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5707 Re Holdings LLC Petitioner Vs. Township Of Saginaw Respondent
- Petitioner
- 5707 Re Holdings LLC
- Respondent
- Township Of Saginaw
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-001456-TT
- Status
- Answer Due
- CaseType
- ET Property
- Division
- ET
- County
- Saginaw
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Appearance | RESP | Not recorded | 09/29/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 10 | Documentation | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/07/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 9 | Proof of Service of Misc Documents was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/07/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 8 | Amended Answer | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/07/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 7 | Documentation | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/07/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 6 | Proof of Service of Misc Documents was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/07/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | Answer was received | RESP | Not recorded | 10/07/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Proof of service of petition was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/15/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 08/13/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Notice of Docket Number ET | Not recorded | Not recorded | 08/13/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 05/26/2026 | $400.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
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BRAUN KENDRICK FRANCIS J. KEATING ATTORNEYS AT LAW Attorney TEL: 989.631.1027 FAX: 989.631.9880 EMAIL: frakea@braunkendrick.com September 28, 2026 VIA E-MAIL: taxtrib@michigan.gov Ms. Samantha M. Welton Chief Clerk Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, MI 48909 Re: 5707 RE Holdings LLC v Township of Saginaw MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 Dear Ms. Welton: Enclosed please find Respondent’s Appearance and Proof of Service for the above-referenced matter. Please file the same in your usual manner. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions regarding it, please contact me. Very tr ; RANCIS J. KEATING FIK/1s Enclosures cc: Client (w/encs) Aaron M. Fales (w/encs) BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER PL.C MIDLAND SAGINAW BRAUNKENDRICK.COM 4921-5023-5860, v. 1 MT. PLEASANT
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL 5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC, Petitioner, MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 v TOWNSHIP OF SAGINAW, Respondent. LAW OFFICES OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C. By: Aaron M. Fales (P72864) By: Francis J. Keating (P39223) Attorney Petitioner Attorneys for Respondent 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350 4301 Fashion Square Blvd. Birmingham, MI 48009 Saginaw, MI 48603 (248) 767-9840 (989) 498-2100 afaleslaw(@gmail.com frakea@braunkendrick.com APPEARANCE NOW COMES Braun Kendrick Finkbeiner P.L.C., by Francis J. Keating, and hereby enters its Appearance on behalf of Respondent, Township of Saginaw. BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C. Dated: September &/, 2026 BY: pe FRANCIS ¥. TING (P39223) Attorney for Respondent 4906-6099-5540, v. 1
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL 5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC, Petitioner, MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 v TOWNSHIP OF SAGINAW, Respondent. LAW OFFICES OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C. By: Aaron M. Fales (P72864) By: Francis J. Keating (P39223) Attorney Petitioner Attorneys for Respondent 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350 4301 Fashion Square Blvd. Birmingham, MI 48009 Saginaw, MI 48603 (248) 767-9840 (989) 498-2100 afaleslaw(@gmail.com frakea@braunkendrick.com PROOF OF SERVICE LEE STADLER, duly sworn, deposes and says that she is a secretary in the employ of BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C., attorneys for the Respondent, Township of Saginaw, and states that on the QM day of September, 2026, she served a copy of Respondent’s Appearance via first class mail, by placing same in an envelope with sufficient postage attached and plainly addressed to: Aaron M. Fales, 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350, Birmingham, MI 48009. LEE STADLER 4916-5419-3620, v. 1
