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Community Update
Manufactured Housing Communities and the 55+ Older Market
People are now living long after retirement. According to the 2007 period life table for the Social Security area population, those on the cusp of retirement, ages 55‐64, are expected to live on average 21.34 more years. Living in a…
Community Update
Manufactured Homes and Sub Metering
By Tiffany Mittal - Multifamily Utility CompanyManufactured Homes and Submetering What is Submetering?Submetering is the process of installing a water, gas or electric meter on each mobile home after the master utility meters for the mobile home…
Community Update
State of Oregon Question & Answers and FACTS on the SAFE ACT
Why is a mortgage loan originator (MLO") license required?In 2008
Community Update
Pets! A Summary of Pets in Your Community Rights and Responsibilites
One of the most challenging issues facing park owners and managers is the issue of pets. ORS 90.530 outlines the do's and don'ts of pets in manufactured home communities. Here is a summary.1. Changes in Community Rules or Regulations addressing pets…
Community Update
Theft, Dogs and 24 Hour Notices
Question: A community's security camera taped one of the residents one night cutting the line and stealing the camera. The landlord wants to give a 30 day notice. Any issues the landlord should be aware of since it was video-taped? If the…
Phil Querin Questions & Answers
Phil Querin Q&A: Abandoned t Home Community Owner Wants to Obtain Home
Question -- Three abandonment questions: (a) Can a landlord acquire a home that is in abandonment? (b) Can he bid during the sealed bid process? (c) If no one bids on the house can the landlord purchase the house and at what price?