Packing up for a move to the midwestern gem at the edge of Lake St. Clair?

You're coming at a great time. Motown is currently the epicenter of a burgeoning arts scene and a booming tech industry that's opening a new era of employment. In fact, Detroit ranked 9th nationwide by Forbes for Cities Creating the Most Tech Jobs in 2017.

As you settle in to your new neighborhood—whether you choose Midtown, Corktown, University District, or West Village—we probably won't be the first to tell you that investing in a security system isn't such a bad idea. ADT monitoring has your back with 24/7 monitoring, superfast response times, and easy smartphone remote control.

Once you know your home is being protected, you can kick back by spending a quiet afternoon at the four-story John K. King Used & Rare Books store or tap into the local sports scene by catching a Detroit Tigers baseball game, like this happy husky puppy did.

For some more outdoor time in this urban jungle, take a stroll through Belle Isle Park, where you can literally dive down a giant slide, walk along a beach, and explore a museum all in the same morning. Or peruse the might-as-well-be-a-block-party Eastern Market, where you can get your weekly groceries while enjoying live music and family-friendly activities.

Just don't be surprised by how many people are willing to say hello. This is the midwest after all. Welcome to the D, friends!