People are rethinking what makes an ideal place to live as iconic cities in the United States become increasingly overcrowded and overpriced, according to a recent report from Real Estate Witch, a part of the Clever Real Estate family of real estate brands.


Cities once overlooked as too quiet are beckoning Americans who want more affordable living. Thanks to the influx of residents, these cities are bustling with new businesses, jobs and cultural opportunities.

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Michael S. Fischer

Michael S. Fischer is a longtime contributing writer for ThinkAdvisor. He previously reported on trade and intellectual property topics for the Economist Intelligence Unit and covered the hedge fund industry for MARHedge and Reuters News Service.

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