Metro Detroit investment properties for sale since 1999 Metro Detroit investment properties for sale since 1999
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Since 1999 25+ Years Experience
34 Countries International Investors Served
Thousands Properties Bought, Renovated & Managed
We Invest Too Licensed Brokers & Active Investors

What we do

More Than a Brokerage — A Long-Term Investment Partner

  • Evaluation & Due Diligence: We analyze every deal through the lens of seasoned investors — not agents chasing a commission. ROI, cash flow, neighborhood trajectory, rehab budgets, exit options.
  • Acquisition: Off-market deals, bank-owned, MLS, bulk packages and direct bank notes.
  • Renovation: In-house crews for everything from minor repairs to full gut rehabs.
  • Leasing & Tenant Placement: Fast tenant placement with thorough screening.
  • Property Management & Maintenance: Full-service including rent collection, maintenance, reporting and preservation.
  • Exit Strategy: Selling or refinancing when the time is right.
Metro Detroit investment property renovation by Tradewinds

We work exclusively with real estate investors — not primary home buyers or sellers. Since 1999 we have helped investors evaluate, acquire, renovate, lease, manage, maintain, and eventually sell or refinance thousands of properties in Metro Detroit.

As active investors ourselves, we bring real-world experience to every decision. We only recommend deals we would buy for our own portfolio.

With 80% of our clients located outside the United States, we built our entire process around clear communication, detailed photo/video reporting, and full transparency so you can manage your Metro Detroit investments confidently from anywhere in the world.

Why We’re Trusted

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We are investors too

Who better to work with on your own real estate investments than other experienced real estate investors? Realtors are realtors, managers are managers – but no one can help you evaluate a potential asset, tenant, maintenance request or capital expense better than us. Our unique experience and backgrounds are best suited to guide you through the entire process of acquisition, renovation, leasing and renting, maintenance and preservation and eventual sale.

Clients the world over

Clients from 34 countries and counting have placed their faith and trust in TWDG to educate, coach and provide top-notch full-service real estate investment & property management services.

International real estate investment clients from 34 countries
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Clients Large and small

From individuals purchasing a single investment property to large groups or funds buying hundreds and everything in between we're here to help.

New Investors or Seasoned Experts

Thinking about buying your first, and only rental or investment property? Already own a few hundred? Chances are we already work with someone at your experience level. We are the perfect people to talk to no matter your experience level.

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We Are Approachable

Don't worry, our experience hasn't gone to our heads. We are a down-to-Earth team of real estate investors, brokers and managers who love to answer clients questions and share our knowledge. We respond quickly and thoroughly. See for yourself, pick up the phone or send us an email. 248-209-6755 (Country Code +1) or email our broker/owner Scott at info@tradewindsgroup.com

What Our Investors Say

“Tradewinds has managed 12 properties for me over 8 years. Their communication is unmatched and they truly think like owners. Best decision I ever made in real estate.”

— Michael T., United Kingdom

“As an international investor, the detailed videos and reports made me feel completely in control. They found me three excellent turnkey properties that cash flow very well.”

— Dr. Anna K., Germany

“They don’t just manage properties — they help me build wealth. Helped me scale to 27 doors. Extremely professional and transparent.”

— Robert S., California, USA

Real Estate Investment Brokerage

We work exclusively with investors — not primary home buyers or sellers. We handle the full investment lifecycle: evaluate, acquire, renovate, lease, manage, maintain, and exit.

Full service real estate brokerage for investors

We manage the entire investment process from start to finish: acquisition, renovation, leasing, ongoing management, maintenance, and eventual sale or refinance — all designed to maximize your cash flow and long-term ROI.

Areas of expertise

  • Single family homes (turnkey cash-flow leaders)
  • Small multifamily (2-4 units)
  • Apartment buildings
  • Condo complexes
  • Performing & non-performing notes

Investment strategies we execute

Buy & hold • Buy, fix & hold • Fix & flip • Rent-to-own • Land contracts • Note investing. Whatever your goal or risk tolerance, we’ve executed it many times across Metro Detroit.

Sources of property

We go far beyond the MLS. Our edge comes from off-market deals, bank bulk packages, REO properties, direct bank notes, and broker-to-broker pocket listings that never reach the public market.

How we evaluate every deal for investors

1% rule, 2% rule, 50% rule, Cash-on-Cash return, Cap Rate, IRR, DSCR, GRM — we run every metric that matters to you. Full rehab budgets, rental comps, neighborhood analysis, tenant risk, and clear exit strategies are standard.

Full-Service Property Management

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Full service property and asset management

Full service means full service. We can assist you in evaluating and inspecting properties, all phases of acquisition and all levels of renovation from small maintenance to demo and new construction as well as everything in between. We can lease and properly manage your property and portfolio. We can pay your local property taxes, put utilities in our name during vacancies, help you obtain and maintain certificate of occupancies (or compliance) and rental registrations. Our extensive network of contacts including title companies, appraisers, home inspectors, real estate lawyers, CPA’s, mortgage brokers, hard money lenders, tax advisors, insurance brokers, home warranties and on and on and on. When we say full service we really mean it.

Existing portfolios are welcome

Finally had enough of the property manager who doesn't communicate, answers every question with "go to the portal”, doesn't pay rental income or provide monthly reports unless you bug him 10x a month? Or worse lets tenants stay in your property for free month after month and before you know it you are running a charity? There are a lot of bad property managers out there and both you and your investments deserve better. We proactively send detailed reports and rental income between the 28th and 3rd month after month. We communicate in good times and bad w/out prompting. We provide you the “on the ground & local” information/guidance/coaching that you are looking for, so you can make the decisions that best fit your goals and objectives. No matter the reason you are looking to change property managers you are looking for a reason. Many investors have made the switch and to date no one has regretted it. Call or email and let us answer your questions and tell you about our tried and true process. Remember, not only do we manage our client’s properties, we manage our own and use the same systems to help you maximize your ROI.

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Communication is key

Bottom line, even when everything is smooth sailing we communicate with our clients a minimum of 2 times a month. Not automated and generic emails but actual personal emails. We also communicate whenever it is necessary or whenever you have a question or concern. We send you your rental income w/o prompting every month along with a detailed report and a personal email providing any context that the report needs.

Online Portal

Yes, we, like everyone, have one but don’t worry you don’t have to use it if you don’t want to.

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Maintenance is prevention

Fix that leak before it turns into a flood. From minor fixes to full blown tear down that house and build a new one as well as everything in between we have you covered. Our in-house team of renovation and maintenance specialists are so trustworthy they work on our own homes! We also have a network out 3rd party contractors that can handle some of the large things.

City Requirements

No matter if it is the COO/COC/Lead Paint Clearance/Blight Clearance/Rental Registration full service means full service. Yes, we can assist you in obtaining all the proper city permits and meeting the city requirements. If you own property in the city of Detroit, you need to be sure you are starting to follow the rules – days of not following the rules are coming to an end fast – contact us for more information about this or google it!

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Ready to Build or Grow Your Metro Detroit Portfolio?

Whether you’re buying your first rental, scaling to dozens of doors, or looking for better property management — we’re here to help.

Call 248-209-6755 (Country Code +1) Email Us for a Free Evaluation

Licensed Michigan Real Estate Brokers & Active Investors • Serving investors from 34 countries