Nushrat Rahman writes on a new pilot rolling out in the coming months to help heirs without formal estate plans keep their generational property.
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Detroit solar deal expands Perfecting Church land holdings
The City Council approved the land swap in November during its final session of 2024, giving 64 parcels to Perfecting Church in exchange for 39 church-owned parcels that will be used to house city solar energy fields.
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Residents share flood lessons as Great Lakes Water Authority tackles crisis
The Great Lakes Water Authority and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are collaborating on a multi-year study to explore flood management in Southeast Michigan, inviting public input to shape their findings.
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Americans face an insurability crisis as climate change worsens disasters
Some industry insiders worry that insurance may be losing its relevance and value – real or perceived – for policyholders as coverage shrinks, premiums rise and exclusions increase.
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New Michigan laws crack down on deed fraud scammers
Thousands have reported incidents of real estate fraud in Wayne County. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently signed legislation that would punish bad actors who file false documents
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District Detroit start now slated for 2025, but exact timing unclear
When asked whether developers expect additional changes with the construction timeline, Olympia Development President Keith Bradford said “it’s impossible to predict the future.”
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Detroiters: Take this step to remain in DWSD’s water affordability plan
Detroiters enrolled in the Lifeline Plan to reduce water bills must verify income eligibility by the end of the month to continue benefits.
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How owners whose properties were auctioned can get foreclosure profits
After a Michigan Supreme Court ruling, here’s how former property owners can make claims for profits from tax foreclosure sales.
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Detroit City Council approves two major housing proposals
One Detroit ordinance ramps up affordable housing financing and another overhauls the city’s rental ordinance.
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Detroit’s down payment assistance program helps hundreds buy homes
From insufficient savings to low credit scores, Detroiters face a number of hurdles in the journey to homeownership.