RURAL ADVANTAGE: When the Small Town Is the Smart Move
The draw of small town living is becoming more attractive for big city dwellers looking for a lower cost of living and financial security.
Ron Starner
Executive Vice President of Conway, Inc.
Ron Starner is Executive Vice President of Conway Data Inc. and Site Selection magazine. He has been with Conway since 2000 and writes extensively for Site Selection and Conway’s Custom Content Publishing Division. His Twitter handle is @RonStarner.
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