
The Wayne County Treasurer’s Office owes thousands of Detroiters money — in some cases more than $10,000 — after profiting from tax foreclosures in violation of the state Constitution. Many of these former homeowners have no idea that recent court rulings entitle them to this money, and the deadline to claim it is just a few months away. Outlier Media and other nonprofits in Detroit are working to help residents recover what they’re owed. Here’s what you need to know — and how you can help.