From time to time, every landlord has questions about how to manage a rental property; in the rental property business, there's no such thing as a "bad" question to ask—but there are questions we hear frequently! 

These questions and their answers should be relevant to every landlord, regardless of skill level: from the newest to the most experienced. Here are four of the most common questions we receive from landlords in the Detroit metro area.

When you own a rental property in the Detroit metro area, it's critical to understand landlord and property management laws in Michigan. Whether you know the rules or not, you're responsible for everything required of a landlord and rental property manager. 

Remember that laws can change: whether you're just getting started as a landlord or you consider yourself a veteran, know where to find current laws to stay up to date. 

As property managers in Michigan, we hear frequent questions about specific elements of landlord-relevant laws. Here's a quick overview of a few critical things to know about property management in the Detroit metro area.

It can be a landlord's biggest fear: an issue with a tenant that snowballs into eviction. While it does happen—though you should be prepared to deal with evictions regardless—it's not as common as you might think! Eviction should be a last resort when dealing with a problematic tenant situation—so what can a landlord do to avoid eviction? 

Before we proceed, note that any time you consider eviction, consult with a lawyer: this article isn't legal advice. Consider these tips with caution when working through or considering the process of a tenant's removal from your Novi rental property.