California Mobile Home News & Blog
MHET publishes a blog and monthly newsletter for distribution for mobile home owners living in rental housing communities in the MHET tri-county region.
Park Management and Park Inspection
The California Civil Code Section 798.2 defines mobile home park management as meaning, “…the owner of a mobile-home park or an agent or representative authorized to act on his behalf in connection with matters relating to a tenancy in the park.” Parks over 50 spaces...
Welcoming Another New Year!
As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on how far we have come in a year’s time. Recall the person you were and the environment you were in at the beginning of the year in contrast to where you are now. One can change, grow, and withstand so much in just 365 days, yet...
FAQ December 2024
Q: Can the resident be forced to move their home out of the park when they sell it just because the home is old? A: If the home is NOT a mobilehome (less than 8 feet wide x 40 feet long) and is therefore classified as a recreational vehicle (trailer), the resident has...
Quotes for the Holiday Season
As the year comes to an end and the last of the holidays are fast approaching, it is important to be appreciative of the experiences we’ve had, look forward to the future, and be grateful for the time we get to spend with our loved ones during this time. This year...
Social Security Announces 2.5% Benefit Increase for 2025
In 2025, Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments will increase by 2.5% for over 72.5 million Americans. This translates to an average increase of about $50 per month for Social Security retirement benefits starting in January, with...
Mobile Home or Manufactured Home?
What is the difference between a mobile home and a manufactured home? The key difference is the date of construction and the building standards that govern them. All homes built after 1976 are “manufactured homes”, while homes built before that are called...
Thanksgiving Quotes to Show Your Gratitude
The Thanksgiving holiday is a time to recall our gratitude towards friends and family. Many think of Thanksgiving as a time of feast, and although that is definitely a big part of it, it is important to remember breaking bread goes beyond good food. It also represents...
FAQ November 2024
Q: Is the park required to provide a lease agreement in the language of the resident if the resident is non-English speaking? A: Not in most cases. Civil Code Sec. 1632 provides that a person engaged in a trade or business, who negotiates a contract or lease —...
The Importance of Lease and Rental Agreements
When you decided to purchase your home and move into a mobile home/manufactured home community, you had to first apply for tenancy/residency in the community. A prospective resident cannot purchase a home until they are approved for residency in the park. Once the...
Remember to Vote
Make your Voice Heard! As you consider your choices on the November 5, 2024 ballot, we want to share with you the positions of the California Chamber of Commerce on several statewide ballot measures. We are not telling you how to vote but simply providing this...
