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NAVIGATING THE CHALLENGES OF DIFFICULT TENANTS: A MODERN GUIDE By Frank Rolfe
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In the world of property management, encountering challenging tenants is an inevitability that many of us dread. These individuals test the limits of our patience and policies, often seeming to revel in the chaos they create. From incessant complaints about trivial matters to outright rule-breaking, their actions can significantly impact the harmony and operational efficiency of a mobile home park.
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AN UNEXPECTED AFFIRMATION FROM WARREN BUFFETT By Frank Rolfe
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Warren Buffett hasn’t been buying much lately – noting that the stock market has no bargains -- but apparently, he quietly has been loading up on housing stocks – placing big bets that housing is the strongest part of the economy
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NEXT YEAR WILL BE THE START OF THE BLUE COLLAR RENAISSANCE – AND MOBILE HOME PARK OWNERS WILL PROSPER AS A RESULT By Frank Rolfe
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Recent studies have found that 4 out of 10 companies are laying off workers in 2024, with the vast majority “knowledge workers” (people who are paid to think) who are being replaced by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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What is an Estoppel Certificate By PayRent.com
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To understand the basics of estoppel certificates, look no further. With this solution, you will dive into the definition, legal significance, and purpose of estoppel certificates or letters. Knowing these sub-sections
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Don’t Bring a Knife to a Gun Fight By Frank Rolfe
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Knights in armor were the gold standard of warfare from about 1300 to about 1600. And then suddenly they fell from prominence due to the invention of the cannon. Virtually overnight, a calvary of splendid knights in armor could be annihilated by a single cannon that cost very little
to build. It was a seismic shift and not just a temporary fad. Today, the only place where you’ll
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MOBILE HOME PARK BARGAINS ARE STILL OUT THERE! By Frank Rolfe
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I was an economics major at Stanford and one of the core principles of capitalism is market efficiency. In a perfectly efficient market, there are no great
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WHY MOBILE HOME PARKS ARE BETTER THAN GOLD By Frank Rolfe
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Robert Kiyosaki – the author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad” from 1997 – has recently turned to pitching investing in gold as the best hedge to the end of America. We disagree with that. Mobile home parks are definitely a better investment option
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SEIZING THE DECADE-LONG WINDOW FOR MOBILE HOME PARK INVESTMENTS By Frank Rolfe
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Mobile home park investments present a unique opportunity that many ask about—how long will this favorable market last? From our perspective, this golden era of purchasing mobile home parks
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APARTMENTS HAVE HIT THEIR RENT CEILING. WHAT’S THE MOBILE HOME PARK LOT RENT LIMIT? By Frank Rolfe
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It would appear that apartment rents have finally achieved terminal velocity with aggressive increases during the pandemic coupled with a weakening U.S. economy. In some markets rents are starting to come with small discounts (1% to 5%) or a couple
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The Largest Owners of Mobile Home Parks
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As interest rates rise and real estate investing becomes more competitive, mobile home parks have emerged as an unusual yet promising asset class. With increasing housing prices and ongoing demand for affordable living options, these parks have attracted the attention of various major investors. In this article, we shed light on those at the forefront of this unique real estate segment, the largest owners of mobile home parks. We'll explore who they are, their investment strategies, and the impact of their ownership.
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