Poncho & Mate LLC Petitioner V City Of Detroit Respondent
- Petitioner
- Poncho & Mate LLC
- Respondent
- City Of Detroit
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-002704-TT
- Status
- Ready Schedule
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Wayne
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Notice of Filing | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/05/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 7 | Order Setting Aside P Default | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/05/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 6 | Answer was received | RESP | Not recorded | 08/19/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | Amended Petition | Not recorded | Not recorded | 08/18/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Order of Default of Petitioner | Not recorded | Not recorded | 08/04/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 08/04/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 08/04/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 07/17/2026 | $125.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
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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 Poncho & Mate LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002704 City of Detroit, Respondent. NOTICE OF FILING TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims answer has been filed and the electronic copy of the answer can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup on the Tribunal’s website. Unless Respondent was defaulted, this case is ready to be scheduled for a Small Claims hearing and will be scheduled in the normal course of scheduling. You will receive a Notice of Hearing from the Tribunal by e-mail if you have identified an email address in the petition or other documentation. The Notice of Hearing will inform you of the date, time, and location of your hearing (note that your hearing will likely be conducted by telephone). Please read the Notice of Hearing as it includes important information. EVIDENCE: Parties are required to submit all evidence to the Tribunal and send a copy to the opposing party at least 21 days before the hearing date even if the documents had been submitted to the local Board of Review or the Michigan Department of Treasury. If the documents are not timely submitted to the Tribunal and served on the opposing party, the documents may be excluded. Documents may be filed with the Tribunal by mail or through the Tribunal’s e-filing system. Documents may be sent to the opposing party by mail or by e-mail, if the parties agree to service by e-mail. Alternate Dispute Resolution Options INFORMAL SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE: Parties have the option of handling this case through an informal settlement conference. An informal settlement conference is a meeting between the parties and/or their representatives to discuss the issues in a case in an effort to settle the case. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information. NOTE: The parties may not request an informal settlement conference to discuss an appeal of a principal residence exemption that was denied by either the Michigan Department of Treasury or a County. Also, state taxes levied by the Michigan Department of Treasury, such as income taxes, are not subject to the informal settlement conference process.
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MTT Docket No. 26-002704 Page 2 of 2 MEDIATION: Parties have the option of handling this case through mediation. Mediation is a voluntary process where a mediator facilitates communication between the parties, assists in identifying issues, and helps explore solutions to promote a mutually acceptable settlement. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information. If you have any questions, please contact the Tribunal by phone at (517) 335-9760 or email taxtrib@michigan.gov. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: 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 Poncho & Mate LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002704 City of Detroit, Respondent. NOTICE OF FILING TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims answer has been filed and the electronic copy of the answer can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup on the Tribunal’s website. Unless Respondent was defaulted, this case is ready to be scheduled for a Small Claims hearing and will be scheduled in the normal course of scheduling. You will receive a Notice of Hearing from the Tribunal by e-mail if you have identified an email address in the petition or other documentation. The Notice of Hearing will inform you of the date, time, and location of your hearing (note that your hearing will likely be conducted by telephone). Please read the Notice of Hearing as it includes important information. EVIDENCE: Parties are required to submit all evidence to the Tribunal and send a copy to the opposing party at least 21 days before the hearing date even if the documents had been submitted to the local Board of Review or the Michigan Department of
