Leaving the Suburbs for Rural Michigan: Regrets & Reality

If you’ve ever asked:
“Is it smart to move from Metro Detroit to St. Clair County?”
“What’s it like living in Lapeer County on 5 acres?”
“Is Sanilac County too far for my family?”
“How much land do I need for chickens in Michigan?”
…this video is for you.

You’ll learn:
Why more buyers are leaving the suburbs for *rural homes in Michigan’s Thumb*
What today’s buyers want: shops, barns, barndominiums, hobby farms, and SPACE
The must-have checklist before buying rural (internet, roads, well & septic, zoning, commute radius)
The REAL difference between living in *St. Clair vs. Lapeer vs. Sanilac County*
Who rural living is perfect for… and who it is NOT for

We’ll talk about:
Rural homes near *Emmett, Yale, Riley, China Township, Kimball, and Marysville* (St. Clair County)
Acreage and horse properties around *Imlay City, Lapeer, Metamora, Attica, Dryden, and North Branch* (Lapeer County)
True country living and Lake Huron vibes near *Lexington, Port Sanilac, Sandusky, Croswell, Marlette, Peck, and Brown City* (Sanilac County)

If you’re dreaming about:
Building a *barndominium in Michigan*
Finding land with a shop or pole barn
Starting a small *hobby farm* or having animals
Leaving HOA rules behind
…but still want to stay connected to work, schools, and sports — this video will give you a real-world guide before you make that move.

▶ COMING SOON (WATCH AFTER THIS VIDEO):
*Top Areas to Build a Barndominium in Michigan*
*What Kind of Animals Can I Have on My Land in Michigan?*

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