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Institutional report finds manufactured housing community rents outpaced conventional multifamily growth while maintaining 95% national occupancy, reflecting resilient asset performance.
Lending firm Ascent adds three staff members including two dedicated to expanding its manufactured housing financing capabilities in the multifamily sector.
Industry publication reviews proposed federal legislation and its potential impact on manufactured housing and mobile home park development.
A significant mobile home park portfolio has attracted investor interest, signaling active acquisition activity in the manufactured housing sector.
Affordable housing nonprofit Enterprise is divesting its commercial mortgage lender after Shelterforce revealed the subsidiary was financing corporate MHP acquisitions. Proceeds will fund an endowment.
Article examines Warren Buffett's warnings about manufactured housing financing and alleges felony antitrust violations among key MHI members based on financial disclosures and industry consolidation patterns.
Major MHP operator Sun Communities exits UK market, becoming pure-play North American manufactured housing and RV REIT through billion-dollar portfolio sale.
Manufacturer files quarterly SEC disclosure showing financial performance and profit metrics for the period ending August 1, 2026.
A private equity-owned trailer park in Asheville implemented rent increases, highlighting industry trends in PE acquisition and rent pressure at manufactured housing communities.
Implementation of the ROAD Act for manufactured housing faces hurdles navigating federal funding mechanisms and HUD regulatory processes.
MHP operator posts investor presentation detailing updated 2026 earnings outlook and ongoing progress on previously announced UK portfolio divestiture.
Major MHP operator Sun Communities announces plan to divest its $1 billion UK portfolio as part of strategic simplification efforts.
Factory-built housing production is increasing in response to growing demand for affordable housing options, reflecting broader industry supply trends.
New Mexico Representative Gabe Vasquez calls for congressional hearing to examine private equity's growing role in manufactured home community ownership.
Representative Gabe Vasquez calls for federal examination of private equity involvement in manufactured housing communities.
Representative Gabe Vasquez issues press release calling for congressional hearing to investigate private equity ownership of manufactured housing communities.
Analysis reveals deepening affordability challenges in the manufactured housing market, raising concerns about access to traditionally affordable housing options for lower-income households.
Analysis explores affordability pressures in the manufactured housing sector, examining barriers to accessible homeownership.
New analysis examines the growing affordability challenges facing the manufactured housing industry and its impact on housing access.
Governor Hochul's MOVE-IN NY program will fund 56 factory-built starter homes across four New York cities to expand affordable homeownership opportunities.
Zippy, a digitally native lender, is implementing blockchain technology to build capital markets infrastructure for manufactured housing lending at scale.
Doctoral thesis by Maris Jensen analyzes anti-competitive mechanisms from vertically integrated firms in manufactured housing, contrasting profitability of small factory-built homes versus large site-built developments.
PE-backed operator implements rent increases for lot fees at North Carolina trailer park, illustrating investor-ownership impact on affordability.
City council advances tax-exempt financing mechanism to support preservation of Magnolia Ridge mobile home park, likely enabling resident purchase or nonprofit ownership.
Morningstar analysis highlights manufactured housing as second homes continues driving revenue growth for Equity Lifestyle Properties, reflecting industry trends in seasonal and vacation-oriented MHP segments.
Equity Lifestyle Properties continues to see strong revenue performance from manufactured housing used as second homes, according to Morningstar analysis.
E.J. Antoni discusses how federal deficit spending and $40 trillion national debt impact housing costs, highlighting manufactured housing's affordability potential.
ROC USA, an MHI member, filed FHFA comments supporting resident-owned communities and opposing efforts to limit ROC access to financing. The group advocates for measurable outcomes in duty-to-serve programs.
Analysis argues the FHLB system has strayed from its 1932 mission to support affordable mortgage lending since the 1989 S&L crisis and requires policy realignment.
A coalition of over 40 organizations submitted comments to the Federal Housing Finance Agency advocating for enhanced access to affordable homeownership through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac programs for manufactured housing.
Impact investor coverage highlights new phase for resident ownership model, aiming to broaden access to cooperative conversions in manufactured housing communities.
Maine releases comprehensive mobile home park data aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight and resident protections against institutional investor activity.
Manufactured Housing Institute's Lesli Gooch calls for cuts to tenant protections and elimination of GSE financing for resident-owned community models in response to new FHFA duty-to-serve rule.
Mortgage Bankers Association responds to CFPB TRID request for information and backs HUD manufactured housing regulatory proposal.
Mortgage giant addresses industry misconceptions on depreciation, storm resistance, and loan performance, reinforcing manufactured housing's viability amid recent federal policy discussions.
UMH Properties letter to FHFA Director Bill Pulte supports proposed rule changes to allow Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to finance rental chattel loans in manufactured housing sector.
Sun Communities' June 2026 investor presentation describes manufactured home financing, litigation, and regulatory challenges as key risk factors, while emphasizing high barriers to industry entry.
Industry publication shares financial modeling for developing entry-level manufactured home duplexes, drawing interest from public officials and industry executives.
The bank's 'American Dream Initiative' includes exploring modular and manufactured housing as new loan products to increase housing supply through 2035.
Industry analysis highlights land-home packages under $72,000 with monthly payments under $710, potentially accessible to 80% of U.S. population, addressing affordability in manufactured housing market.
Trade publication revisits development-based sales strategy for manufactured housing, examining feasibility of achieving under $500 monthly housing costs through alternative financing and land models.
Recent federal housing legislation provides new funding mechanisms and regulatory frameworks for states and cities to address affordable housing needs, potentially impacting manufactured housing programs.
Industry operators and investors express confidence in the long-term stability and outlook of the manufactured housing community sector.
Industry players see stable long-term prospects for manufactured housing communities, signaling continued investor interest in the sector.
An investment firm and SunPark express confidence in the stability and future prospects of the manufactured housing community sector.
Investment analysis highlights manufactured housing sector's growth potential and market positioning within broader housing trends.
Government Accountability Office identifies HUD's failure to implement priority recommendations on manufactured housing financing as part of broader federal pattern, with implementation rate lagging on critical issues.
GAO report shows HUD failing to implement critical financing recommendations despite 93% overall compliance rate, leaving manufactured housing stuck without adequate financing solutions.
The Federal Housing Finance Agency is proposing significant changes to how it enforces Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's duty to serve underserved mortgage markets, including manufactured housing. Public comments are due July 24.
New federal legislation aims to limit corporate investment in housing while promoting homeownership opportunities, with implications for Louisiana's manufactured housing market.
Investment bank Barclays has cut its stock rating for major MHP REIT Equity LifeStyle Properties citing valuation considerations.
Leading manufactured housing REIT sets date for second quarter financial results release.
