Michigan guides
Plain explanations of the parts of buying and selling that are specific to Michigan: property tax uncapping, transfer tax, closing costs and disclosures. Every guide is reviewed by our principal broker and dated.
Michigan Property Tax Uncapping: Why Your Taxes Change When You Buy
Why a Michigan home's property taxes jump the year after it sells: taxable value, SEV, Proposal A, uncapping, and how to estimate your bill before you buy.
October 13, 2026
Michigan Real Estate Transfer Tax: Who Pays and How Much
Michigan's transfer tax from the statutes: $3.75 per $500 state and $0.55 per $500 county, paid by the seller, plus the exemption for sales at a loss.
October 13, 2026