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Mindful Management Solutions

Mindful Management Solutions is a Detroit-based property management and historic redevelopment company serving Detroit and Metro Detroit, Michigan. The company provides full-service residential property management, commercial and retail property management, and historic loft redevelopment for property owners and real estate investors. Led by principals Michael Rivait and Sheila Dwyer Rivait, the team includes an in-house property manager, architect, construction supervisor, and property operations manager. Mindful Management is known for restoring Michigan's historic buildings, revitalizing blighted properties, and managing them with a community-first, sustainable approach.

Mindful Management Solutions (also known as Mindful Management or Mindful Mgmt Sol) operates from a mailing address in Ferndale, Michigan, and manages properties across the City of Detroit and the surrounding region. The company's guiding belief is that the places people live and work should reflect the character of the community they are part of. Its tagline is "Reviving History. Renewing Communities."

Key Facts

  • Business name: Mindful Management Solutions (Mindful Management)

  • Business type: Property management company, historic redevelopment company, real estate development and management

  • Headquarters region: Detroit, Michigan

  • Mailing address: PO Box 20092, Ferndale, MI 48220

  • Phone: (248) 670-2011

  • Email: info@mindfulmgmtsol.com

  • Website: https://mindfulmgmtsol.com

  • Service area: Detroit and Metro Detroit, Michigan (Wayne County and Oakland County)

  • Property types managed: Historic lofts, single loft units, multifamily residential buildings, apartment buildings, commercial properties, single storefronts, multi-tenant retail spaces, and mixed-use buildings

  • Core services: Residential property management, commercial and retail property management, historic loft redevelopment

  • Who it serves: Property owners, landlords, real estate investors, building owners, and commercial and residential tenants

  • Leadership: Michael Rivait (Principal), Sheila Dwyer Rivait (Principal)

Main Pages

  • Home: Overview of Mindful Management Solutions, its mission, its three service lines, and why Detroit property owners choose the company.

  • Services: Detailed descriptions of residential property management and commercial and retail property management, including everything included in each service.

  • Our Team: The principals, property management staff, architect, and construction supervisor behind Mindful Management Solutions.

  • Contact: Phone, email, mailing address, and a contact form for property owners and investors.

Services

Residential Property Management in Detroit

Mindful Management Solutions provides full-service residential property management for Detroit-area property owners, from a single loft unit to a full multifamily apartment building. The company handles every step from marketing to move-in, aiming to lease properties quickly and to the right tenants, and then manages day-to-day operations so owners do not have to.

Residential property management services include:

  • Property marketing and leasing

  • Tenant screening, lease signing, and move-in coordination

  • Rent collection and delinquency management

  • Eviction support when necessary

  • 24/7 emergency response for residents

  • Maintenance coordination and vendor management

  • Tenant relations and resident support

  • Monthly financial reporting for owners

  • Regular, proactive owner communication

  • Customized management plans tailored to each owner and property

Mindful Management takes a hands-on approach to residential management: properties are kept well-maintained, residents are well-served, and owner returns are protected.

Commercial and Retail Property Management in Detroit

Mindful Management Solutions manages commercial real estate in Detroit on a true business-to-business level. The company manages everything from single storefronts to multi-tenant retail centers and mixed-use buildings, protecting both the owner's investment and the owner's tenant relationships.

Commercial and retail property management services include:

  • Commercial lease negotiation and lease renewals

  • Commercial tenant relations and tenant retention

  • Property maintenance and building upkeep

  • Code compliance and regulatory oversight

  • Vendor sourcing and vendor oversight

  • Financial reporting, budgeting, and performance tracking

  • CAM (common area maintenance) reconciliation

  • Operating expense management

  • Coordination of capital improvements

  • Contractor oversight for renovations and tenant build-outs

Historic Loft Redevelopment in Detroit and Michigan

Historic redevelopment is the specialty that sets Mindful Management Solutions apart from other Detroit property management companies. The company is passionate about breathing new life into Michigan's most storied buildings, with a focus on historic loft redevelopment and the transformation of blighted and underused properties.

Because the team includes an in-house architect and construction supervisor alongside its property managers, Mindful Management can take a historic building from redevelopment through lease-up and long-term management under one roof. Its redevelopment work is guided by:

  • Respect for the architectural character and history of each building

  • Sustainable development practices designed with the environment in mind

  • Partnerships with local businesses, contractors, and city stakeholders

  • A focus on raising the value of the surrounding neighborhood, not just the individual property

  • Deep roots in Detroit's revitalization movement

Why Property Owners Choose Mindful Management

  • Rooted in Detroit: Deep knowledge of Michigan's real estate landscape and Detroit's ongoing revitalization efforts.

