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In Nova Scotia, Canada, the challenge of shuttered schools looms large for communities, school boards and politicians. But a solution is on the horizon, in the form of modular classrooms. According to the Chronicle Herald, Lunenburg County in the province has had to close two schools, with two more on […]
Modular Construction Could Provide Critical Solution Read More
New data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows more proof that the manufactured housing industry stands at the cusp of significant opportunity. According to HousingWire, existing homes stayed on the market for less time in April than in any month since 2011, but tight inventory drove a decline
As Site-Built Housing Market Drifts, Huge Opportunity for MH Rises Read More
In a conference this weekend in Roanoke, Virginia, a very important conversation was taking place about how to keep older residents in the state in their homes. According to WVTF, the topic, along with others, was discussed at the Virginia Governor’s Conference on Aging. Currently, there are one and a
Manufactured Housing – Helping Those Most In Need Read More
Both residents and operators of manufactured home communities will tell you that, if you’re around long enough, you may see anything. That was the case this past weekend in the hometown of MHProNews, Lakeland, Florida. According to The Ledger, a 19-year-old driver lost control of his vehicle while speeding on
When You Manage a Community Long Enough Read More
Noteworthy headlines on – CNNMoney – Fox fires back at illegal electronic surveillance allegations. BMW plans for a future where nobody buys cars. Fed signals June rate hike likely. Vermont governor rejects recreational pot bill. Some bullets from Fox Business – CBO: House-approved health care bill to lower premiums, stabilize
UMH, Nobility Spike, MHCV Dips Again, Broader Markets Rise on Fed News Read More
Today is a big day in the history of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), as it heads to an appeals court in a case brought by PHH Corp. That case could completely reshape the organization. As Daily Business News readers are already aware, critics of the CFPB point to
Is it Judgment Day for the CFPB? Read More
The Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform (MHARR) tells MHProNews that the organization has succeeded in winning a delay of the effective date(s) of the Formaldehyde Emissions Standards for Composite Wood Products final rule published by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in December 2016. The EPA announced the
MHARR: EPA Action on Formaldehyde Rule Read More
Never one to pull punches, Equity LifeStyle Properties Chairman Sam Zell, out promoting his new book “Am I Being Too Subtle,” shared some handy words of wisdom. According to Business Insider, when it comes to getting to know people, Zell is all about movement. “Today I could probably get just
Zell: “I Try to be Right 60 or 70 Percent of the Time” Read More
LCI Industries (formerly Drew Industries), a supplier of components for the leading original equipment manufacturers of recreational vehicles (“RVs”) and adjacent industries, and the related aftermarkets of those industries, tells MHProNews that it has acquired Lexington, LLC for $40 million. Based in Elkhart, Indiana, Lexington manufactures high quality seating solutions
LCI Industries Makes Major Move Read More
Noteworthy headlines on – CNNMoney – Thousands of Venezuelans fleeing to the U.S. Senate Dems pledge to force release of ethics waivers. Uber stiffed NYC drivers in multimillion-dollar mistake. Amazon hit by protests over ads on Breitbart. Some bullets from Fox Business – Trump budget saves taxpayer money by weeding
Skyline, ELS Gain, MHCV Dips, Broader Markets Jump as Trump Budget Arrives Read More
While various narratives continue from talking heads and media pundits about President Donald Trump’s lack of progress, the numbers don’t lie. As the Daily Business News covered in a feature story yesterday, while President Trump continues to make progress, including the lowest unemployment rate in decades, and the highest consumer,
Trump’s Negative News Coverage Belies Public’s Positive Pesky Facts Read More
In Maryland, a number of residents are losing a place to live. According to the Star Democrat, the owners of the Talbot Trailer Park in Easton informed the county council of its plans last week, due to financial and regulatory challenges surrounding sewage disposal. The majority of the community is
Manufactured Home Community Faces the Music Read More
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) tells MHProNews that in a meeting last week, the organization told House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady (R-TX) that small business owners expect comprehensive tax reform this year and that it must feature parity for businesses of every size. “Tax reform
NFIB Sounds off to Washington on Tax Reform Read More
The Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform (MHARR) tells MHProNews that it has formally called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to withdraw certification requirements contained in its December 2016 Formaldehyde Emissions Standards for Composite Wood Products rule. MHARR contends the rule discriminates against manufactured housing and manufactured housing producers.
MHARR to the EPA: Withdraw Discriminatory Formaldehyde Mandate Read More
Noteworthy headlines on – CNNMoney – Ford CEO Mark Fields is out. Defense stocks at record highs on Trump-Saudi deal. Saudi Arabia pledges $20B for U.S. infrastructure. Saudi-Softbank tech fund nears $100 billion target. Some bullets from Fox Business – What to expect from Trump’s budget. Trump says concerns about
Cavco Spikes, Skyline Plummets, Broader Markets Rise on Trump Trip Momentum Read More
In Manitoba, Canada, a company called Mini Homes of Manitoba has been working for nearly two years to make tiny home living legal in the province According to the Winnipeg Free Press, the goal for company co-founders Anita Munn and her husband, Darrell Manuliak, is to start a tiny home
Tiny Homes Make Moves North of the Border Read More
In California, the San Francisco Bay Area is known as a technology hub and a center of activism. In the city of San Jose, the city council made a move last week that could make it known for something else. According to the San Jose Mercury News, the council voted
Victory for Residents or Erosion of Rights? A City Takes Action Read More
Our theme for this month: Magnificent May. Our featured articles are now available on the MHProNews.com home page. To see the line-up of over 3-dozen featured articles for this month, along with the headline commentary, please click the link above. Manufactured, modular and prefabricated home professionals know that how a home got
For Robbie Antonio of Revolution Precrafted Homes, it’s all about unicorns. Unicorns, as in startup companies that are valued at $1 billion. What’s his plan? To be the Ikea of homebuilding, delivering prefabs, created by world-renowned architects at affordable prices. “We try to really be a plug-and-play [real-estate] company that
Ikea for Homebuilding? Revolution Precrafted Eyes Unicorn Status Read More
In a story that has put the importance of good governance front and center, manufactured home residents in Ohio, along with the Ohio Manufactured Homes Association (OMHA) urged state senators to keep the Ohio Manufactured Homes Commission (OMHC) active. As Daily Business News readers are already aware, the Ohio House
OMHA, Manufactured Home Residents Ratchet Up Pressure Read More
