Michigan Landlords who collect a security deposit must provide Tenants with a Security Deposit Receipt within 14 days of the Tenant taking possession of the unit.Michigan Lease Requirements: Security Deposit ReceiptUnder Michigan law, if a Landlord collects a security deposit, the Landlord must provide the Tenant with a receipt that includes:The Landlord’s name and address for communications and noticesThe name and address of the financial institution where the deposit will be heldSpecific language about the Tenant’s obligation to provide a forwarding address within 4 days of the end of the TenancyThe Landlord must provide the Tenant with this receipt within 14 days of the start of the tenancy.Our Michigan Security Deposit Receipt complies with Michigan law and can be attached as an addendum to your Michigan Lease Agreement.Watch Our Videos▶ This is Why a Lease is so Important▶ How to ezSign your Lease AgreementVideo to Share with Tenants▶ Tenant Move-In VideoReady to get started? Still not sure? Pro Tip: You can always start with our Free Lease and upgrade later!Start By Building a Free LeaseReady to Join Our Community of Pro Landlords?Get the most out of your investment properties. Save time. Avoid headaches. Win-win-win.Become a Pro MemberMichigan Rental Forms and TemplatesMichigan Security Deposit Itemized Deductions: This Notice is required whenever a Michigan Landlord plans to withhold some or all of a security deposit.Michigan Notice to Quit - Damage to Premises or Health Hazard: This form is used when a Tenant has caused a health hazard or property damage. It advises the Tenant to repair the damage or move out. Further, it warns that if the Tenant takes neither action, the Landlord will initiate eviction proceedings.Michigan Demand for Possession - Drug Activity: This form should be used if an occupant becomes involved in drug activity. This is a key first step in the eviction process.Michigan Notice to Quit - Termination of Tenancy: This form should be used when Tenants have a Lease violation besides non-payment of rent, a health hazard, or drug activity. This notice should be given before initiating eviction proceedings.