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BRAUN KENDRICK FRANCIS J. KEATING ATTORNEYS AT LAW Attorney TEL: 989.631.1027 FAX: 989.631.9880 EMAIL: frakea@braunkendrick.com October 7, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC FILING Ms. Samantha M. Welton Chief Clerk Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, MI 48909 Re: 5707 RE Holdings LLC v Township of Saginaw MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 Dear Ms. Welton: Enclosed please find Respondent's Amended Answer to Petition and Proof of Service for the above- referenced matter. Please file the same in your usual manner. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions regarding it, please contact me. V urs, FRANCIS J. KEATING FIK/Is Enclosures ce: Client (w/encs) Aaron M. Fales (w/encs) 4901-9319-0359, v. 1 BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C. MIDLAND SAGINAW MT. PLEASANT 240 W. Main St, Suite 1200, Midland, MI 48640 TEL: 989.631.1027 TEL: 989.498.2100 TEL: 989.775.7404 FAX: 989.631.9880 FAX: 989.799.4666 FAX: 989.775.3764 BRAUNKENDRICK.COM
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL 5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC, Petitioner, MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 v TOWNSHIP OF SAGINAW, Respondent. LAW OFFICES OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C. By: Aaron M. Fales (P72864) By: Francis J. Keating (P39223) Attorney Petitioner Attorneys for Respondent 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350 4301 Fashion Square Blvd. Birmingham, MI 48009 Saginaw, MI 48603 (248) 767-9840 (989) 498-2100 afaleslaw(@gmail.com frakea@braunkendrick.com PROOF OF SERVICE LEE STADLER, duly sworn, deposes and says that she is a secretary in the employ of BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C., attorneys for the Respondent, Township of Saginaw, and states that on the day of October, 2026, she served a copy of Respondent’s Amended Answer to Petition via first class mail, by placing same in an envelope with sufficient postage attached and plainly addressed to: Aaron M. Fales, 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350, Birmingham, MI 48009. Sb Shodan LEE STADLER 4910-6377-0583, v. 1
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL 5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC, Petitioner, MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 v TOWNSHIP OF SAGINAW, Respondent. LAW OFFICES OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C. By: Aaron M. Fales (P72864) By: Francis J. Keating (P39223) Attorney Petitioner Attorneys for Respondent 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350 4301 Fashion Square Blvd. Birmingham, MI 48009 Saginaw, MI 48603 (248) 767-9840 (989) 498-2100 afaleslaw(@gmail.com frakea@braunkendrick.com RESPONDENT’S AMENDED ANSWER TO PETITION NOW COMES Respondent, Township of Saginaw, by and through its attorneys, Braun Kendrick Finkbeiner P.L.C., and for its Answer to Petition states the following: 1. Admitted. 2. Admitted. 3. Admitted. 4. Respondent admits that Petitioner’s Property is classified as Commercial Real, and that Petitioner’s' Property is commercial property. Respondent lacks knowledge or information sufficient to form a belief as to the remaining allegations in paragraph 4. S. Respondent admits that Petitioner alleges in its petition that this matter involves issues relating to valuation, assessment, taxable value, and uniformity. 4907-6630-1911, v. 1
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6. Respondent lacks knowledge of information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 6. 7. Respondent denies as untrue the allegations in paragraph 7. 7a. Respondent denies as untrue the allegations in paragraph 7a. 7b. Respondent denies as untrue the allegations in paragraph 7b. Tc. Respondent denies as untrue the allegations in paragraph 7c. 7d. Respondent denies as untrue the allegations in paragraph 7d. NEW MATTERS AND AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSES 1. Petitioner has failed to allege specific and sufficient facts to set forth a cause of action against Respondent. 2. Petitioner has failed to allege specific and sufficient facts to establish fraud, discrimination, or illegality on the part of the Respondent. 3. Petitioner may not be the real party in interest to bring this tax appeal. 4. Petitioner may not have standing to bring this tax appeal. S. Petitioner has failed to show that any factor other than fifty percent (50%) was applied to the true cash value of Petitioner’s property, as well as all others, to arrive at the respective assessments appearing on the roll, and also fails to allege specific and sufficient facts to support its allegations that the property’s taxable value is improper. 6. Respondent has properly and lawfully assessed Petitioner’s property and established its taxable value in accordance with statutory and constitutional requirements. 7. Respondent reserves the right to assert additional affirmative defenses during the pendency of this action. 4907-6630-1911, v. 1
