Does Umich Ann Arbor Accepts Freshman Transfer Students?

I am currently a freshman in the UC system, but I am considering transferring to Umich next year. I understand that people typically wait until their sophomore year in college when they have 30 credits, but I have also heard that I can apply as a college freshman (and enter the school 2021 fall) with my SAT (and TOEFL as an international student) without 30 transferable credits. I couldn’t find information about this part on the website so I thought it’s better to ask.

Also, If I can apply as a freshman, is it recommended or is it a popular choice to make? And will it affect the chance of acceptance by any means?

Here is the transfer information. Closely read this page and the related links. Do a virtual transfer spotlight session, and contact a transfer AO.

https://admissions.umich.edu/apply/transfer-applicants

You should check whether Michigan will give course equivalency for the courses you took or force you to repeat them if needed for major or other requirements. There is a transfer credit database that can help you find that out.
https://admissions.umich.edu/apply/transfer-applicants/transfer-credit