Our Company

Garner Properties and Management, LLC has over 50 years of history in property management and real estate investment. Founded by Larry Garner in the mid 1950's to manage his personal real estate holdings, the company's early years were focused on managing Mr. Garner's personal portfolio. Over the decades, Mr. Garner developed proved property management strategies that have consistently provided the results investors crave for property management in Detroit. This experience was passed down to his children as he involved his family in his growing business. 

In 2003, Garner Properties & Management identified a growing need for a competent, professional management company with a sound infrastructure that could provide other investors with the proven property management strategies developed by Mr. Garner more than 50 years ago. At this time Chris Garner returned to Garner Properties & Management with his extensive background in Information Technology and business management. Utilizing an aggressive marketing campaign and established business practices, the company invested in cutting edge technologies that have allowed Garner Properties & Management to provide unparalleled client services.

Our proven property management strategies, coupled with our unparalleled client services have driven Garner Properties & Management, LLC to the largest single-family, property management company in the Detroit metropolitan area. With expansion of our services into multi-family and commercial buildings, we are positioned for unprecedented growth and will continue to provide outstanding service to our clients.

Our Team

Larry Garner     The president and founder of our company purchased his first investment property at the age of 18. In the last 50 years he has accumulated a lifetime of knowledge and experience in property management and investing. His philosophy of "treat every property we manage like it is one we own" is the cornerstone of our companies' philosophy and our success. Larry has developed a number of successful businesses and is a leading member in the community. Larry is a 20 year member of the Taylor Rotary and an active member of his church.

Chris Garner - Having spent his early years working on rental homes and learning from his Dad's lessons, he truly grew up in the business. Chris is dedicated to building the business and servicing our clients. Chris has a degree in business from Ferris State and has nearly fifteen years of experience in marketing and technology.

April Lucas - Accountant and Office manager. April has over 10 years experience in the accounting field and is in charge of keeping our office running smoothly and efficiently.

Mike Haas - Maintenance Supervisor is in charge of all repairs and rehab projects. He oversees a crew of 5 general labors and repairmen. Mike has been in the construction field over 20 years and has experience in all types of repairs.

The Law Offices of Aaron D. Cox, PLLC- Aaron D. Cox acts as our on-staff attorney; Aaron is in charge of all the legal proceedings for our company. In addition to his legal duties, he also assists with property management and client relations. Aaron is a graduate of Madonna University and Thomas M. Cooley Law School.

Meriya Love - Section 8 Specialist - Meriya has been with Garner Properties for over 2 years and is responsible for all Section 8 and government housing programs. She works directly with over 14 housing offices in the Detroit metro area and handles all required paperwork