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Michigan Security Deposit Laws for Landlords and Tenants
Security Deposit: Within 14 days of tenant’s taking possession of the rental, landlord must furnish in writing the landlord’s name and address for receipt of communications.
Free Legal Aid provides useful information about eviction. In addition to the video here, be sure you check out other resources.
The Michigan Eviction Process can take well over a month if it gets dragged out. The landlord’s hope is that the tenant will move out upon receiving the Notice to Quit. Otherwise, the landlord needs to go to court in order to evict the Tenant. check to learn more.
Tenants and Landlords a Practical Guide
This booklet is designed to inform tenants and landlords about their rights and responsibilities in rental relationships. It serves as a useful reference—complete with the following: An in-depth discussion about rental-housing law in an easy-to-read questionand-answer format; check to learn more.
Tenant Defenses to an Eviction Action in Michigan
After receiving an eviction lawsuit (summons and complaint) from a landlord, a tenant may attempt to fight the eviction by making a defense argument at the eviction hearing in an attempt to stay in the rental property longer. check to learn more.