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A mural installation in Southwest Detroit, from the photo essay “Bordertown.” Photo credit: Erik Paul Howard
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‘Do you have AC?’: Why that could be a life-saving question
Detroit Housing Commission makes hiring splash
Plus, do Detroiters have enough access to AC?
The Dirt: Preserving affordability and historic structures
Ad developer looks to keep low-income complex Clement Kern Gardens affordable, and the city looks to keep its historic buildings intact
Arthur Jemison hired as new head of Detroit Housing Commission
The public housing authority announced the hire at a board meeting on Aug. 2. Jemison has 30 years of experience in housing and planning, and previously worked for the City…
Fork over the $$$, Wayne County
The state’s highest court says a 2020 decision requiring counties to pay back tax auction profits applies retroactively.
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The Dig is written by Outlier Senior Reporter Aaron Mondry. Aaron has been regularly reporting on Detroit real estate since 2016, covering it for Model D, Curbed Detroit and other outlets. He launched The Dig with Detour Detroit in September 2020. Outlier started publishing The Dig in August 2021.
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Housing resources
How to buy a house on a land contract in Detroit
So you’re thinking of buying a house in Detroit using a land contract. Congrats! This guide will help you navigate…
How to research a Detroit landlord — and spot red flags before you sign a lease
How do you go about researching a landlord — and what can you find out before you sign a lease?…
How to buy a house in cash
Paying cash for a house might, for some, conjure up images of bidding wars and deep-pocketed investors who can easily…
10 things to know about Detroit’s largest landowner
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about the Detroit Land Bank Authority, the city’s largest landowner.