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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 Poncho & Mate LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002704 City of Detroit, Respondent. ORDER SETTING ASIDE DEFAULT The Tribunal has considered the file in this case and finds that Petitioner was held in default on August 4, 2026, and the default has been timely cured. The documents curing the default can be reviewed through the docket search function on the Tribunal’s website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib by inputting the docket number and clicking on the document link next to the line item entry for the documents. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that the Default is SET ASIDE. By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: October 5, 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 Poncho & Mate LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002704 City of Detroit, Respondent. ORDER SETTING ASIDE DEFAULT The Tribunal has considered the file in this case and finds that Petitioner was held in default on August 4, 2026, and the default has been timely cured. The documents curing the default can be reviewed through the docket search function on the Tribunal’s website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib by inputting the docket number and clicking on the document link next to the line item entry for the documents. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that the Default is SET ASIDE. By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: October 5, 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 DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Poncho & Mate LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION Vv MTT Docket No. 26-002704 City of Detroit, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner did not submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (i.e., notice of action taken by Board of Review, uncapping notice, PRE denial notice, final assessment notice, etc.), as required by TTR 279. As such, Petitioner must submit the notice within 14 days of the entry of this order. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT. IT 1S FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated above, within 14 days of the entry of this order. Failure to comply with this order will result in the defaulted party being required to file a motion to set aside the default (with appropriate filing fee). J By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: August 4, 2026 1 “A submission by mail is considered filed on the date indicated by the United States Postal Service postmark on the envelope containing the submission. A submission without a postmark or with an illegible postmark is considered filed on the date the submission is received by the tribunal. A submission by commercial delivery service is considered filed on the date the submission is given to the commercial service for delivery to the tribunal as indicated by the receipt date on the package containing the submission. A submission by personal service is considered filed on the date the submission is received. A submission through the tribunal's e-filing system by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission by email to the email address designated by the tribunal by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a holiday is considered filed on the following business day, as provided by section 35a of the tax tribunal act, MCL 205.735a.” TTR 225(5). 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
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MTT Docket No. 26-002704 Page 2 of 2 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 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 DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS ORLENE HAWKS GOVERNOR
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL ANSWER FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. 26-002704 Respondent’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Local Unit of Government Local Unit of Government: City of Detroit (Wayne) First Name M.I. Last Name Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) City or Town State ZIP Code Telephone Number E-mail Address Respondent’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information, if any: First Name Isaac M.I. Last Name Degraffenreid Firm Name (if any) city of detroit Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 2 woodward ave ste 824 City or Town detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48226 Telephone Number 3132243035 E-mail Address isaacdegraffenreid4919@gmail.com Subject Property Information: Are the parcels listed by Petitioner contiguous or adjoining? If no, list all parcels that are adjoining in separate groupings. *If necessary, attach a separate sheet. N/A Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of 50% or more? No
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Please Explain Your Answer to this Appeal: The subject property is a 1 story single family home located in the ECF neighborhood Crary/St Marys. A sales analysis has been completed and supported the respondent true cash value. The property uncapped in 2025 due to Proposal A. The petitoner received a reduction due to the garage being removed. The property is fairly and equitably assessed. Jurisdictional Issues: IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE TRUE CASH AND/OR TAXABLE VALUES: Did Petitioner protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review Petitioner attended: March If No, was the Notice of Assessment properly sent to Petitioner prior to the March Board of Review? *Submit a copy of the Notice of Assessment with the Answer. If the July or December Board of Review revised the assessment(s) at issue, did it have authority? If yes, please cite the Board’s authority? Was the assessment(s) at issue established as the result of a clerical error or mutual mistake of fact? No If yes, please explain Is Petitioner appealing from a State Tax Commission Order? No If yes, when was it issued? IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE UNCAPPING OF TAXABLE VALUE: When was the Notice of Uncapping issued? Under what statutory section was the taxable value uncapped?
