Renters and housing advocates in Detroit gathered Sunday to discuss the need for a citywide tenant association amid rising costs and evictions.
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Who owns rental housing in Detroit? New report offers glimpse
There are 42,000 landlords in Detroit, a new report finds. Among the largest group — those who own one or two properties — 2% are registered.
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Council approves $69M in ARPA contracts for housing, parks and demolition
A batch of contracts gained nearly unanimous approval and most, with Detroit’s council waiving its right to reconsideration, which sends them directly to the mayor to sign this week.
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Detroit’s new $203M housing plan: What’s in it
Detroit officials announced a broad $203 million plan Thursday that aims to stabilize housing for city residents.
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Black Detroiters want in on city housing market
Black Detroit homeowners share their home-buying challenges, intent to build wealth and give back in the city.
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Fisher Body Plant developer agrees to preserve graffiti, affordable housing
A developer looking to transform the long-idled Fisher Body Plant No. 21 site agreed to a range of community benefits negotiated with nearby residents.
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$12M in tax credits will keep 6 affordable housing projects on track
Officials and developers on Wednesday announced the low income housing tax credits for Detroit-based projects hit hard by soaring costs.
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Detroiters can avoid foreclosure, bring down property tax debt with these resources
The Wayne County Treasurer’s Office halted foreclosures on some homes, but resources are still available for Detroiters to bring down tax debt.
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Detroiters can get help filing their taxes and claiming tax credits. Here’s how.
Detroiters can get free help filing their taxes and claiming tax credits. The City of Detroit is working with some nonprofits to offer assistance.
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Detroiters can appeal their property values next month: What to know
The average Detroit home value increased 31% last year, continuing a 5-year trend. Residents who want to appeal property assessments can do so soon.