It is no secret that the Daily Business News on MHProNews editorially opposed the policies of prior President Barack H. Obama, just as it is no secret that this industry-leading trade media favored the candidacy – and still robustly supports – the Presidency of Donald J. Trump. But tonight’s spotlight …
After a modest 1 percent increase in year over year (YoY) production increases in 2018 vs. 2017, the growth in production for manufactured housing has taken a heftier bump up. A total of 6,781 homes shipped in July 2018. By comparison, 5,803 shipped in July 2017. That is …
Manufactured Housing Production Report – After Slow June 2018, July 2018 Increases Read More
“Together, we will make America wealthy again. We will make America strong again. It’s already happening. We will make America safe again. And above all, we will make America great again.” – President Trump, in 9.6.2018 Billings, Montana Rally. It’s an epic battle by a populist president and …
There are thousands of undocumented or illegal immigrants living in manufactured home communities, and/or working in various manufactured housing businesses. Articles on illegal immigration published by the Daily Business News – some under the related reports, at the bottom of this post – are thus a magnet for …
Tonight’s feature is sooooooooooooo simple, and is summed up with the words, “Like No Place Else.” See that, in our spotlight feature, further below. If you’re new, already hooked on our new spotlight feature – or are ready to get the MH professional fever – our headline report is found …
Like No Place Else, plus Manufactured Housing, Stocks, Market Updates Read More
There are some things you simply can’t make up. There are times when you find that the truth is more interesting than fiction. The following are direct quotes from the Delaware Online, by a gentleman named Robert Weymouth from Rehoboth Beach. He identifies himself as a resident of …
MH Communities, Owners, MH Independents Alert – NMHOA and MHAction Next Steps? – Part 1 Read More
Blue collar workers represent the core of the manufactured housing industry’s workers, and are a key demographic that manufactured home (MH) professionals seek to engage, attract and sell. Much of what follows should therefor be of keen interest to MH professionals and investors. It’s a peek into the …
Blue Collar Worker Attitude, Outlook, Finances – Latest Data, Express-Harris Survey Read More
The glass ceiling is the terminology used to describe an invisible – yet solid and real – barrier for advancement commonly applied to women. Let’s be clear. In many respects, MHVille is a male-dominated profession. That’s not to say that the glass ceiling doesn’t exist in other areas …
Main Place in MHVille That’s Cracked the Glass Ceiling? Read More
While there could be a debate about the ranking of the 50 states by which is the hardest working, a far clearer picture emerges on the topics of ranking states by income and credit. The reason? Facts about income and credit scores are just facts. But the criteria selected …
50 States Ranked by Income, Credit – Manufactured Housing Marketers Data, Cheet Sheet Read More
Labor Day is as good a time as any to see how the fifty states rank in terms of which state workers are said to be harder workers, or less so. The source of the data is Wallet Hub. Here are some of the main metrics they used to …
2018’s Hardest-Working States in America, How Does Your State Rank? Read More
The word “Talent” has a modern and a biblical meaning, both of which matter to professionals. The meaning of words, ideas, and their practical impact or track record all have significance to the manufactured housing industry, along with every other profession, and field of endeavor. Talents has at …
Depending on the radio stations you listen to, or what cable news someone watches, the media coverage of the Trump administration has routinely been withering. With the midterms about 10 weeks out, and early voting starting sooner than that, what has the seemingly incessant onslaught of salacious reports done …
Midterms and Evangelicals? What’s the Latest Polling, Feedback? Read More
“The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index® increased in August, following a modest increase in July. The Index now stands at 133.4 (1985=100), up from 127.9 in July. The Present Situation Index improved from 166.1 to 172.2, while the Expectations Index increased from 102.4 last month to 107.6 this month,” per the Conference …
Latest Consumer Confidence Report and Housing Demand Read More
As some head for the beach, hills, lakes or other favorite getaway spot for the long Labor Day weekend, the president has sent a new round of signals in an interview and tweets. Markets closed down today. The focus report this evening will be his comments in an interview with …
There are a few readers who’ve said to MHProNews, ‘don’t get into politics.’ Or ‘avoid industry politics.’ A few said, ‘Don’t get into economics.’ Others have said, ‘Don’t ever say anything that cites religion or morality,’ etc. We respect and appreciate thoughtful comments from our readers. We strive to read …
U.S. Canada Trade Deal Looming, Stocks Rise, Plus MH Market Updates Read More
Florida is a top state for manufactured housing (MH). Battles like this one will define the business climate for years to come. Don’t be surprised if some resident group, like MHAction, gets involved. Don’t let past habits or lethargy lull you into complacence, because what happens in this looming …
Epic Battle for MHVille Mainstay Looms, With “Not the Most Popular Guy” and His Rival Read More
Don’t look now, but a subject that MHProNews has been spotlighting for years has now drawn President Donald J. Trump’s attention. There are many things this could mean, which will be part of our market focus for this evening. If you’re new, already hooked on our new spotlight feature – …
To tee this up, the emailed messages revealed below were all sent under the subject line, “for the record.” So, there is no violation of information shared off the record. Furthermore, the replies – initiated by George F. Allen (COBA7) – went to an email list of his. Joe …
“The growth rate of real gross domestic product (GDP) is a key indicator of economic activity, but the official estimate is released with a delay. Our GDPNow forecasting model provides a “nowcast” of the official estimate prior to its release by estimating GDP growth using a methodology similar to the …
Atlanta Fed’s GDPNow Projects Growth Ahead in Q3 – Includes Positive MH Signal Read More
Trivia: note that the MHProNews home page looks like that miniature iPad screen, just moments before the weekly recap is published. We can get our share of typos, but when it comes to evidence, trends, facts, and reports – we sweat the details – all for thousands of industry readers …
