Upper Marlboro, MD asked in Real Estate Law and Landlord - Tenant for Michigan

Q: I'm a landlord in MI and need to know if i'm legally responsible to send a receipt for paid rent within a certain time.

2 Lawyer Answers
Thomas. R. Morris
Thomas. R. Morris
Answered
  • Dexter, MI
  • Licensed in Michigan

A: There's no state-law requirement whoch requires that a landlord send a statement. Is this residential property and where is it located? You should determine whether ther's a local ordinance that is applicable.

Kenneth V Zichi
Kenneth V Zichi
Answered
  • Landlord Tenant Lawyer
  • Fowlerville, MI
  • Licensed in Michigan

A: Does your lease require you to do so? If not, there is no requirement to issue one, but for your own bookkeeping purposes it might make sense to record the transaction so if there is a question later, you can refer to records. If someone is threatening you about this, it probably makes sense to seek local legal help. Some municipalities have rules landlords must meet that are NOT uniform throughout the state.

Check with a local lawyer!

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