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Valuation Information: Parcel Identification Number: 22051907 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 48100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 44879 What do you believe is the fair market value? 96314 What do you believe is the taxable value? 44872 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Respondent’s Signature: /s/ isaac degraffenreid Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature: /s/
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Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Avenue, Suite 105 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 628-0722 Fax: (313) 224-4576 www.detroitmi.gov 04/06/2026 Adjustment granted due to market and/or condition. A Michigan Tax Tribunal appeal must be made by May 31st of the current year for properties classified as: Commercial Real, Industrial Real, Commercial Personal, Industrial Personal and Utility Personal Property. A Michigan Tax Tribunal appeal must be made by July 31st of the current year for Residential Real Property Classification. A property Classification appeal may only be made for the current year. Such appeal may be filed with the State Tax Commission, PO Box 30471, Lansing, MI 48909-7971 by June 30th of the current year. Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing MI 48909 CONCLUSION: Principle Residence Exemption: The March Board of Review considered (if any) petitioner's and/or duly authorized representative evidence and/or testimony. The March Board of Review considered facts presented as on the assessment roll and/or any recommendations offered by the Office of the Assessor. 6. 7. 6. 5. 4. 3. 2. 22051907. 1. FINDING OF FACTS: The March Board of Review has considered the appeal on the 2026 assessment for the below described property and concluded that: 01 PONCHO & MATE LLC District: 1 2200 HUNT ST STE 4742 DETROIT MI 48207 RE: MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW PETITION NUMBER: 2026 M-005647 Parcel Number: Property Address: 16604 WINTHROP Property Classification: 401 (RESIDENTIAL-IMPROVED) Ad Valorem Property Legal Description: Petitioner timely filed an appeal to the March Board of Review. Before Appeal After Appeal 2026 Assessed Value 51,700 48,100 2026 Taxable Value 48,577 44,879 If you are dissatisfied with the decision of the March Board of Review, submit this notice and complete the enclosed small claims form to appeal to: Sincerely, City of Detroit Board of Review E WINTHROP 664 INGLEWOOD PARK SUB NO 4 L53 P24 PLATS, W C R 22/192 40 X 175.20
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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: 26-002704 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Amended Petition Attachment File Name: MBOR Letters Granted 16004 WINTHROP Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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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 Poncho & Mate LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002704 City of Detroit, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner did not submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (i.e., notice of action taken by Board of Review, uncapping notice, PRE denial notice, final assessment notice, etc.), as required by TTR 279. As such, Petitioner must submit the notice within 14 days of the entry of this order. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated above, within 14 days of the entry of this order.1 Failure to comply with this order will result in the defaulted party being required to file a motion to set aside the default (with appropriate filing fee). By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: August 4, 2026 1 “A submission by mail is considered filed on the date indicated by the United States Postal Service postmark on the envelope containing the submission. A submission without a postmark or with an illegible postmark is considered filed on the date the submission is received by the tribunal. A submission by commercial delivery service is considered filed on the date the submission is given to the commercial service for delivery to the tribunal as indicated by the receipt date on the package containing the submission. A submission by personal service is considered filed on the date the submission is received. A submission through the tribunal’s e-filing system by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission by email to the email address designated by the tribunal by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a holiday is considered filed on the following business day, as provided by section 35a of the tax tribunal act, MCL 205.735a.” TTR 225(5).
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MTT Docket No. 26-002704 Page 2 of 2 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 Poncho & Mate LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002704 City of Detroit, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner did not submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (i.e., notice of action taken by Board of Review, uncapping notice, PRE denial notice, final assessment notice, etc.), as required by TTR 279. As such, Petitioner must submit the notice within 14 days of the entry of this order. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated above, within 14 days of the entry of this order.2 Failure to comply with this order will result in the defaulted party being required to file a motion to set aside the default (with appropriate filing fee). By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: August 4, 2026 2 “A submission by mail is considered filed on the date indicated by the United States Postal Service postmark on the envelope containing the submission. A submission without a postmark or with an illegible postmark is considered filed on the date the submission is received by the tribunal. A submission by commercial delivery service is considered filed on the date the submission is given to the commercial service for delivery to the tribunal as indicated by the receipt date on the package containing the submission. A submission by personal service is considered filed on the date the submission is received. A submission through the tribunal’s e-filing system by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission by email to the email address designated by the tribunal by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a holiday is considered filed on the following business day, as provided by section 35a of the tax tribunal act, MCL 205.735a.” TTR 225(5).
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2025008336
L: 59277 P: 68
WD
01/03/2025 01:51:24 PM Total Pages: 2
Bernard J. Youngblood, Register of Deeds - Wayne County, Mi
ELECTRONICALLY RECORDED
MICHIGAN REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX
Wayne County County Tax Stamp #716820
01/03/2025
Receipt# 25-7723
L: 69277 P: 68
State Tax: $667.50 County Tax: $97.90
Warranty Deed
The Grantor(s), Hemera LLC, by Enzo Isoldi. Authorized Signor, whose address is 2200 Hunt St Ste
474, Detroit, MI 48207. Convey(s) and Warrant(s) to Poncho & Mate LLC, whose address is 2200
Hunt St Ste 474 Detroit, MI 48207. the following described premises:
Land situated in the City of Detroit, County of Wayne, State of Michigan, described as follows:
Lot 664, Inglewood Park Subdivision No. 4, as recorded in Liber 53, Page 24 of Plats, Wayne
County Records,
More commonly known as: 16604 Winthrop, Detroit, MI 48235
Tax Parcel No: 22051907.
