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Buy a home for Ferris college student(s) in Big Rapids, Michigan?
Is it a good investment to buy a home for Ferris State University college student(s) in Big Rapids, Michigan?
 
About this time of year, parents start thinking about the costs of paying for college dorms compared to the cost of buying a home that their student can live in during college years.
 
Sometimes investing in a home can be profitable, yet there are no guarantees. One thing that is sure - you will not get any money back from dorm costs, so you might come out ahead by owning a home short term and then selling it.
 
Many owners have kept their rental properties for years because college rentals can sometimes bring in a good income - even if you have an agency manage the property for you.
 
Within the city limits of Big Rapids, Michigan, there are many rules rental properties must abide by, even if your son or daughter occupies part of the home and rents to one other person.
 
You must qualify and obtain a certificate from the City of Big Rapids that allows you to rent, and comply with all ordinances including proper fire alarm maintenance and inspections.
 
Stating that "No one ever told me I had to do this" will NOT get ... more

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