Featured · investment propertyInherited a Home in Michigan? What to Know Before You Rent It Out
Inheriting a home often comes during a difficult time, and the decisions that follow can feel overwhelming. Sell it? Move in? Keep it in the family and rent it out? For many heirs in Southeast Michigan, renting the home is an appealing way ...Read article →
landlord tipsMichigan Security Deposit Law: A Landlord's Guide to Staying Compliant
Security deposit disputes are one of the most common problems landlords run into, and in Michigan the rules are detailed. A missed deadline can cost you the right to keep any of the ...
hiring a property managerHow Do I Switch Property Management Companies for My Michigan Rental Properties?
Switching property management companies in Michigan takes six steps: review your agreement, choose your new manager, give written notice, transfer records and deposits, notify tenants, and ...
hiring a property managerRenting Out Your Home in Michigan? 7 Things to Handle Before Your First Tenant Moves In
Whether you are relocating for work, buying your next home, or holding onto a property as a long-term investment, turning your house into a rental can be a smart move. It also changes your ...
hiring a property managerWhat Michigan Renters Look for in a Rental Property
The Southeast Michigan rental market continues to evolve as tenants become more thoughtful about where they live and what they receive for their monthly rent. Today's renters are looking ...
hiring a property managerMichigan Landlord-Tenant Laws: What Every Landlord Needs to Know
Owning a rental property in Michigan comes with more than collecting rent and responding to maintenance requests. Landlords also need to understand the rules surrounding security deposits, ...
landlord tipsTo Do or Do Not: A Guide for New Landlords
If you’re new to investing in real estate, or you find yourself making the transition from homeowner to landlord with your Michigan property, you might be in unfamiliar territory. Being a ...
landlord tipsWhy Landlords Shouldn't Market Properties on Their Own
Whether you own one property or many properties, hiring a property manager for your Michigan real estate investment often makes good financial sense. Professional property managers can help ...
hiring a property managerGrowing Your Portfolio with Out-of-State Rentals
Over the past five years, investors, real estate companies, and developers have shifted their attention to the Detroit Metro real estate market, creating an upward trend in residential ...
michigan property managementWhat Can A Michigan Property Management Company Do for You?
When you invest in real estate in Michigan, you need to protect your investment. Without proper management, your rental homes fall into disrepair and remain unoccupied. Your investment ...
landlord tipsA Property Manager's Landlord Guide: 6 Tips to Protect Your Investment
Buying your first investment property can be exciting, but the process is completely different from buying real estate for personal use. Personal real estate is often bought with emotion ...
michigan property managementMichigan Property Management Tips – Weighing the Risks and Rewards of Pets
No doubt that many families feel a strong connection to their pets – most consider them a member of the family and feel the same love and affection for a pet as they do living person. From ...Work with JMZ
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