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Security - House Sitters Can Be Dangerous!

Monday, July 28

In today's blog, I discuss how house sitters can be dangerous and what you can do to avoid the challenges associated with using them when securing your property.Contact Me Today for Investment Opportunities!Ian WattsYour Detroit Real Estate Investment Partnerwww.piersonandcompany.com | iwatts@pie...


Protect Yourself Investors - Dress for (SAFETY) Success!

Monday, July 21

Today's blog post may be somewhat disturbing. But, I share it because I am always hopeful that my experiences, both good and bad, may be helpful for you. I was recently in the Emergency Room and thought I would share some of my troubles.***Disclaimer***When shooting this video, I was a bit disori...


Detroit Development - It's NOT Just Downtown!

Tuesday, July 08

In today's video blog I share just one example of how Detroit's growth is NOT isolated to just the downtown area and business districts. Understandably, it's easy for "Detroit's" growth to be criticized if only downtown is being developed. But, fortunately, development is going in the heart of re...


Why Chinese Investors (and YOU) are at Risk in Detroit!

Tuesday, May 20

It has been way too long since my last blog post. And, I didn't forget that I promised to share why so many Chinese Investors are at major risk when investing in Detroit. Before I get into it, allow me to apologize for such a delay between posts. If you recall, several posts ago, I mentioned t...


A Funny Valentine You Must See

Friday, February 14

For those of you who celebrate Valentine's Day around the globe, today's post is on the lighter side and for your enjoyment. It continues to surprise me (although it shouldn't at this point) how frequently I am asked about my family by so many of my new and growing number of international frie...


More Great News for Detroit - Lower Property Taxes

Wednesday, January 29

Here is a brief yet exciting update! As I mentioned in previous posts, a few of the benefits of having an Emergency Financial Manager and Bankruptcy was Improved Services and LOWER PROPERTY TAXES! Detroit's New Mayor Announces that Property Taxes will be ...