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Bought new MFH Unit, the last remaining tenant moved out
I just purchased a 3-unit property in a Metro Detroit Suburb in Wayne County, 4/1/2019. The tenant dodge for the first 10 days of the month, then said they were moving out.
The property appears abandoned, but some personal items has been left. I have changed the locks on the other units and entries, should I change the locks on the now vacated unit. The "former" tenant is not responding to calls or text messages for the last week.
I have never dealt with this as I have typically bought properties empty, or tenants have negotiated in good-faith for an exit, and paid appropriately.
How do I handled this because I wish to start renovations.