• The Truth About Buying in Detroit: What You Actually Deserve to Know,Lauren Yellen

    The Truth About Buying in Detroit: What You Actually Deserve to Know

    Look, we’ve all seen the clickbait headlines. "Buy a House in Detroit for the Price of a Used Honda!" or "The Most Affordable City in America!" While Detroit is definitely more affordable than, say, Austin or Brooklyn, there is a massive difference between "cheap" and "accessible." As a buyer, you d

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  • The Secret Statue Across the River: Detroit’s Gateway to Freedom,Lauren Yellen

    The Secret Statue Across the River: Detroit’s Gateway to Freedom

      If you’ve spent even a single afternoon hanging out at Hart Plaza, you’ve definitely seen them. You know the ones, those bronze figures standing on the edge of the Detroit River, looking like they’re about to make a break for it. It’s the "Gateway to Freedom" memorial, and it’s one of the most pow

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  • Asbestos Siding in Detroit: To Remove, or Not to Remove?,Lauren Yellen

    Asbestos Siding in Detroit: To Remove, or Not to Remove?

    Asbestos Siding in Detroit: To Remove, or Not to Remove? Hey guys! I’m Lauren Yellen, a building professional and the owner of Make Detroit Home and Make Detroit Home Properties. Before we dive into the dusty (but hopefully damp!) world of siding, I have to address the elephant in the room. You migh

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