Under Michigan law, a landlord’s agent representing a commercial property is not required to proactively disclose that they do not represent the tenant unless their actions create implied agency or the situation moves toward dual representation.Commercial transactions are treated differently than residential transactions. The law assumes a higher level of ... Read More

A client once called me, thrilled to have found an office space in Farmington Hills, MI, listed at just $1 per square foot near I-696. He wanted me to drop everything and check it out. Sounds amazing, right? Not so fast. The listing was written in California lease language, which quotes ... Read More

Does the song sound familiar? Well, it’s a tune every tenant should be singing – twice a year. That’s right. Every tenant should check their lease expiration date twice, and make sure to start their search at least a year in advance. Wondering why? Doesn’t a year sound a bit ... Read More

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When I left my corporate job to become a commercial agent with no salary, it was a leap of faith. I was 40 years old and had a family to support. I was able to secure a $50,000 draw, which I paid back by commissions earned. It takes 9 months ... Read More

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