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This report will blend three elements. One is a release to the Daily Business News on MHProNews from Cavco Industries. Two, are select graphics and commentary. But we will begin with the following exclusive. An attorney spoke off-the-record to MHProNews one who has been tracking the drama at Cavco […]
Cavco Industries (CVCO) Officials Issue Several Warnings Read More
It is entirely unclear to the objective, independent mind how someone can view their own profession through a purely myopic lens. The affordable housing industry’s hidden gems are arguably manufactured homes. Yet the industry is underperforming at a time when the need and demand for affordable homes are high. Further,
A new report by CoreLogic revealed a perhaps surprising find to some. Higher priced homes gained in value the least, while the lowest priced tier of homes gained in value the most in their tracked period. Some bullets from CoreLogic: National prices increased 4.7 percent year over year in December.
Lower Priced Homes Increase Most, Per Latest Housing Data from CoreLogic Read More
Storm drains used for human waste. Piles of garbage. Rats with fleas – roaming through and over people living on city streets – that are spreading typhus. A historic account from the so-called middle ages? No. Welcome to Los Angeles, in 2019 where 55,000 are homeless “due to the
Real Rats and Disease – Not Metaphors – Where’s Manufactured Housing Industry Leadership? Read More
We’ll look at some data points this evening, just a few hours ahead of President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union. That will be our featured focus for this evening. If you’re new, already hooked on our new spotlight feature – or are ready to get the MH
Data Points Ahead of SOTU, Plus Manufactured Housing Market Updates Read More
The Daily Business News on MHProNews starts this report with the release from the Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform (MHARR) on the new HUD Code manufactured home shipment data for December 2018. We will then turn to some additional analysis and commentary on the closing totals for 2018.
There’s been more coverage here on the Daily Business News on MHProNews than any other trade media in manufactured housing about the topic of opportunity zones. Those opportunity zones are now law. They hold the promise of years of potential investment magnets in areas across the country that are
Economic Opportunities Loom, Infrastructure and Opportunity Zones Read More
Depending on what networks or news sources one turns to, there is uptalk and recession-fear lingo that’s been tossed around for months. So, in our evening market report, it makes sense to periodically glance at what hedge funds, investors, and other experts have to say about the subject. On a
In December, the Daily Business News on MHProNews provided insights and details about the purchase by Equity LifeStyle Properties (NYSE:ELS) of their reported $70 million dollar acquisition of Palm Lake Co-op. The community is now known as Palm Lake Estates, in Riviera Beach, Palm Beach County, FL. Sam Zell’s ELS
Attorneys learn to think systematically. So too do engineers, philosophers, mathematicians, MDs, and other scientists. Ideally, attorneys and other thinkers consider not only their own position, but other perspectives too. The better an attorney understands their opponent’s argument(s), the more effective they can be in representing their client’s interests. It
Stating the obvious can bring clarity to any subject. Objectivity is necessary in the affordable housing sector, as well as the manufactured home segment of housing. Businesses and investors act upon reality, or what they think is reality. More broadly, objectivity – the search for truth vs. a
Sidney Powell, JD, Former Federal Prosecutor on “Licensed to Lie” Read More
Among the featured reports below is a surprising look at possible points of agreement between Senator Elizabeth Warren – a 2020 Democratic Presidential hopeful – and President Donald J. Trump (GOP). If so, it’s arguably a big plus for our industry, consumers, and nation. See that on What’s New
Can Close Reading of Facts Bring Left & Right Together for MHVille, Nation? Read More
This Saturday morning’s data points will be simple, yet profound. The Daily Business News on MHProNews begins with the current estimated totals for all U.S. Housing sales for 2018. The total dollar volumes for the chart below uses data collected on 1.31.2019, from the sources as noted. Regular MHProNews
New 2019 U.S. Housing Infographic with Manufactured Home Data Points Read More
The partial federal shutdown, now over, delayed several reports, like the one that follows. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) press room provided the Daily Business News on MHProNews select highlights of what they point to as Carson’s accomplishments. Given the Manufactured Housing Institute
HUD Secretary Ben Carson Touts 2018 Accomplishments, Highlights Read More
From the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) – and commentary by media across the left-right media spectrum – the word heard is a surprisingly strong showing for new jobs, and labor force participation rates. On a day that most markets rose, and there were more gainers then losers for manufactured
“Throwback,” BLS Reports New Records, Plus Manufactured Housing Market Update$ Read More
Whatever your thoughts are on the 45th President, one thing is certain. He seems to have a knack for being able to toss in a media narrative conversation changer, often when it is least expected. That’s what happened earlier today, when word came out that former GOP presidential hopeful, talk
President Trump Considering Herman Cain for Fed, Manufactured Housing Stock Update$ Read More
There has been broad industry interest and concerns over the documents and video that Tim Williams at 21st Mortgage Corp, Kevin Clayton at Clayton Homes, and Warren Buffett at Berkshire Hathaway have failed to explain away — or even try. This was initially going to be a report
CFPB and 21st, Second Shoe Drops? Flooring w/21st Mortgage Corp? Insider Tips Read More
Sources who retail homes produced by CMH and/or are connected to Clayton Homes in other ways have told MHProNews about wholesale customer experiences that have caused independents concerns. Anecdotal stories will illustrate the various concerns of independents who sell CMH product. ‘I get [retail] customers who shop us, and have or
Independent Clayton Retailers – Insiders, High Cost of Going Along to Get Along? Read More
“Manipulation is intentional conduct designed to deceive investors by controlling or artificially affecting the market for a security,” says the SEC website. “Market manipulation. Market manipulation is a type of market abuse where there is a deliberate attempt to interfere with the free and fair operation of the market
Market Manipulation, What Does the Law Say? Read More
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell spoke today on the state of the U.S. economy, rates, and more. On a day when and the Fed announced their decision to leave interest rates unchanged, stocks soared, and gainers among track stocks outpaced decliners. Our evening focus tonight will be on Chairman Powell’s