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WHEREFORE, Respondent, Township of Saginaw, respectfully requests that this Honorable Tribunal provide it with the following relief: A. Dismiss the Petition with prejudice, and award Respondent its costs and attorney fees wrongfully incurred in the defense of this action; and B. Provide Respondent with such other relief as the Tribunal deems appropriate. BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C. Dated: October 7, 2026 BY: PRANCIS|J. KEATING (P39223) Attorney for Respondent 4907-6630-1911, v. 1
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-001456 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? No Party Filing Document Respondent Files Document Type: Amended Answer Attachment File Name: 5707 RE Holdings LLC v Township of Saginaw (26-001456) Respondent's Amended Answer to Petition Document Type: Proof of Service: Misc Documents Attachment File Name: 5707 RE Holdings LLC v Township of Saginaw (26-001456) Proof of Service Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: 5707 RE Holdings LLC v Township of Saginaw (26-001456) correspondence Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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BRAUN KENDRICK FRANCIS J. KEATING ATTORNEYS AT LAW Attorney TEL: 989.631.1027 FAX: 989.631.9880 EMAIL: frakea@braunkendrick.com October 7, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC FILING Ms. Samantha M. Welton Chief Clerk Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, MI 48909 Re: 5707 RE Holdings LLC v Township of Saginaw MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 Dear Ms. Welton: Enclosed please find Respondent’s Answer to Petition and Proof of Service for the above-referenced matter. Please file the same in your usual manner. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions regarding it, please contact me. Very truly yours, FRANCIS J. KEATING FIK/Is Enclosures (eH Client (w/encs) Aaron M. Fales (w/encs) 4906-1582-8181, v. 1 BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER PL.C. MIDLAND SAGINAW MT. PLEASANT 240 W. Main St, Suile 1200, Midland, MI 48640 TEL: 989.631.1027 TEL: 989.498.2100 TEL: 989.775.7404 FAX: 980.631.9880 FAX; 989.799.4666 FAX: 989.775.3764 BRAUNKENDRICK.COM
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL 5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC, Petitioner, MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 \% TOWNSHIP OF SAGINAW, Respondent. LAW OFFICES OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C. By: Aaron M. Fales (P72864) By: Francis J. Keating (P39223) Attorney Petitioner Attorneys for Respondent 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350 4301 Fashion Square Blvd. Birmingham, MI 48009 Saginaw, MI 48603 (248) 767-9840 (989) 498-2100 afaleslaw(@gmail.com frakea@braunkendrick.com PROOF OF SERVICE LEE STADLER, duly sworn, deposes and says that she is a secretary in the employ of BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C., attorneys for the Respondent, Township of Saginaw, and states that on thet day of October, 2026, she served a copy of Respondent’s Answer to Petition via first class mail, by placing same in an envelope with sufficient postage attached and plainly addressed to: Aaron M. Fales, 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350, Birmingham, MI 48009. cha Sin Ua LEE STADLER 4921-6739-2981, v. 1
