Keith Ellison (D-MN) has introduced The Energy Efficient Manufactured Homes Act of 2017 (H.R. 515), which proposes to enable economically vulnerable families to live in safe, affordable and energy-efficient homes. “There are as many as two million families who live in outdated energy-inefficient manufactured homes built more than two decades ago,” […]
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A new report notes that Skyline Homes is joining the ranks of those leading-the-charge in manufactured housing by providing a rich, multi-media shopping experience for new home seekers. The report on MHLivingNews cites research by Contactually and the National Association of Realtors – underscoring how Sunshine Homes, Clayton Homes and
Leading by Example in Digital Home Shopping Experience Read More
Clayton Homes, a subsidiary of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway (BRK/A) has announced its commitment to make the home buying process an outstanding experience for customers during every single step. With the release of a news infographic, They can now guide the customer through the experience of shopping for a home. The
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Revolution PreCrafted Homes, led by high-end Filipino real estate developer Robbie Antonio, has come up with a list of nine tips for potential homebuyers looking to make a purchase this year. “Not everyone is keen on investing in a new home. Some people may feel comfortable renting an apartment while
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The Christmas spirit is alive and well around the nation in the manufactured housing industry this season. Michael A. McClendon runs a nonprofit outreach organization, Whatever It Takes, that was designed to help homeless men. Then, a woman approached him in need with her two children. Her husband had beaten
Christmas! Business Donates Manufactured Homes to Those in Need Read More
Although an article in The Advocate from Oct. 16, 2016 states Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) manufactured housing units (MHUs) targeted to survivors of flooding in August in Louisiana cost around $100,000 to build, transport and install, a current article in the same publication states FEMA is paying $129,200 for
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As another winter arrives and the weather cools, people make a mad dash for heaters and fireplaces. This of course can be dangerous if those options are not used or maintained properly. According to News-Press Now, an example of that danger occurred early Wednesday morning In St. Joseph, Missouri when
As Winter Approaches, Fire Safety Facts and Myths Take Center Stage Read More
Al Kemp, the Executive Director of the Manufactured Home Park Owners Alliance of British Columbia has an important message: “Trailers haul beer. Manufactured homes provide housing for people.” When talking about them to the public, or to elected officials, that’s the first item that he likes to clear up. Instead of
No Longer “Trailer Trash” – Manufactured Homes are Quality Affordable Housing Read More
In South Carolina, it’s manufactured housing to the rescue. According to WLTX19, the South Carolina Disaster Recovery Office has received a $96 million grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which they plan to use to assist people impacted by floods in October. The recovery program is
Flood Recovery Grant to Help Flood Victims with Manufactured Homes Read More
TD Securities and Scotiabank have both reiterated their positive ratings for Killam Properties Inc. (KMP.UN). TD Securities issued a note to investors on November 3rd, restating its “buy” rating for the company’s stock, with a price target of C$15.00. Scotiabank also restated their “perform” rating on Killam in a report
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UMH Properties, Inc. has successfully completed the $16.3 million refinancing of its Fairview Manor community through Wells Fargo Bank, N. A. The loan, from the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac), has a 10-year maturity with principal repayments based on a 30-year amortization schedule. Interest is set at 3.85 percent
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The Novi Home Show took place October 14th-16th in Novi, Michigan and featured six different manufactured home models, courtesy of the Michigan Manufactured Housing Association (MMHA) as a part of the Suburban Collection Showplace. Billed as “a show within a show,” nearly 5000 people had a chance to tour models from
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Manufactured housing professionals know the benefits of living in a manufactured home. But tens of millions in the public have little or no clue. That high value proposition can include pre-HUD Code mobile homes, as well as post code manufactured housing. So there is on ongoing need for manufactured housing
Extreme Makeover: “Mobile Home Edition” Read More
October is Fire Safety Month — for good reason. The risk of fire rises significantly in fall and winter and fire prevention experts are working overtime to get the word out on special hazards of the season. According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI), more home fires occur during
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Portsmouth, NH assistant mayor Jim Splaine is doing what he can to put an end to the stigma that’s often felt by people who live in manufactured homes. Too often, the areas where manufactured homeowners live are referred to as “trailer parks,” reports seacoastonline’s Jeff McMenemy. “I think it does
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In South Carolina, City of Greenwood officials have decided to put a halt to the construction of manufactured homes in a section of the city being targeted for major neighborhood revitalization. City/County planner Phil Lindler cited lack of interest as the reason for the zoning change. The Greenwood City Council
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Residents in the northeast district of Hutchinson, Kansas have raised objections to a city council vote approving the seeking of a grant for the development of 16 moderate income apartments in the Hampton East area. According to the Hutchinson News, council member Jade Piros de Carvalho, who represents the northeast
Confusion, NIBMY-ism Hits Mid-American Town Read More
Commissioners in Eddy County, New Mexico have approved an ordinance that would allow officials to keep track of manufactured homes being placed in the county, according to the Carlsbad Current-Argus. Under the ordinance, which passed with a 4-1 vote, a permit would need to be sought before placing a manufactured home.
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The ongoing, difficult saga from the devastating August 2016 Louisiana floods continues. In Donaldsville, the Ascension Parish Council has been informed that twenty percent of the homes that have been assed for damage thus far have been deemed “substantial” – which means that the structures need to be raised, demolished
Concerns Increase in Louisiana Flood Damaged Housing Read More
“As the moms and pops that built our mobile home parks age out, predatory, out-of-town corporate investors have been taking over.” – Measure V proponents “Once rent control is adopted, politicians will – by the tenants’ votes – be giving the landlord’s property to the tenants. It happens all the
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