SELLING IN MICHIGAN
Complete compliance guide for selling your home in Michigan. Meydomo handles all state-specific requirements, MLS compliance, and legal disclosures.
Last updated November 10, 2025
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Licensed Qualifying Broker Supervision
Every Meydomo transaction in Michigan operates under the supervision of a licensed Qualifying Broker who ensures full regulatory compliance:
- • Daily: Review all new listings, price changes, and advertising
- • Weekly: Audit 10% of active files for compliance
- • Monthly: Reconcile trust accounts and verify licenses
- • 24/7 Escalation: Call (448) 408-1873 and press 9 for direct Broker access
- • Coverage: E&O insurance on every transaction
AI handles the volume. Broker ensures compliance. You get both for $199 + $999.
Michigan Real Estate Overview
Michigan uses escrow/title closings with no attorney requirement and state-mandated seller disclosure. The market is affordable relative to US median with modest price gains.
Federal Compliance Checklist
Lead-Based Paint Hazard Disclosure
Federal law (Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992) requires sellers of homes built before 1978 to disclose any known lead-based paint or lead hazards and provide buyers with the EPA’s lead hazard information pamphlet. Buyers must also be given a 10-day opportunity to conduct a lead paint inspection or waive that right.
Fair Housing Act (No Discriminatory Advertising)
Under the federal Fair Housing Act, sellers (and their agents) must not publish any advertisement for the listing that expresses a discriminatory preference based on protected classes (e.g. race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin). For example, statements such as 'no children' or other exclusions in home listings are unlawful.
State-Level Rules Sellers Must Follow
Seller Disclosure Act
Michigan’s Seller Disclosure Act (Act 92 of 1993, MCL 565.951 et seq.) requires sellers of 1–4 unit residential properties to deliver a written Seller’s Disclosure Statement to the buyer before execution of a binding purchase agreement. Michigan’s disclosure form is specified by statute and includes the condition of the roof, basement (any leaks?), well/septic or other water system issues, environmental problems (like presence of radon, asbestos, underground storage tanks), pest infestations, structural and mechanical conditions, and more. Sellers must update the disclosure if something changes before closing. If a seller fails to provide the disclosure as required, the buyer can terminate the purchase contract before closing. Note: Michigan’s form does instruct sellers to disclose known lead-based paint (though federal law separately mandates lead disclosure). Certain transfers are exempt (estate sales, foreclosure sales by lenders, etc.).
County & City Considerations
Local Requirements
Michigan has some municipalities with inspection requirements at time of sale (often called "point of sale" inspections), primarily to check that the property meets local codes (e.g., certain Detroit suburbs require a city inspection for occupancy certificate). For instance, cities like Dearborn and Taylor require a presale inspection and for sellers to correct major violations. Also, all Michigan homes must have smoke alarms and CO detectors per state law, but there’s no separate disclosure form—compliance is verified via inspection or at closing in some cities. These are not disclosures *to buyers* so much as conditions of closing. The actual defect disclosures are handled through the statewide Seller’s Disclosure Statement.
Seller Disclosure Requirements
What sellers must disclose in Michigan:
- Seller Disclosure Act (MCL 565.951–565.966) requires disclosure
- Residential Sellers Disclosure Statement for 1–4 unit sales
- Must deliver before buyer signs purchase agreement
- Lead-based paint disclosure for pre-1978 homes
- Comprehensive property condition disclosure required
MLS Rules & Listing Logistics
MLS Rules (Realcomp and Others)
Michigan’s largest MLS, Realcomp II Ltd., along with others (like MiRealSource), require a listing agreement and full property data entry. The Clear Cooperation policy is followed. Realcomp requires at least one photo on each listing. Michigan MLS listings often indicate if the seller’s disclosure statement and lead paint form are available (often uploading them as attachments for buyer agents). As always, remarks cannot include language violating civil rights/fair housing laws. Also, Michigan being a "buyer beware" state aside from the disclosure form, MLS remarks commonly still say "all measurements approx., buyer to verify" but that’s a different issue of accuracy, not a disclosure. The MLS will sanction false information and enforce timely status updates.