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-001456 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? No Party Filing Document Respondent Files Document Type: Proof of Service: Misc Documents Attachment File Name: 5707 RE Holdings LLC v Township of Saginaw (26-001456) Proof of Service Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: 5707 RE Holdings LLC v Township of Saginaw (26-001456) correspondence Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL 5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC, Petitioner, MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 v TOWNSHIP OF SAGINAW, Respondent. LAW OFFICES OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. BRAUN KENDRICK FINKBEINER P.L.C. By: Aaron M. Fales (P72864) By: Francis J. Keating (P39223) Attorney Petitioner Attorneys for Respondent 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350 4301 Fashion Square Blvd. Birmingham, MI 48009 Saginaw, MI 48603 (248) 767-9840 (989) 498-2100 afaleslaw(@gmail.com frakea@braunkendrick.com RESPONDENT’S ANSWER TO PETITION NOW COMES Respondent, Township of Saginaw, by and through its attorneys, Braun Kendrick Finkbeiner P.L.C., and for its Answer to Petition states the following: 1. Respondent admits that real property tax parcel no. 23-12-4-20-2007-002 is located in Saginaw County, MI 48603. Respondent denies as untrue that the address of parcel no. 23-12-4-20-2007-002 is 5709 State St., Saginaw, MI 48603. 2. Admitted. 3. Admitted. 4. Respondent admits that Petitioner’s Property is classified as Commercial Real, and that Petitioner’s Property is commercial property. Respondent lacks knowledge or information sufficient to form a belief as to the remaining allegations in paragraph 4. 4911-8186-1845, v. 1
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S. Respondent admits that Petitioner alleges in its petition that this matter involves issues relating to valuation, assessment, taxable value, and uniformity. 6. Respondent lacks knowledge of information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 6. 7. Respondent denies as untrue the allegations in paragraph 7. 7a. Respondent denies as untrue the allegations in paragraph 7a. 7b. Respondent denies as untrue the allegations in paragraph 7b. Te. Respondent denies as untrue the allegations in paragraph 7c. 7d. Respondent denies as untrue the allegations in paragraph 7d. NEW MATTERS AND AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSES 1. Petitioner has failed to allege specific and sufficient facts to set forth a cause of action against Respondent. 2. Petitioner has failed to allege specific and sufficient facts to establish fraud, discrimination, or illegality on the part of the Respondent. 3. Petitioner may not be the real party in interest to bring this tax appeal. 4. Petitioner may not have standing to bring this tax appeal. S. Petitioner has failed to show that any factor other than fifty percent (50%) was applied to the true cash value of Petitioner’s property, as well as all others, to arrive at the respective assessments appearing on the roll, and also fails to allege specific and sufficient facts to support its allegations that the property’s taxable value is improper. 6. Respondent has properly and lawfully assessed Petitioner’s property and established its taxable value in accordance with statutory and constitutional requirements. 4911-8186-1845, v. 1
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74 Respondent reserves the right to assert additional affirmative defenses during the pendency of this action. WHEREFORE, Respondent, Township of Saginaw, respectfully requests that this Honorable Tribunal provide it with the following relief: A. Dismiss the Petition with prejudice, and award Respondent its costs and attorney fees wrongfully incurred in the defense of this action; and B. Provide Respondent with such other relief as the Tribunal deems appropriate. BRAUN KENDRICK FINKB RIPIVIC: PRANKS [I. KEATING (P39223) Attorney qr Respondent Dated: October ¢ ,
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Respondent MTT DOCKET NO. 26-001456 Section 1: Respondent’s Contact Information Filer Type: Local Unit of Government Local Unit of Government Township Of Saginaw (SAGINAW) First Name M.I. Last Name Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) City or Town State ZIP Code Telephone Number E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Francis M.I. J Last Name Keating Firm Name (if any) Braun Kendrick Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 4301 Fashion Square Blvd. City or Town Saginaw State Michigan ZIP Code 48603 Telephone Number 9894982100 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) frakea@braunkendrick.com Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Respondent or Authorized Attorney/Representative’s Signature: Francis J. Keating /s/
