HuffPost reports that former Republican congressman Pete Hoekstra, in his campaign for the U.S. Senate in Michigan, called for the repeal or reform of Dodd-Frank on Monday, arguing that “the heavy hand of the federal government” is making it impossible for bankers to do their jobs. “Either repeal or significant …
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SeekingAlpha reports on stocks positioned to take advantage of current needs and future improvements in the housing sector. The report notes that while single family housing is still struggling, multi-family housing starts are up almost 8% in July with FHA multi-family mortgages at a record high. Home fix ups as …
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WIFR and RockfordRegisterStar report that Rockford area manufactured home communities were among those awarded grants by the Illinois EPA for upgrades to their water systems. Illinois EPA Interim Director, Lisa Bonnett awarded close to $2 million to 18 small communities across the state for repair and improvements to their public …
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iBerkshires reports that every home in the Spruces Mobile Home Park in Williamstown, Massachusetts was ruled uninhabitable by the building inspector and nearly over 270 residents need alternative housing. Town Manager and Emergency Management Director Peter Fohlin said the Hoosic River overflow during heavy rains from tropical storm Irene yielded …
Community ruled ‘uninhabitable’ by officials, residents ordered out Read More
CNNMoney reports that the Dow closed up again today, 11,539.25 +254.71 (+2.26%). This latest gain reduced the year to date decline on the Dow to (-0.33%). Market headlines included Irene damage estimates at $10 billion, the EU’s decision to move ahead with Greek bailout, and that Buffett’s 5 billion BoA …
PostandCourier reports that in South Carolina, the perceptions of factory built homes are mixed. Lee Cave, Mount Pleasant’s top building official said, “People see the pieces (of a home) come in on a truck and my phone starts ringing,” he said. “I think there’s kind of a stigma to them. …
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TimesHerald reports the Architectural Heritage and Landmark Commission unanimously approved improvements to the nearly 10 story Lennar Mare Island-owned Building 680 in preparation for an anticipated lease with housing fabricator Blu Homes. “Obviously, (we are) very close to completing a transaction with (Blu Homes),” Tom Sheaff, vice president and general …
TMHA reports to MHMSM.com that the Texas Manufactured Housing Association (TMHA) published a 9 page overview of the SAFE Act and how it will play out in their state. TMHA’s Executive Director DJ Pendelton urges association members to get and stay up to speed and engaged on this key industry …
CNNMoney reports that the Dow closed up again today, 11,284.54 +134.72 +1.21%, as the market recovery from its recent downward turbulence continues. The five day Dow average is up 4.32%, but year to date is still off -2.53. Market headlines includes Home Depot and Lowes jumped ahead on hurricane concerns, …
CTV reports the debate in Canadian housing circles about the soundness of the housing market. Is there a U.S. style housing bubble? The signals are mixed, according to experts. Prices in Vancouver look dangerously high, while towns such as Saint John, New Brunswick are quite affordable. Compared to renting, owning …
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PMHA reports that based on the decision of their board, they will suspend HOMExpo 2012. HOMExpo 2011 had good reported trade days attendance and a more modest result on public days. Pennsylvania Manufactured Housing Association (PMHA) Executive Vice President, Mary Gaiski, said: “We appreciate all of you who supported HOMExpo …
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KnoxvilleNewsSentinel reports that the “New Norris House,” was built by the University of Tennessee and Clayton Homes. Built by UT architecture students and Clayton Homes in Norris TN, the model home is a living laboratory for sustainable building. Graduate students will measure energy and water use by Mary Leverance and …
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SBSun published an OpEd by Joan Patsky which asserts that “millions of homeowners” with non-delinquent mortgages may benefit by refinancing at historically low interest rates, if U.S. Senate Bill 170 introduced by Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., goes into effect. Patsky says “S.B. 170 is designed to assist non-delinquent borrowers in …
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CNNMoney reported the retreat of the Dow today, which closed 11,149.82 -170.89 (-1.51%). Buffett’s 5 billion dollar stake in Bank of America, gold’s rebound, weak growth, high debt and the Sage of Omaha’s high profile fund raiser for President Obama all made headlines. The Manufactured Housing Composite index closed down …
Rally retreats on realities, most manufactured housing stocks follow Read More
Republic reports that the Donaldsonville (LA) City Council planned a discussion next week about amending its law regulating “mobile homes” within their city limits. The Advocate reports (http://bit.ly/pozgCX ) council members decided during Tuesday’s meeting to place the issue on the Sept. 19 agenda for further discussion. At question is …
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Saratogan reports Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley is suing the owners of Saratoga Springs NY based Morgan RV Resorts, alleging the company is intimidating members to collect exorbitant fees in their Cape Cod manufactured housing community. According to Coakley’s press release, the company’s sales team “aggressively solicited homeowners at Peters …
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LegalNewsline reports that New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman was removed from an executive committee negotiating a nationwide foreclosure settlement with major U.S. lenders. Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller, leading the committee, said Schneiderman has “actively worked to undermine” its effort. State attorneys general, the U.S. Justice Department, Treasury Department …
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NCTimes reports that the proposal to consider selling city owned Laguna Vista Mobile Home Park in Oceanside, CA has died. The Financing Authority in February voted 4-0 to instruct city staffers to explore the idea of selling the manufactured home community. The city panel that oversees the land lease community’s …
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MotherNatureNews (MNN) reports that prefab home builder BluHomes has unveiled a new line of New England style modular homes that ‘fits the architectural vernacular of traditional and historic communities.’ Massachusetts-based prefab firm Blu Homes unveils Lofthouse, a New England style modular home that has already been making small waves on …
CNNMoney reports that while there are no guarantees, some traders in the markets responded to hopes of a possible QE3 announcement by the Fed this Friday. The Manufactured Housing Composite index rose 3.34% to close at 770.5. AMG 81.87 +1.44 (1.77%), but retreated in after hours trading. Clayton Homes, Vanderbilt …
Gold drops $104 to 1757.30, stocks rise on QE3 hopes, MH rises too. Read More
