Don’t Let Your Rental Sit Empty This Winter
Friday, December 12
A vacant rental property is a problem for any landlord. But a sign in the yard as winter approaches in Metro Detroit? That’s a situation that can quickly escalate from a minor issue to a major financial drain. With the 2025-2026 winter season upon us, it's time to get strategic. Drawing on ove...
Higher DOM Nationally: How Landlords Can Still Thrive in 2026
Sunday, December 07
It’s a fact: Days on Market are increasing across the country. The latest numbers—straight from ShowMojo’s private dataset of over half a million listings—paint a picture that’s equal parts challenging and full of opportunity. With fewer leads, longer vacancies, but spiking rental rates and seri...
Still Using Old Smoke Alarms? Time's Up
Thursday, December 04
It’s late 2025. If you’re a landlord who hasn’t upgraded your properties to the new UL 217 8th Edition smoke alarms, you’re officially behind the curve. The manufacturing requirement for these smarter, better alarms kicked in back in mid-2024, and the compliance deadline for new installations i...
How Safer Streets Are Reshaping Detroit Property Investment
Sunday, November 30
Do you think it’s “safe” to invest in Detroit? Despite once being labeled as one of the most dangerous cities in America, the Motor City has made incredible strides in public safety in recent years. Thanks to the efforts of the city government, police and local residents, Detroit is now safer tha...
The 2026 Guide to Building Real Equity in Metro Detroit Rentals
Friday, November 28
After a rollercoaster year of political uncertainty and disruptive market forces, many rental investors are focusing on the fundamentals–like building equity. The recent government shutdown underscored why smart systems and mathematical discipline are non-negotiable for anyone serious about growt...
Detroit’s Record-Breaking House Prices: Key Stats for Investors
Sunday, November 16
Houses in Detroit are now >$100k on average. We’ve been living in Detroit our whole lives, and investing here for over 30 years. This is the first time EVER that prices have broken $100,000. Plus, Motor City is now one of the fastest-appreciating markets in the US, and demand from buyers is s...