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STATE OF MICHIGAN MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL 5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC, Petitioner, 2 MTT Docket # 26-001456 TOWNSHIP OF SAGINAW, Respondent. PROOF OF SERVICE STATE OF MICHIGAN ) } ss. COUNTY OF OAKLAND) Aaron M. Fales, being duly sworn, deposes and says that on September / 5 2026 he served a copy of Petitioner's Petition on the parties named on the attached list. a Aaron M. Fales
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BY CERTIFIED UNITED STATES MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED: CLERK SAGINAW 1315 5. WASHINGTON AVENUE SAGINAW, MI 48601 ASSESSOR SAGINAW 1315S. WASHINGTON AVENUE SAGINAW, MI 48601 AND BY FIRST-CLASS UNITED STATES MAIL: CLERK SAGINAW COUNTY 111 S. MICHIGAN AVENUE SAGINAW, MI 48602-2019 DIRECTOR OF EQUALIZATION SAGINAW COUNTY 111 5. MICHIGAN AVENUE SAGINAW. Mi 48602-2019 SECRETARY OF SCHOOL BOARD SAGINAW CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 550 MILLARD STREET SAGINAW CITY, Ml 48407-1140 STATE TREASURER MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY TREASURY BUILDING 430 W. ALLEGAN $7. LANSING, Mi 48922
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR 5707 RE Holdings LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 Township Of Saginaw, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that an Entire Tribunal petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. This docket number shall be noted on the petition and the petition shall be served within 45 days of the issuance of this notice, as required by TTR 227 and MCL 205.735a, even if the petition was served when filed. A proof of service shall also be filed with the Tribunal within 45 days of the issuance of this notice evidencing the service of the petition. If you submitted a proof of service with the petition, you must still serve the petition and file a second proof of service including the docket number, pursuant to this notice. Failure to serve the petition and file a proof of service within 45 days of the issuance of the notice may result in the dismissal of this case. Under TTR 235(1), “[t]he respondent shall file an answer or responsive motion within 28 days after the date of service of the petition with noted docket number.” Failure to do so will result in Respondent being placed in default. The docket number also needs to be noted on all other documents submitted in this case. Further, the assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with statutory requirements or the Tribunals rules. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: August 13, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE | certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing
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STATE OF MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS SYSTEM
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC,
Petitioner,
MTT Docket #26-
001456
vs.
Parcel No. 23-12-4-20-2007-002
SAGINAW CHARTER TOWNSHIP,
Respondent.
/
PETITION
5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC ("Petitioner"), through its attorneys, Law Office of
Aaron M. Fales, P.C., says:
1.
Petitioner's principal office address is 30201 Orchard Lake Rd.
, Ste.
110, Farmington
Hills, MI 48334.
Petitioner is a party in interest with respect to
property taxes on real property tax parcel no. 23-12-4-20-2007-002 ("Petitioner's
Property"}, at 5709 State St., Saginaw, Ml, 48603.
2.
Respondent, SaginawPage 5
4,
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(d)
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-001456 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? No Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Proof of Service: Petition Attachment File Name: 26 - SAG T - 5707 POS Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS SYSTEM
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC,
Petitioner,
vs.
SAGINAW CHARTER TOWNSHIP,
Respondent.
/
MTT Docket #26-
Parcel No. 23-12-4-20-2007-002
PETITION
5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC (“Petitioner”), through its attorneys, Law Office of
Aaron M. Fales, P.C., says:
1.
Petitioner's principal office address is 30201 Orchard Lake Rd. , Ste.
110, Farmington Hills, MI 48334. Petitioner is a party in interest with respect to
property taxes on real property tax parcel no. 23-12-4-20-2007-002 ("Petitioner's
Property"), at 5709 State St., Saginaw, MI, 48603.
2.
Respondent, Saginaw Township assesses and collects property taxes
on Petitioner's Property.
3.
