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Land Bank homes, property taxes and the exemptions, down payment assistance, and permits for fixing up an older house.

  • Fixing Up a Detroit Home: Building Permits, Trade Permits and Certificates of Acceptance
    Buying

    Fixing Up a Detroit Home: Building Permits, Trade Permits and Certificates of Acceptance

  • Detroit Down Payment Assistance: Up to $25,000 for Buyers Who Already Live in the City
    Buying

    Detroit Down Payment Assistance: Up to $25,000 for Buyers Who Already Live in the City

  • Detroit Property Taxes for New Homeowners: Mills, the Principal Residence Exemption and HOPE
    Buying

    Detroit Property Taxes for New Homeowners: Mills, the Principal Residence Exemption and HOPE

  • Buying a Detroit Land Bank Home: Auctions, Own It Now and the Rehab Rules
    Buying

    Buying a Detroit Land Bank Home: Auctions, Own It Now and the Rehab Rules

Disclaimer: Your Detroit Living is an independent guide. It is not affiliated with the City of Detroit, the Detroit Land Bank Authority, DWSD, DDOT, the State of Michigan or any landlord, lender or agency. It explains rules and programs those bodies publish; it is not legal or tax advice. Check the program or office named in each guide before you act.

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