Investor and real estate billionaire Sam Zell was on CNBC’s Squawk Box yesterday to discuss the impact of Donald Trump’s election. “I think Donald Trump is very smart and has a unique opportunity to change things and lead this country,” said Zell. “And I think this country desperately is looking …
Alan Dershowitz – an emeritus law professor at Harvard University, high profile member of the O.J. Simpson defense team and staunch Democrat – is speaking out in response to strong rhetoric against Breitbart Chairman, Steve Bannon. “It is not legitimate to call somebody an anti-Semite because you might disagree with …
Prominent Democratic Lawyer Defends Breitbart’s Steve Bannon Read More
Noteworthy headlines on CNNMoney – Megyn Kelly weighing options at other networks. U.S. dollar hits 13-year high. Ford will be first automaker to import cars from India. Twitter suspends accounts of “alt-right” advocates. Some bullets from MarketWatch – Shipping stocks soar as bears abandon ship. Donald Trump’s war on media …
Patrick Industries, Drew Industries Lead Manufactured Housing CV, Broader Markets Mixed Read More
A manufactured home community in Tampa is recovering from what appears to be post-election rage. According to Bay News 9, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating graffiti spray-painted on two east Tampa manufactured homes that has also led to an arson investigation. County fire rescue initially responded to the community …
Manufactured Home Set on Fire, Anti-Trump Messages Spray-Painted on Another Read More
Noteworthy headlines on CNNMoney – New Balance: We’re not the shoes of white supremacists. U.K. has no Brexit plan according to leaked memo. Yuan hits lows not seen since the financial crisis. Branson and startup unveil supersonic plane. Some bullets from MarketWatch – Stock market investors turn to small-caps after …
Carlyle Group, Louisiana-Pacific Lead Manufactured Housing CV, Broader Markets Up Read More
Even though he supported Hillary Clinton in this years’ presidential election, Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett says that the nation needs to unite. “I support any president of the United States. It’s very important that the American people coalesce behind the president,” Buffett told CNN’s Poppy Harlow in an interview …
Buffett On President-Elect Donald Trump: “He Deserves Everybody’s Respect” Read More
Noteworthy headlines on CNNMoney – SEC chair to leave before Trump takes office. Warren Buffett makes a bet on U.S. airlines. Tiny home living is having a moment. What you need to know about Steve Bannon. Some bullets from MarketWatch – India, not Trump, is the real reason behind the …
Manufactured Housing CV Down, Broader Markets Mixed On Trump Policy News Read More
Leftist billionaire and Secretary Hillary Clinton campaign supporter, George Soros has been reportedly funding anti-President-elect Donald Trump protests, reports Politico. WikiLeaks reported dozens of leaked emails connected Soros to Democratic, Clinton campaign and groups that funded violence at Trump campaign events. Meanwhile, Clinton is said to be blaming FBI Director …
CBS and Full Measure Trump Videos, Transition Advances, Protests and Democratic Snafus Read More
Sun Communities Inc. (NYSE:SUI) has seen a number of investors either increase or take new positions in the company recently. After reporting better than expected results during their Q3 earnings call on November 1st, including revenues of $249.70 million for the quarter (compared to analysts’ expectations of $146.83 million), Sun …
In a highly charged campaign that focused on rent control measures for manufactured home communities, Humboldt County, California’s Measure V passed on November 8th with 54.57 percent of the vote. The Daily Business News has covered the measure V battle extensively, breaking the measure down to its key points: Manufactured …
Rent Control Measure Victorious, Questions, Issues Remain Read More
This month, we continue with our thought-provoking theme: Entrepreneurs November in MHVille 2016. That link will take you to all of the featured articles and interviews this month. Manufactured, modular and prefabricated home professionals know that how a home got to its location should not define a person or their dwelling. What …
IMPACT 20/20, an influential group of northwest Minnesota leaders representing diverse interests created to advance the region’s economic success, formed a task force in 2016 to address housing needs of the region. The group will host a housing summit on Wednesday November 16th, with a focus on workforce housing. According …
Housing Summit to Address Workforce Housing, Showcase Manufactured Housing Read More
Noteworthy headlines on CNNMoney – Buffett hasn’t sold a single share of Wells Fargo. Facebook decides that many of us are dead. Peter Thiel joins Trump’s transition team. New York Observer ends print edition. Some bullets from MarketWatch – Dow ends at record, scores best weekly gain in five years. …
Manufactured Housing CV Up 3.54 Percent, New Record High for Broader Markets Read More
Institutional investors appear to be pleased with UMH Properties Inc. (NYSE: UMH), with 44 managers opening or increasing stock positions. UMH shares have risen 20.27 percent since April of this year, and the company has outperformed the S&P 500 by 18.31 percent. According to Frisco Fastball, UMH is expected to …
Investor Sentiment Better than Expected for UMH Properties Read More
A British Columbia, Canada appeals court has ruled in favor of the Squamish Nation in a case involving the Capilano River RV Park, formerly known as the Capilano Mobile Park in West Vancouver. The series of events stretches back to 2008, where the Baker family had operated the community since …
Tribal Nation Wins Appeal in “Mobile” Community Case Read More
Coming off of their most recent earnings report on October 18th, which included a 7.7 percent increase in revenue, Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. (NYSE:ELS) saw one investment firm lower its stake in the company. Venturi Wealth Management LLC lowered its position by 5.3% during the second quarter to 30,680 shares …
Investors, Analysts Weigh in on Equity LifeStyle Properties Read More
Noteworthy headlines on CNNMoney – Uncertainty over Trump deals blow to tech stocks. U.S. traffic to New Zealand immigration sites soars. Yahoo warns Verizon might kill $4.8B deal. Some bullets from MarketWatch – What President-elect Trump means for companies, by sector. Elizabeth Warren says she’ll fight Trump over dismantling Dodd-Frank. …
Affiliated Managers Group Up, MHCV Down, Broader Markets Mixed, Dow Sets Record Read More
Residents of the Prince Mobile Home Park in Tucson, Arizona lost power – and it seems there’s nothing that they can do about it. “There’s no power in this place at all. None of the trailers [sic] here got power,” said resident David Vaughn. According to Tucson News Now, Tucson …
Utility Shutdown Could Lead to MH Community Being Condemned Read More
Cavco Industries (NASDAQ: CVCO) reported financial results for Q2 2016 on November 8th. Net revenue for the second quarter was down 1.9 percent from Q2 2015 to $188.3 million, while net revenue was up 5.6% for the first six months of the year compared to the same period in 2015. …
On Tuesday night as election results began to look grim for Hillary Clinton’s campaign, Dow, S&P and Nasdaq futures all began to tumble. Maria Bartiromo on Fox Business said she expected that initial reaction, much as happened in England over their Brexit vote. But Bartiromo said that just as stocks …