In 2026, Respondent determined the taxable value of Petitioner's
Property to be $817,100 and assessed Petitioner's Property at $817,100 resulting in
a state equalized value of the same amount based on the tenative equalization
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4. Petitioner's Property is classified as Commercial Real Property. Petitioner's Property is commercial property. Petitioner believes that Petitioner's Property was designed to be used as a commercial purposes. 5. This matter involves issues relating to: (a) valuation, (b) assessment, (c) taxable value, and (d) uniformity. 6. At this time, Petitioner believes, as it relates to taxable value, that there is a dispute relative to the value of a loss. 7. The 2026 assessment, including state equalized value and taxable value, imposed on Petitioner's Property, and the taxes to be levied and collected thereon, are invalid and unlawful and operate as a fraud upon the taxpayer for the reasons that: (a) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (b) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, are at higher percentages of true cash value than permissible under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (c) The assessment, including taxable value and/or state equalized value, are based upon an erroneous determination of the true cash value of that portion of Petitioner's Property that is taxable under Michigan law, and are based upon the application of wrong principles; and,
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(d) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, and the mode of assessment adopted by Respondent, discriminate against Petitioner and deny Petitioner its constitutional rights to uniformity, equal protection and due process of law. WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests that the Tax Tribunal enter an Order reducing the 2026 taxable value of Petitioner's Property from $817,100 to $400,000, and reducing the 2026 assessed and state equalized values of Petitioner's Property from $817,100 to $400,000, and requiring Respondent to pay Petitioner the refunds attributable to such reductions, plus interest and costs. Dated: May 26, 2026 Respectfully submitted, LAW OFFICE OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. Attorney for Petitioner By: _________________________ Aaron M. Fales (P72864) 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350 Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 767-9840
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Petitioner MTT DOCKET NO. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer type: Organization Local Unit of Government First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name 5707 RE Holdings LLC Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 30201 Orchard Lake Rd. City or Town Farmington Hills State Michigan ZIP Code 48334 Telephone Number 2487679840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Aaron M.I. Last Name Fales Firm Name (if any) Law Office of Aaron M Fales, P.C. Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 330 Hamilton Row Suite 350 City or Town Birmingham State Michigan ZIP Code 48009 Telephone Number 248-767-9840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 3: Issue Please designate one: Valuation Section 4: Subject Property Information How many parcels are you appealing? 1 Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address] 5709 State Saginaw
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Michigan 48603 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Saginaw (SAGINAW) County Saginaw If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? (*If no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel.) N/A Section 5: Check which of the following you are appealing (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values If “Other”, please explain: Section 6: Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal Parcel Number: 23-12-4-20-2007-002 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Commercial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 817100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 817100 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 800000 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 400000 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 400000 Fee Information The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being appealed. If the State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention is: Your filing fee is: $100,000.00 and under $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00 $400.00 $Over $500,000.00 $600.00 * Plus $25.00 for each additional parcel, not to exceed a total filing fee of $2,000.00.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of an Equalization Tax Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Non-Property Tax Appeal. A fee of $150.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 5707 RE Holdings LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 Township Of Saginaw, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that an Entire Tribunal petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. This docket number shall be noted on the petition and the petition shall be served within 45 days of the issuance of this notice, as required by TTR 227 and MCL 205.735a, even if the petition was served when filed. A proof of service shall also be filed with the Tribunal within 45 days of the issuance of this notice evidencing the service of the petition. If you submitted a proof of service with the petition, you must still serve the petition and file a second proof of service including the docket number, pursuant to this notice. Failure to serve the petition and file a proof of service within 45 days of the issuance of the notice may result in the dismissal of this case. Under TTR 235(1), “[t]he respondent shall file an answer or responsive motion within 28 days after the date of service of the petition with noted docket number.” Failure to do so will result in Respondent being placed in default. The docket number also needs to be noted on all other documents submitted in this case. Further, the assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with statutory requirements or the Tribunal’s rules. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: August 13, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 5707 RE Holdings LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001456 Township Of Saginaw, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that an Entire Tribunal petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. This docket number shall be noted on the petition and the petition shall be served within 45 days of the issuance of this notice, as required by TTR 227 and MCL 205.735a, even if the petition was served when filed. A proof of service shall also be filed with the Tribunal within 45 days of the issuance of this notice evidencing the service of the petition. If you submitted a proof of service with the petition, you must still serve the petition and file a second proof of service including the docket number, pursuant to this notice. Failure to serve the petition and file a proof of service within 45 days of the issuance of the notice may result in the dismissal of this case. Under TTR 235(1), “[t]he respondent shall file an answer or responsive motion within 28 days after the date of service
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STATE OF MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS SYSTEM
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC,
Petitioner,
vs.
