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August 30, 2012
Acceptable Reasons for Refusing an ApplicantAfter the application has been filled out, if you see that it is not complete return it. If you see something that may result in immediate disqualification such as a recent felony conviction that violates your published screening criteria, s, discuss it…
August 27, 2012
Documents Provided To Prospective ResidentsIn addition to the Statement of Policy which includes copies of the rules and rental agreement, you should provide the applicant the following:o Criminal check authorization o Resident applicant screening fee should be acquired prior to accepting the…
August 20, 2012
Rental Application Procedures -Overview -Rental Application Process -The Rental Application FormOverviewAs a community manager, you will normally be charged with accepting or rejecting prospective residents. This is one of the most important functions that you will perform as a manager of a…
July 31, 2012
The 2011 Oregon Legislative Session has now reached the halfway point. MHCO has been successful in defeating a number of particularly bad pieces of legislation. We need to stay engaged and vigiliant as the Legislative Session moves to adjournment in late June. MHCO Defeated:HB 2172 - Rent Control…
July 31, 2012
The long awaited public hearing on HB 3183 - the bill to eliminate local preemption of rent control - was held yesterday morning. About 60-70 MHCO members showed up supporting community owners - the residents had about 10 people and could only muster five people to testify publicly in favor to…
July 31, 2012
Attached is a complete final status report of all the legislation MHCO tracked since January 2011. Overall it was a very successful legislative session for owners of manufactured home communities. Please feel free to contact MHCO if you have any questions.
July 31, 2012
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 manufactured home community represents an ideal lifestyle…
July 31, 2012
Published: Friday, February 24, 2012, 10:30 PM Updated: Saturday, February 25, 2012, 9:56 AM Helen Jung, The Oregonian By Helen Jung, The Oregonian The OregonianWhen the Sazykin family's 14-year-old son rode his scooter on pathways around the Wah Mai Terrace Apartments complex in Southeast…
July 31, 2012
Why is a mortgage loan originator (MLO") license required?In 2008
July 31, 2012
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: A resident may keep a pet that is living with…
