Housing benefits could lure employees back to office, survey shows
Many companies are facing the ongoing dilemma of office versus remote work four years after the pandemic, with a new survey highlighting housing benefits as a potential solution.
Time to sell your home? Here are 3 questions to ask yourself
As someone deeply involved in the real estate industry for decades, I understand that selling your home isn't just a financial transaction; it's a significant life decision.
Rent prices are changing thanks to 'apartment-building boom' – what renters should expect
Rent prices are evolving – potentially for the better – in 2024 thanks to an “apartment-building boom," according to Redfin chief economist Daryl Fairweather. Here’s what renters should know.
Detroit nonprofit housing director stole over 30 properties in 'deed fraud' scheme, feds say
The 60-year-old head of the United Community Housing Coalition's homeownership program used an elaborate scheme to steal properties from primarily low-income residents, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.
Zillow program helps renters with credit-building payment reporting
Zillow's new building payment reporting means renters using Zillow to pay their rent can opt in to have their payments reported to a credit bureau at no cost.
Housing is expensive for a record half of American renters, study shows
A new Harvard analysis reveals soaring housing costs put a financial strain on millions of renters, with prices spiking during the pandemic.
Detroit home values rise 23% in 2023, adding $1.7 billion in wealth to city's homeowners
When property values go up, so do taxes. But with such a spike in the value of homes in Detroit, can residents expect the same increase in taxes?
Troy Place apartment residents told to vacate due to unsafe conditions in building
The city said several issues at the complex had led to it posting a "Do Not Occupy" note on the building, which has 147 units.
Detroit named fastest-appreciating housing market, report says
Detroit saw a 9.2% increase – beating out Miami as the fastest-appreciating housing market in a metro area, according to property analytics firm CoreLogic.
Detroit's basement protection program aims to help 2,000 homes in 11 neighborhoods
Basement backups are a persistent problem in Detroit, which lead to property damage and health issues. The program fully pays for repairs to sewer lines and backwater valve installations in eligible homes.
Detroit family stranded without heat during holidays
"Me and my family, we just trying to seek help. We don’t have no hot water. No heat," the Detroit father said.
3 revitalization projects in Corktown to provide affordable housing, benefit local economy
As part of the Choice Neighborhoods housing grant program, these initiatives aim to ensure that housing remains affordable in Corktown while introducing new, reasonably priced options across the neighborhood.
Mt. Clemens woman displaced by house explosion now living in apartment riddled with problems
It's been a nightmare year for Joanie Dickerson, who moved into an apartment after a house explosion damaged her townhouse. Her current residence has a broken kitchen that's missing a wall.
Highland Park home restoration project gets its own TV segment
A restoration project is unfolding block by block in Highland Park. But the restored French doors and ornate sconces that now decorate the once vacant home only tell part of the story.
New 60-unit apartment building promises affordable living for Detroit seniors
“I met three people coming in who are here, who were homeless before they moved in here," said Mayor Mike Duggan. "We're guaranteeing that people of all incomes stay in this neighborhood."
Michigan residents report housing discrimination at state commission meeting
The first of several public hearings began on Wednesday, at Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School in Detroit. The next public meeting will be virtual, on Feb. 7.
Detroiters put city's tax plan proposal to the test with new estimator
The Land Value Tax Plan is still a ways away from becoming law. But citizens can find out how much they would save now.
Nonprofit that feeds and cares for homeless people now running emergency shelter in Macomb County
Motor City Mitten Mission travels around metro Detroit and finds people living on the street. It connects them with housing and other resources. This winter, it'll offer the same services while sheltering people overnight.
Calculator estimates savings that Detroit homeowners would see on property taxes under Duggan proposal
The average Detroit homeowner will see their property taxes reduced by 17%, the city said.
Macomb's new emergency shelter prepares for busy season this winter
The group running the shelter is made up with volunteers who used to be homeless themselves. They talked to FOX 2 about their experiences and why the shelter is badly needed ahead of the winter.