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 sophistication. Agency duties are determined at the broker level, based on written agreements and disclosures, not simply by who shows the space.

From my experience, most business owners do not realize there is a difference.

Landlords have representation.

Business owners should too.

If you are touring space, ask one simple question:
Who do you represent?

It matters more than you think.

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