Customer Reviews

Up North Dream - The Guide for Moving to Northern Michigan

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The author offers excellent advice and strategies for making a move to any desired location, not necessarily limited to just Northern Michigan. Containing anecdotes, checklists, and organizational information, the book discusses everything from the beauty of the north country to practical considerations such as investigating potential hometowns, job-hunting, starting a small business, budgeting, scheduling and financial planning.

I would have rated it 5-stars except for the fact that the discussion of Northern Michigan itself is actually very general and relatively brief. There is no specific information given on different communities and areas, such as characteristics of the geography and population, economic growth, amenities, etc., which would be helpful in narrowing-down likely areas in which to possibly relocate. The reader is left with the process of personally obtaining this type of information by referring to almanacs, chambers of commerce, newspapers, and web-based resources.

I recently attended an adult education course presented by the author on moving to Northern Michigan. The book and course included so much more than I expected. Thanks!

I first learned about Up North Dream from a newspaper article. My wife and I always dreamed of moving Up North but weren't sure how to do it. After reading this book, we are now confident we will move Up North in the next few years. We can't wait to wake up everyday at our lake cabin.

A 'must read' for anyone interested in living in Northern Michigan. This book is very timely and relevant. It covers many topics of interest. I am using this book as a guide to ensure I am making all the right decisions for my family.