The median price is still just $90k and I wouldn't be surprised to see it double again pretty quickly.The other nice thing about Michigan is property taxes are capped at the rate of inflation with a max annual increase of 5% per year.The biggest drawback of Detroit is tenant quality IMO.

I am less surprised by that, but I AM surprised that assumable mortgages aren't more of a widespread thing. 

The ones still open to adding new policies will only insure buildings built after 2000, or 1980 (depending on the insurer), and you have to be claim free in the last 5 years.Unfortunately, $9k for a 10u does not surprise me. 

But maybe that's just me...In your case, it sounds like they have buyer's remorse and are ashamed to tell you after signing, but also don't be surprised if they show up on the 31st. 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

It's supposed to ensure there are no surprises after closing.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

I'm a little surprised no one else has mentioned this yet, but if your agent is in compliance with the new rules, they would have had you sign a buyer-broker agreement before showing the house, and I pray before starting negotiations for you.

I was surprised at the number of events here that bring in people from out of town which is why I’m curious about it.