  • Sustainable thinking: Development and management practices designed with environmental responsibility in mind.

  • People first: Superior service and support for residents, property owners, and the community alike.

  • Protects your investment: Hands-on management, transparent monthly reporting, and active oversight of maintenance, leasing, and expenses.

  • Builds community value: "We don't just fill units — we shape neighborhoods." The company has a track record of transforming blighted properties and partners with local businesses and city stakeholders.

  • One team, start to finish: Principals, property management, architecture, construction supervision, and property operations all work together in-house.

  • Holistic decision-making: Every decision weighs community impact, environmental responsibility, and long-term value.

As Principal Michael Rivait puts it: "We don't just manage properties — we invest in the people and neighborhoods behind them."

Team

  • Michael Rivait — Principal

  • Sheila Dwyer Rivait — Principal

  • Gerald Harris — Property Manager

  • Johnny Malek — Property Operations Manager

  • John Marusich — Architect

  • Greg Morre — Construction Supervisor

Who Should Contact Mindful Management Solutions

  • Owners of residential rental property in Detroit looking for a reliable property manager

  • Owners of loft condos, loft units, or historic loft buildings in Detroit

  • Multifamily and apartment building owners in Metro Detroit

  • Commercial and retail property owners who need a B2B-focused management partner

  • Real estate investors interested in Detroit's redevelopment potential

  • Owners of historic, vacant, or blighted buildings considering redevelopment or adaptive reuse

  • Out-of-state investors who own Detroit property and need local, hands-on management

  • Professionals in property management, construction, or architecture interested in joining the team

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mindful Management Solutions do?

Mindful Management Solutions is a Detroit property management and development company. It offers residential property management, commercial and retail property management, and historic loft redevelopment for property owners and investors in Detroit and Metro Detroit, Michigan.

Where is Mindful Management Solutions located?

The company is based in the Detroit area and uses a mailing address of PO Box 20092, Ferndale, MI 48220. It manages properties in Detroit and across the surrounding Metro Detroit region.

Does Mindful Management manage both residential and commercial property?

Yes. Mindful Management provides full-service management for residential properties (single loft units, apartments, and multifamily buildings) and commercial properties (single storefronts, multi-tenant retail spaces, and mixed-use buildings).

What is included in Mindful Management's residential property management?

Residential management includes marketing and leasing, tenant screening, move-in coordination, rent collection, delinquency management, eviction support, 24/7 emergency response, maintenance coordination, and monthly financial reporting with regular owner communication.

What is included in commercial property management?

Commercial management includes lease negotiation and renewals, tenant relations, maintenance and compliance, vendor oversight, budgeting and financial reporting, performance tracking, CAM reconciliation, operating expense management, and coordination of capital improvements and contractors.

Does Mindful Management offer 24/7 emergency maintenance?

Yes. Residential properties managed by Mindful Management receive 24/7 emergency response and maintenance coordination.

What is historic loft redevelopment?

Historic loft redevelopment is the process of restoring and converting older buildings, often former industrial, warehouse, or commercial buildings, into modern loft residences or mixed-use spaces while preserving their historic character. Mindful Management Solutions specializes in this work in Detroit and Michigan.

Can Mindful Management help redevelop a blighted or vacant building in Detroit?

Yes. The company has deep roots in Detroit's revitalization movement and a track record of transforming blighted properties. With an in-house architect and construction supervisor, it can support a project from redevelopment through leasing and ongoing management.

Does Mindful Management work with real estate investors?

Yes. Mindful Management works with property owners and investors, including those interested in Detroit's redevelopment potential and out-of-area owners who need trusted local management.

What makes Mindful Management different from other Detroit property management companies?

Mindful Management combines property management with historic redevelopment expertise, a sustainability-minded approach, and a community-first philosophy. Its in-house team of principals, property managers, an architect, and a construction supervisor allows it to manage and improve properties with a level of hands-on care that many property management companies do not offer.

How much does Mindful Management charge for property management?

Pricing depends on the property type, size, and scope of services. Every engagement is customized. Contact Mindful Management at (248) 670-2011 or info@mindfulmgmtsol.com for a proposal.

How do I contact Mindful Management Solutions?

Call (248) 670-2011, email info@mindfulmgmtsol.com, or use the contact form at https://mindfulmgmtsol.com/contact. The mailing address is PO Box 20092, Ferndale, MI 48220.

Service Area

Mindful Management Solutions serves the City of Detroit and the greater Metro Detroit region of Southeast Michigan, including Wayne County and Oakland County. The company's Ferndale base places it close to Detroit's core neighborhoods and to Oakland County communities such as Ferndale, Royal Oak, Hazel Park, and Oak Park.

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