I know people don't like to mix business with politics, but politics really shape the business environment. I never bought the headline on the articles saying Detroit is making a comeback. No, Detroit is not coming back. Maybe Oakland county is coming back. You really have to live in the city and understand how the average person thinks to really understand Detroit. First they see people with money as evil unless you made it selling drugs, then you're a legend. Don't think they like landlords, they see landlords as stealing their money. So don't expect the people to be on your side when the city shakes you down. You're really just paying the city and paying for their pensions. You're not getting any services. Crime is through the roof, you better call a friend because that ambulance ain't coming, and you better have a gun because the police aren't going to protect you.
At least you are realizing that you're getting screwed. I know so many people who own small stores in Detroit, and they get so many fines. I never understood why they still do business in Detroit when they get treated like trash. Just get out, America is a big country there are many other opportunities. Westlan, Garden City and other cites are really good for renting. You might want to consider those cities.