Michael De Santa is finally stepping into GTA Online, and unlike the other story mode protagonists, his arrival isn’t immediate or automatic. With the A Safehouse in the Hills update released in December 2025, Rockstar added a brand-new mission featuring Michael, fully voiced by Ned Luke. But before you can play Home Sweet Home, you’ll need to meet a few specific conditions.
If you’re wondering why Michael isn’t calling you yet, or what you might be missing, here’s a complete and clear breakdown of how to unlock and start his mission in GTA Online.
On this page :
- How to unlock Michael’s mission in GTA Online
- Completing the KnoWay Out missions
- How to start the Home Sweet Home mission
- What happens once the mission starts
- FAQ – Michael’s mission in GTA Online
How to unlock Michael’s mission in GTA Online
To access Michael’s mission, you must complete two mandatory requirements. Skipping either one will prevent the mission from triggering.
1. Buy a mansion from Prix Luxury Real Estate
First, you need to own one mansion introduced in the Safehouse in the Hills update. These properties are available through the Prix Luxury Real Estate website and come with a very high price tag, each costing over $11 million.
You can choose between:
- Tongva Estate
- Vinewood Residence
- Richman Villa
Which one you buy doesn’t affect the mission itself, but it does matter for where certain events take place. Michael is introduced as one of your neighbors, and your mansion is the central location for the mission.
2. Complete all five KnoWay Out missions for Avi Schwartzman
The second requirement is finishing all five setup missions given by Avi Schwartzman, collectively known as KnoWay Out. These missions revolve around a small heist and must all be completed before Michael’s content becomes available.
The five missions are:
- Negative Press
- Inside Job
- Tunnel Vision
- Trash Talking
- A Clean Break
You can complete these missions before or after buying your mansion. The order doesn’t matter, as long as both requirements are fulfilled.
Once the fifth mission is done, you’re officially eligible for Michael’s mission—but it still won’t start instantly.
How to start the Home Sweet Home mission
After completing the requirements, the mission doesn’t trigger right away. There’s a short waiting phase that relies on in-game time and player movement.
Here’s how it works:
- Leave your mansion and roam around Los Santos
- After some time, Avi will call you on your phone
- The delay is random—it can take a few minutes or much longer
If the call doesn’t come, try leaving the area, doing something else, then returning later. There’s no known way to force the call to happen faster.
What happens once the mission starts
When Avi finally calls, you’ll be directed toward his van, marked by a small icon on your map. As you head there, the situation suddenly escalates.
Midway through the drive:
- Avi warns you that something’s wrong
- Your assistant alerts you to intruders at your mansion
- You’re told to return home immediately
Once you reach your property, the Home Sweet Home mission officially begins. The structure and encounters vary slightly depending on which mansion you own, but Michael plays a major role throughout the mission.
Completing the mission for the first time rewards you with $500,000, and the ending strongly hints at future GTA Online content that could involve Michael again.
You can replay the mission afterward, but the cash reward only applies on your first completion.
Summary
If Michael’s mission isn’t showing up yet, double-check these points:
- You own a Prix Luxury Real Estate mansion
- All five KnoWay Out missions are completed
- You’ve waited long enough for Avi’s call
Once everything is in place, Home Sweet Home will trigger naturally as you move around the city. No extra menus, no hidden prompts—just patience and a fully prepared setup.
Michael is officially back in Los Santos. Now you know exactly how to meet him.
Frequently Asked Questions – Michael’s Mission in GTA Online
Do I need to buy a mansion to play Michael’s mission?
Yes. Owning a Prix Luxury Real Estate mansion is mandatory. Even if you complete all the KnoWay Out missions, the Home Sweet Home mission will not trigger unless you own one of the new mansions.
Can I complete the KnoWay Out missions before buying a mansion?
Yes. You can finish all five KnoWay Out missions either before or after purchasing a mansion. The order doesn’t matter, but you must have both requirements completed to unlock Michael’s mission.
How long does it take for Avi to call after finishing the setup missions?
There’s no fixed timer. Avi’s call is randomly delayed and can take anywhere from a few minutes to over an hour of in-game time. Roaming around Los Santos usually helps trigger it.
Why isn’t Michael’s mission starting even though I meet the requirements?
If nothing happens, try leaving your mansion area, doing another activity, then coming back later. The mission only starts after Avi’s phone call, not immediately after completing the last setup mission.
What reward do you get for completing Home Sweet Home?
Completing the mission for the first time grants $500,000. You can replay the mission afterward, but the cash reward is only paid on your first completion.
