Metro Detroit Cities Deep Dive: St Clair Shores
Friday, February 13
Welcome to Metro Detroit, our home for over 30 years. In that time, we’ve mastered the ins and outs of its 185 cities and 290 neighborhoods—especially when it comes to rental investing. While some areas, like Bloomfield Hills and the Grosse Pointes, have become too pricey for most landlords, St ...
Epic Real Estate Fail in Detroit: Lessons for Investors
Wednesday, February 11
We manage properties here in Detroit, and a story recently broke that serves as a powerful cautionary tale for real estate investors everywhere. You may not have heard about it, but we thought we’d share, because it has some good lessons for all investors. It’s a story about what happens when yo...
Population Growth and Economic Revival in Detroit
Thursday, February 05
For the first time since the 1950s, Detroit’s population is on the rise. According to recent U.S. Census estimates, Detroit's population increased by 0.3% in 2023. This may seem small, but it's the first year-over-year increase in 73 years—and that’s a big deal. Let’s dive into what this means f...
Deep Dive into Hazel Park, MI: A Detroit Ring City
Monday, February 02
Landlords often ask us where to find the best rental property investments in Metro Detroit. It’s a complex question, as the metro area contains hundreds of cities and neighborhoods, each with its own block-by-block nuances. Still, if we had to recommend top spots for a buy-and-hold strategy, Haz...
Reviving Detroit, One Home at a Time
Sunday, February 01
Detroit is alive with change, and it’s not coming from corporate megaprojects or distant developers—it’s coming from the people. Once-abandoned houses are being reborn as vibrant homes bursting with charm, thanks to the steady efforts of residents taking action block by block. The result? Tree-...
This Year's Zillow Trends: What Landlords Need to Know for 2026
Friday, January 30
The most recent Zillow Rentals Consumer Housing Trends report is jam-packed with insights for landlords—but don’t worry, you don’t have to wade through every page. We’ve broken down the 2025 findings into what really matters for Metro Detroit property owners (and landlords everywhere looking to ...