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I would liketo second Detroit. I was looking into moving into the city, currently live in Ann Arbor, and I found 2 bedroom condos for around 70k. I have a few friends who live in the city and love it. lots of tech and startups in the area especially with quicken loans in the area. Do not let the percieved crime or bankruptcy keep you away. If you are looking for cheap I think, Detroit is you best bet.
I agree, this idea is not that novel. University of Michigan has been investing its endowment money in start ups for a long time in the form of MBA student run groups[1]. Though I will point out this program does not specifically invest in Michigan Affiliated Entrepreneurs.

[1]http://www.zli.bus.umich.edu/wvf/

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