How Much Equity You Keep on a $262,500 Sale
Every seller sees the math before launch. We assume a $7,875 buyer-agent incentive (3%) across all options so you can compare apples-to-apples with “flat fee” services that tack on a percentage at closing.
| Option | Upfront Fees | Due at Closing | Total Listing Cost | Buyer Agent (3%) | Total Listing & Selling Costs | Savings vs 6% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meydomo Flat-Fee MLS1 | $199 | $999 | $1,198 | $7,875 | $9,073 | $6,677 |
| Housecoin “Flat Fee”2 | $0 | $2,625 | $2,625 | $7,875 | $10,500 | $5,250 |
| Houzeo Silver Plan3 | $249 | $1,313 | $1,562 | $7,875 | $9,437 | $6,314 |
| Traditional 6% Agent4 | $0 | $7,875 | $7,875 | $7,875 | $15,750 | — |
* Buyer-agent line assumes a 3% incentive across every scenario. Sellers can set Meydomo buyer-agent payouts anywhere from 2% to 3%.
1 Meydomo pricing: $199 to launch, $999 at close. Buyer-agent incentives remain optional.
2 Housecoin advertises no upfront cost but charges 1% of sale price at close (marketed as “flat fee”).
3 Houzeo Silver plan: $249 list fee plus 0.5% at close, subject to $999 minimum (houzeo.com/pricing).
4 Traditional listing assumed 3% listing-side commission and 3% buyer-agent commission (typical 6% split).
Michigan Seller FAQ
How does Meydomo's $999 service work for sellers in Michigan?
We handle MLS entry, buyer-agent coordination, disclosures, and closing support under the supervision of a licensed Qualifying Broker. You pay $199 today and $999 when the deal closes—no percentage commission. Every transaction includes daily Broker review, weekly file audits, and professional oversight.
Who supervises the AI agents in Michigan?
Our licensed Qualifying Broker maintains non-delegable supervisory responsibility for all transactions. The Broker performs daily reviews of new listings and price changes, weekly audits of active files (minimum 10%), monthly trust account reconciliation, and immediate intervention for complex situations. This ensures full compliance with state real estate laws.
Can I still offer buyer-agent commission in Michigan?
Yes. You decide what to offer buyer agents (often 2–3%). Meydomo publishes it in the MLS and we show how it affects your net in the cost table and calculator. Our Broker reviews all commission structures for compliance.
What happens when an agent calls from Michigan?
Our AI agents answer inbound calls instantly with licensed Qualifying Broker oversight, qualify buyers, and route serious inquiries to you or your transaction coordinator so you never miss momentum. The Broker monitors all interactions for compliance and intervenes when professional judgment is needed.
Can I get compliance help with Michigan disclosures?
Yes. We walk you through every required form, double-check timelines, and keep a shared checklist so nothing slips through state or MLS rules. Our Qualifying Broker reviews all disclosures before publication to ensure legal compliance.
How can I reach the Qualifying Broker directly?
Direct Broker escalation is available 24/7. Call (448) 408-1873 and press 9 for priority routing, or email broker-escalation@meydomo.com. Response time is within 4 hours for urgent matters, 24 hours for general concerns. The Broker handles complex negotiations, regulatory issues, and any situation requiring professional real estate judgment.
Tools to Plan Your Michigan Sale
Commission Savings Calculator
See the exact dollars you keep in Michigan: $11,000-$24,000 savings vs traditional $12,000-$25,000 commissions.
Launch tool →Offer Comparison Grid
Line up every Michigan offer and see which terms actually deliver the highest net.
Launch tool →Closing Timeline Planner
Map every disclosure, inspection, and funding deadline required in Michigan.
Launch tool →Commission Savings in Michigan
Compare a traditional 6% listing with Meydomo's $199 upfront + $999 at closing. Adjust the buyer-agent incentive to match your plan.
Enter a sale price and commission assumptions to see the dollar impact of Meydomo's flat fee.
Closing Timeline Generator
Timeline automation ships in Phase 2. Beta testers get first access when we roll out inspection, financing, and escrow countdowns.
Explore the toolMarket Insights & Trends (2024-2025)
Current Market Data
- • Median home price: ~$262,500
- • Year-over-year growth: +2.6%
- • Median time to pending: ~10 days
- • Detroit and urban cores remain affordable
- • Rust-belt metros showing improving values
Cities We Serve in Michigan
Meydomo provides comprehensive MLS coverage and compliance expertise across all major population centers in Michigan.
Rank #1
Detroit
Estimated population: 683,443
Rank #2
Grand Rapids
Estimated population: 193,887
Rank #3
Warren
Estimated population: 135,069
Rank #4
Sterling Heights
Estimated population: 131,674
Rank #5
Ann Arbor
Estimated population: 118,087
Rank #6
Lansing
Estimated population: 114,773
Don't see your city listed?
We serve every community in Michigan.
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Our Michigan Broker Network
Michigan's diverse markets from urban Detroit to rural areas require brokers with broad regional expertise.
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