SAGINAW CHARTER TOWNSHIP,
Respondent.
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MTT Docket #26-
Parcel No. 23-12-4-20-2007-002
PETITION
5707 RE HOLDINGS LLC (“Petitioner”), through its attorneys, Law Office of
Aaron M. Fales, P.C., says:
1.
Petitioner's principal office address is 30201 Orchard Lake Rd. , Ste.
110, Farmington Hills, MI 48334. Petitioner is a party in interest with respect to
property taxes on real property tax parcel no. 23-12-4-20-2007-002 ("Petitioner's
Property"), at 5709 State St., Saginaw, MI, 48603.
2.
Respondent, Saginaw Township assesses and collects property taxes
on Petitioner's Property.
3.
In 2026, Respondent determined the taxable value of Petitioner's
Property to be $817,100 and assessed Petitioner's Property at $817,100 resulting in
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4. Petitioner's Property is classified as Commercial Real Property. Petitioner's Property is commercial property. Petitioner believes that Petitioner's Property was designed to be used as a commercial purposes. 5. This matter involves issues relating to: (a) valuation, (b) assessment, (c) taxable value, and (d) uniformity. 6. At this time, Petitioner believes, as it relates to taxable value, that there is a dispute relative to the value of a loss. 7. The 2026 assessment, including state equalized value and taxable value, imposed on Petitioner's Property, and the taxes to be levied and collected thereon, are invalid and unlawful and operate as a fraud upon the taxpayer for the reasons that: (a) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (b) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, are at higher percentages of true cash value than permissible under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (c) The assessment, including taxable value and/or state equalized value, are based upon an erroneous determination of the true cash value of that portion of Petitioner's Property that is taxable under Michigan law, and are based upon the application of wrong principles; and,
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(d) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, and the mode of assessment adopted by Respondent, discriminate against Petitioner and deny Petitioner its constitutional rights to uniformity, equal protection and due process of law. WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests that the Tax Tribunal enter an Order reducing the 2026 taxable value of Petitioner's Property from $817,100 to $400,000, and reducing the 2026 assessed and state equalized values of Petitioner's Property from $817,100 to $400,000, and requiring Respondent to pay Petitioner the refunds attributable to such reductions, plus interest and costs. Dated: May 26, 2026 Respectfully submitted, LAW OFFICE OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. Attorney for Petitioner By: _________________________ Aaron M. Fales (P72864) 330 Hamilton Row, Suite 350 Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 767-9840
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Petitioner MTT DOCKET NO. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer type: Organization Local Unit of Government First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name 5707 RE Holdings LLC Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 30201 Orchard Lake Rd. City or Town Farmington Hills State Michigan ZIP Code 48334 Telephone Number 2487679840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Aaron M.I. Last Name Fales Firm Name (if any) Law Office of Aaron M Fales, P.C. Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 330 Hamilton Row Suite 350 City or Town Birmingham State Michigan ZIP Code 48009 Telephone Number 248-767-9840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 3: Issue Please designate one: Valuation Section 4: Subject Property Information How many parcels are you appealing? 1 Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address] 5709 State Saginaw
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Michigan 48603 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Saginaw (SAGINAW) County Saginaw If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? (*If no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel.) N/A Section 5: Check which of the following you are appealing (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values If “Other”, please explain: Section 6: Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal Parcel Number: 23-12-4-20-2007-002 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Commercial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 817100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 817100 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 800000 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 400000 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 400000 Fee Information The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being appealed. If the State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention is: Your filing fee is: $100,000.00 and under $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00 $400.00 $Over $500,000.00 $600.00 * Plus $25.00 for each additional parcel, not to exceed a total filing fee of $2,000.00.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of an Equalization Tax Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Non-Property Tax Appeal. A fee of $150.00
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