there. It sucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spork3245 Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Young people who accept this offer will soon wish it was free snow removal instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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