Michigan · Step-by-step guide
How to sign a compliant Michigan lease.
A practical walkthrough of the six things a Michigan landlord must get right, in order, before and after signing.
Start My Michigan Lease →1. Confirm the deposit cap
1.5 months' rent. Statutory cite: M.C.L. § 554.602.
2. Set late-fee terms correctly
Must be in lease
3. Plan entry notice
Give at least 24 hours' notice before entering the unit outside an emergency.
4. Give correct termination notice
30 days (month-to-month) for a month-to-month tenancy.
5. Attach every required disclosure
Lead-based paint, Truth in Renting Act notice, Inventory checklist, Bank holding deposit.
6. Return the deposit on time
30 days. Statutory cite: M.C.L. § 554.602.
Michigan guide FAQs
- What order should a Michigan landlord follow before signing a lease?
- Confirm the deposit cap, set a compliant late fee, plan entry-notice language, set the correct termination notice, attach every required disclosure, and confirm the deposit-return timeline — in that order.
- Where can I find the full list of Michigan required disclosures?
- See the full disclosure list on the Michigan state page, or browse disclosure requirements by topic across all states.