For the [ull consideration of Eighty Nine Thousand and 00/100 Dotlar(s), ($89,000.00)
subject to existing building and use restriction, zoning ordinance and easements if any.
Together with all and singular the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenances thereunto belonging or
in anywise appertaining thereto.
Subject to easements and vesirictions of record, zoning laws and ordinances affecting the premises, and
rights of the public and of any governmental entity in any part thereof taken, used or deeded for street,
road, right of way, or highway purposes, and subject {0 taxes and future installments of special
assessments payable hereafier.
Dated: 11/27/24
This is to certify that there are no delinquent property taxes owed to our office on
this property for five years prior to the date of the Instrument. No representation is
made as to the status of any tax liens or or titles owed to any other entities.
Taxes in process of local collection or before PRE denial are NOT EXAMINED.
Eric R Sabre,
Wayne County Treasurer
No. E-181973
Date: 01/03/2025
Clerk: MW
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2025008336 Page 2of2 Hemera LLC se l=r120 [sold Enzo Isoldi Authorized Signor Michigan STATEOF — comb Ma COUNTY OF _ Jamie L. Naiman I, , 2 Notary Public of the County and State first above written, do hereby certify that Hemera LLC, by Enzo Isoldi, Authorized Signor, personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged the due execution of the foregoing instrument. Witness my hand and official seal, this the 11/27/24 JAMIE NAIMAN 7 Notary Public, State of Michigan Ci = County of Macomb My Commission Expires Nov 25, 2026 Notary Public My Commission Expires: Remotely Notarized with audio/video via Simplifile Prepared by: Enzo Isoldi, Authorized Signor Assisted by: Hemera LLC Regions Title Agency, LLC 2200 Hunt St Ste 474 560 Kirts Blvd Ste 115 Detroit, MI 48207 Troy, MI 48084 File #241290 When recorded mail to: Poncho & Mate LLC 2200 Hunt St Ste 474 Detroit, MI 48207
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1 of 3 PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Organization Local Unit of Government: First Name M.I. Last Name PONCHO & MATE LLC Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 2200 Hunt St City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48207 Telephone Number 3136265215 E-mail Address vbrugna@eastpatagonia.com Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information, if any: First Name Valentin M.I. Last Name Brugna Firm Name (if any) East Patagonia LLC Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 2200 Hunt St City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48207 Telephone Number 3136265215 E-mail Address vbrugna@eastpatagonia.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? 1 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel N/A Property Address (No., Street) 16604 Winthrop
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 2 of 3 City or Town detroit County Wayne State Michigan ZIP Code 48235 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Detroit Finance Department Income Tax Division Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Uncapping of Taxable Value Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal: AV and TV for 2026 period is out of range and excessive, does not reflect TCV. Property has no garage. Property condition must be adjusted to average. Neighboring comparable parcels have less AV and less TV, thus pay less property tax. Please adjust. Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review you attended: March If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Year(s) Under Appeal: 2026 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 22051907. Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 48100
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 3 of 3 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 44879 What do you believe is the fair market value? 75000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 37500 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 37500 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Valentin Brugna Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature: /s/ Fee Information: If you do not have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition, you are required to pay a filing fee for the filing of this appeal. 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. Property tax appeal: Residential** Non-Residential SEV or TV in contention* Filing fee*** Filing Fee** $100,000 or less...........................................................................................$ 125.00 $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00.........................................................................$ 200.00 N/A More than $500,000…..................................................................................$ 300.00 N/A Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition? No
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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 Poncho & Mate LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002704 City of Detroit, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: August 4, 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 Poncho & Mate LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002704 City of Detroit, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: August 4, 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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2025008336
L: 59277 P: 68
WD
01/03/2025 01:51:24 PM Total Pages: 2
Bernard J. Youngblood, Register of Deeds - Wayne County, Mi
ELECTRONICALLY RECORDED
MICHIGAN REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX
Wayne County County Tax Stamp #716820
01/03/2025
Receipt# 25-7723
L: 69277 P: 68
State Tax: $667.50 County Tax: $97.90
Warranty Deed
The Grantor(s), Hemera LLC, by Enzo Isoldi. Authorized Signor, whose address is 2200 Hunt St Ste
474, Detroit, MI 48207. Convey(s) and Warrant(s) to Poncho & Mate LLC, whose address is 2200
Hunt St Ste 474 Detroit, MI 48207. the following described premises:
Land situated in the City of Detroit, County of Wayne, State of Michigan, described as follows:
Lot 664, Inglewood Park Subdivision No. 4, as recorded in Liber 53, Page 24 of Plats, Wayne
County Records,
More commonly known as: 16604 Winthrop, Detroit, MI 48235
Tax Parcel No: 22051907.
