Property Management

In Michigan, an 'unlawful detainer' action is initiated by a landlord when a tenant:

AFails to pay rent on time for the first month
BRemains in possession after the tenancy has legally ended or after default✓ Correct
CRefuses to sign a lease renewal
DViolates a no-pet policy for the first time

Explanation

An unlawful detainer (summary possession/eviction) action is filed when a tenant continues to occupy property after the tenancy has ended or after being properly notified of breach. Michigan District Courts handle these summary proceedings.

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