It’s an event that’s more than double the size of the Louisville manufactured housing trade show’s display. This brand-new event is also much larger than the number of manufactured and tiny homes displayed at the factory-built housing industry’s Tunica Show. Who’s making this special event happen? Out of millions …
Huge New Factory-Built Home Wholesale Liquidation Event Announced Read More
For manufactured housing professionals who believe that the Trump Administration has been good for the industry, the following will be of interest. For those in MHVille who believe that the 45th president and his GOP party has been a problem for the industry, this will be of equal interest. …
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson announced Monday that “he is approving a disaster recovery plan to help Texans recover from Hurricane Harvey.” “The Texas plan is funded through HUD’s Community Development Block Grant—Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program which requires grantees to develop a thoughtful recovery program informed by local …
HUD Approves Additional $5 Billion Disaster Recovery Plan Read More
In a message forwarded to the Daily Business News, MHVillage (MHV) confirmed troubling data that has been presented in person to dozens of gathered industry professionals. The factoids were shared by MHVillage’s Co-President, Darren Krolewski, using a positive-spin narrative. “Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, MHVillage Inc. is the nation’s premier …
MHVillage Confirms Data, and Michigan Operational Slide Revealed Read More
“The Small Business Optimism Index increased in May to the second highest level in the NFIB survey’s 45-year history,” said the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) to the Daily Business News in a release. “The index rose to 107.8, a three-point gain, with small businesses reporting high numbers in …
Owners Report Increased Profits, Compensation, Expansion Plans Read More
One of the challenges facing manufactured housing for years falls under the heading of “Location.” In real estate, there is an axiom that the three most important things about a property are location, location, and location. Per the Real Deal, “the “Yale Book of Quotations” found the phrase used …
For those who wonder if the Trump Administration is serious about enforcing laws, a $1.2 billion dollar settlement should put that question to rest. “U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson…announced a historic agreement with the nation’s largest public housing authority to correct dangerous lead-based paint and …
$1.2 Billion Settlement Proves FEDs Are Serious; Communities, Industry Head$ Up Read More
“President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signed an agreement at the conclusion of Tuesday’s historic summit,” stated CNBC. The summit in Singapore has been front-page news, as well as a cable and media headline globally. Reuters says POTUS Trump told Kim they will have a …
In a series of news tips form industry sources to the Daily Business News, a new staffer, David Townsend, MHI Vice President, Finance and Administration, is alerting members that MHI staffer Jenny Hodge’s email has been compromised. The Arlington, VA based trade group are issuing a specific warning to …
Manufactured Housing Institute Issues Alert – MHI Email Compromised Read More
“Americans deserve accountability from their government,” President Donald J. Trump said. In a release to the Daily Business News, the White House press room has provided a partial list of some of what the Trump Administration sees as accomplishments on behalf of the Americans. “Through the first 500 days …
Via a release from the White House Press Room to the Daily Business News, the President of the United States (POTUS), Donald J. Trump, said as follows. — start of extended quote — “During National Homeownership Month, we affirm the joy and benefits of homeownership. For millions of Americans, …
Skyline Corporation (“Skyline”) and Champion Enterprises Holdings, LLC (“Champion”), the parent company of Champion Home Builders, Inc., publicized the closing of the previously announced combination of their operations. Exclusive details will be found near the end of this report. Via a press statement to the Daily Business News, carried …
“The Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform (MHARR) in written comments filed on May 30, 2018, has called on the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) — the federal regulator of mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — to significantly revise and amend the final rule that it issued on December …
New York “Attorney General Barbara D. Underwood today announced an order directing Walker’s Manufactured Housing, Inc. (“Walker’s”) and its owner, Stanley Hall, to explain their failure to sit for testimony as required by the Attorney General’s subpoena,” said in a release to the Daily Business News. “My office will …
Attorney General Sues Manufactured Home, Modular Housing Company, and owner Stanley Hall Read More
“Proud to be an American” As we watched the release of Josh Holt and his Venezuelan wife, the ‘sound track’ of the Lee Greenwood song that includes the lyrics above was playing in our heads. First, the events of last night, courtesy of the White House press room to the …
HUD has a new man in a significant role at HUD. We will get into the various “official” statements about Brian Montgomery. But we begin with a backgrounder. Mr. Montgomery has a track record, and the question industry professionals must answer is simple. Will he operate as he did …
HUD’s New Man, Officials Statements, with Insider Info Beyond the Media Releases Read More
The manufactured housing industry is poised to have one of its best years in recent history. Michigan is responsible for a significant percentage of that, according to the Michigan Manufactured Housing Association, (MMHA). “Michigan has always been a big proponent of manufactured homes, the communities and the people who …
Billionaire investor and inventor Elon Musk’s hyperloop is almost ready. He’s going to give away free rides. Details, pros and cons, and the potential impact for manufactured housing are our focus report for tonight. If you’re new, already hooked on our new spotlight feature – or are ready to get …
Perhaps investors in the markets had already “priced in” the anticipated announcement by President Donald J. Trump of his withdrawal from the Iran deal negotiated by President Barack Obama Administration point man, then Secretary of State, John Kerry. Market impact is our focus for tonight. If you’re new, already hooked …
Governor Kay Ivey has signed a proclamation declaring the week of May 6th through May 12th to be “Manufactured and Modular Housing Week.” The proclamation was issued in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the national Fair Housing Act and the 49th anniversary of the founding of the …
Governor Declares May 6th-12th “Manufactured and Modular Housing Week” Read More
