CNNMoney reports the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose nearly 300 points during the day to close at 11,577.05, up 180.05, a gain of 1.58 percent. The Yahoo! Finance Manufactured Housing Composite Value gained 3.42 percent to close at 725.70. Many housing stocks gained also, although some declined. Affiliated Managers Group …
menafn reports Equity Lifestyle Properties (ELS) of Chicago announced a third quarter loss as of Sept. 30 of 0.07 per share, or $2.9 million on a fully-diluted basis. The same quarter 2010 saw a net income of $11.6 million, or 0.37 per share on a fully-diluted basis. Net revenue for …
MHProNews mourns the passing in Hartford, CT of Kristian Jensen, Jr., a logtime MH industry member and ardent advocate. Kris, 78, was instrumental in building the family business as a teenager from a automobile dealership to the current Jensen’s Inc, which owns and manages 29 MHCs in eight states. Kris …
CNNMoney reports the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped sharply upon renewed fears of European’s debt crisis, falling 247.49 points, 2.13%, to end the trading day at 11,397. The Yahoo! Finance Manufactured Housing Composite Value lost -3.72 percent to close at 701.60, as most housing stocks declined as well.Affiliated Managers Group …
The Birmingham News reports Section 30 of Alabama’s new immigration law requires residents of land lease communities prove they are legally in the U.S. in order to obtain a property tax decal for the factory-built home they own. Their other options are to move out of state, sell their home, …
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“It’s obvious that our industry has to develop an Industry Wide Comprehensive Marketing Plan in order to gain acceptance at every economic level and in every geographical region from Coast to Coast. Having seen the MH Alliance plan, this creative approach can help us get that job done.” said C. …
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CNNMoney reports the Dow Jones Industrial Average responded to good news from the consumer sector, gaining 166.36 points, 1.45%, to end the week at 11,644.49. The Yahoo! Finance Manufactured Housing Composite Value 0.34 percent to close at 728.80. Housing stocks in general closed mostly up. Affiliated Managers Group 85.67 +1.55 …
(Arlington, VA – October 11, 2011) – During MHI’s Annual Meeting, the following members were reelected to serve as MHI Officers in 2012: Chairman, Joe Stegmayer, Cavco Industries, Inc.; Vice Chairman, Don Glisson, Jr., Triad Financial Services, Inc.; Secretary, Kevin Clayton, Clayton Homes; and Treasurer, Nathan Smith, SSK Communities. Ken …
CNNMoney reports the Dow Jones Industrial Average stepped back from its recent gains and dropped -40.72 points to close at 11,478.13, down -0.35 percent. The poor earnings report from JPMorgan Chase contributed to the fall. The Yahoo! Finance Manufactured Housing Composite Value lost -0.36 percent to close at 726.30. Affiliated …
Dow Loses a Little Steam, as Housing Stocks Close Mixed Read More
The Boston Globe reports the Associated Press says, following the same action in the state senate last month, the New Hampshire House of Representatives passed a bill that prevents local communities from regulating sprinklers. Gov. John Lynch had vetoed the bill, but the House overrode his veto 266-61. The legislation …
CNNMoney reports the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 102.55 points, gaining +.90%, to end the day at 11,518.85, led by bank stocks and renewed hopes for the European debt crisis to resolve. The Yahoo! Finance Manufactured Housing Composite Value climbed +0.87% to close at 728.90, as many housing stocks gained …
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OriginationNews reports that two years after leaving affordable housing developer Bridge Housing Corporation to run the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) multi-family program, Carol Galante is operating the entire agency. After David Stevens left the FHA to head the Mortgage Banker’s Association (MBA), Galante has become the acting commissioner. She now …
The Sarasota Herald-Tribune reports Saralake Estates LLC was sold to NHCFL138 LLC of Scottsdale, Arizona, for $10.55 million. The purchase of the 200 homesite MHC was financed by General Electric Capital Corporation with a loan of $7.35 million. The new owner, a company controlled by National RV Communities LLC, has …
CNNMoney reports the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped -16.88 points (-0.15%) to close at 11,416.30, the market peaking and falling all day as investors waited to hear Slovakia’s decision concerning the European bailout fund. The Yahoo! Finance Manufactured Housing Composite Value also dropped, falling -0.36% to close at 722.60, as …
CNNMoney reports stocks shot up nearly three percent (2.97%) as investors were buoyed by good news from the Eurozone, the Dow Jones Industrial average closing at 11,433.18. Yahoo! Finance says the Manufactured Housing Composite nudged down 1.19% to close at 725.20, as housing stocks closed mixed. Affiliated Managers Group 83.82 …
MHI Sets Industry Priorities for 2012 During MHI’s 75th Annual Meeting on October 2-4 in Phoenix, MHI members and the Board of Directors outlined priorities for the industry and the association in preparation for 2012. 2011 has been a pivotal year for MHI and the industry as we have embarked …
MHProNews has obtained the official list of award winners from the 2011 Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI) annual meeting held earlier this week in Phoenix AZ. MHI’s Chairman Award: Tim Williams, President, 21st Mortgage Corporation State Association Executive of the Year: Deanna Fields, Executive Director, Manufactured Housing Association of Oklahoma Jim …
CNNMoney reports the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained for the third day in a row, moving up 183.38 points to close at 11,123.33, an increase of 1.68 percent, as investors were encouraged by the European Central Bank’s policy changes. The Yahoo! Finance Manufactured Housing Composite Value fell -0.75 % to …
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SustainableBusinessOregon reports Ideabox is developing a five-home neighborhood community based on the small homesite idea of manufactured housing communities. Founder and CEO Jim Russell says, “The goal was to take tiny lots and see what we can do with them. We’re trying to create a small, livable community. We wanted …
CNNMoney reports the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 131.24 points (+1.21%) to close at 10,939.95, spurred on by business activity, and cautiously optimistic about the European debt crisis. The Yahoo! Finance Manufactured Housing Composite Value moved up slightly to 779.20, a gain of 1.11%. Affiliated Managers Group 78.40 +0.88 (+1.14%). …
Dow Adds to Yesterday’s Gain; Housing Stocks Close Mixed Read More