For the [ull consideration of Eighty Nine Thousand and 00/100 Dotlar(s), ($89,000.00)
subject to existing building and use restriction, zoning ordinance and easements if any.
Together with all and singular the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenances thereunto belonging or
in anywise appertaining thereto.
Subject to easements and vesirictions of record, zoning laws and ordinances affecting the premises, and
rights of the public and of any governmental entity in any part thereof taken, used or deeded for street,
road, right of way, or highway purposes, and subject {0 taxes and future installments of special
assessments payable hereafier.
Dated: 11/27/24
This is to certify that there are no delinquent property taxes owed to our office on
this property for five years prior to the date of the Instrument. No representation is
made as to the status of any tax liens or or titles owed to any other entities.
Taxes in process of local collection or before PRE denial are NOT EXAMINED.
Eric R Sabre,
Wayne County Treasurer
No. E-181973
Date: 01/03/2025
Clerk: MW
au 1240Page 2
2025008336 Page 2of2 Hemera LLC se l=r120 [sold Enzo Isoldi Authorized Signor Michigan STATEOF — comb Ma COUNTY OF _ Jamie L. Naiman I, , 2 Notary Public of the County and State first above written, do hereby certify that Hemera LLC, by Enzo Isoldi, Authorized Signor, personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged the due execution of the foregoing instrument. Witness my hand and official seal, this the 11/27/24 JAMIE NAIMAN 7 Notary Public, State of Michigan Ci = County of Macomb My Commission Expires Nov 25, 2026 Notary Public My Commission Expires: Remotely Notarized with audio/video via Simplifile Prepared by: Enzo Isoldi, Authorized Signor Assisted by: Hemera LLC Regions Title Agency, LLC 2200 Hunt St Ste 474 560 Kirts Blvd Ste 115 Detroit, MI 48207 Troy, MI 48084 File #241290 When recorded mail to: Poncho & Mate LLC 2200 Hunt St Ste 474 Detroit, MI 48207
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1 of 3 PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Organization Local Unit of Government: First Name M.I. Last Name PONCHO & MATE LLC Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 2200 Hunt St City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48207 Telephone Number 3136265215 E-mail Address vbrugna@eastpatagonia.com Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information, if any: First Name Valentin M.I. Last Name Brugna Firm Name (if any) East Patagonia LLC Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 2200 Hunt St City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48207 Telephone Number 3136265215 E-mail Address vbrugna@eastpatagonia.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? 1 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel N/A Property Address (No., Street) 16604 Winthrop
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 2 of 3 City or Town detroit County Wayne State Michigan ZIP Code 48235 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Detroit Finance Department Income Tax Division Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Uncapping of Taxable Value Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal: AV and TV for 2026 period is out of range and excessive, does not reflect TCV. Property has no garage. Property condition must be adjusted to average. Neighboring comparable parcels have less AV and less TV, thus pay less property tax. Please adjust. Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review you attended: March If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Year(s) Under Appeal: 2026 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 22051907. Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 48100
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 3 of 3 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 44879 What do you believe is the fair market value? 75000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 37500 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 37500 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Valentin Brugna Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature: /s/ Fee Information: If you do not have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition, you are required to pay a filing fee for the filing of this appeal. 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. Property tax appeal: Residential** Non-Residential SEV or TV in contention* Filing fee*** Filing Fee** $100,000 or less...........................................................................................$ 125.00 $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00.........................................................................$ 200.00 N/A More than $500,000…..................................................................................$ 300.00 N/A Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition? No
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