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.
The Mythology of Cupid: A Symbol of Love
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and with the soon approaching holiday, we may recall symbols associated with the holiday. Among some of the most recognizable icons of the day of love are roses, hearts, chocolates, and even teddy bears. But perhaps the most...
FAQ January 2024
Q: Does the park manager have the right to enter the resident’s lot without notice? The MRL provides that the park manager has the right to enter the lot at reasonable times and in a manner that does not interfere with the resident’s “quiet enjoyment” for the purpose...
Set Yourself up for Successful New Year’s Resolutions with S.M.A.R.T. goals
As the New Year approaches, we cannot help but think of it as a restart for certain areas in our lives where we would like to see improvement. The most popular New Year’s resolutions entail improving health via fitness and better nutrition, boosting mental health with...
Did You Know Your Electricity Can Be Shut Off?
The utility company that provides the electricity to the community in which you live may turn off the power if there is a threat of fire due to high winds or threatening circumstances. Most manufactured housing communities are sub-metered. The utility company...
Happy New Year! Best Quotes To Welcome The New Year
Happy New Year to you and yours! We would love to rein in the New Year with some inspiring and uplifting quotes about new beginnings, goals, and possibilities. “Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go. They merely determine where you start.” Nido...
FAQ December 2023
#23 Can the park end a resident’s tenancy by refusing to enter into a new rental agreement? No, not if the resident is a homeowner. Under the Mobilehome Residency Law (MRL), homeowners normally rent under a month-to-month or 12-month rental agreement or long-term...
Homeowners Insurance is Important
We asked MHET member Barry Cole of Manufactured Housing Insurance Services about the recent difficulty in obtaining insurance on homes. Barry specializes in insuring manufactured homes. He advised us that large companies such as Allstate, State Farm, Farmers and...
Tips For Keeping Your Mobile Home Warm This Winter
Keeping your mobile home warm in the colder season is a must, especially because some mobile homes do not have the same ability to insulate temperature as well as other types of homes. Plus, you can be saving on your heating bills if you keep certain things around...
The California Climate Credit Explained
Every spring and fall, millions of California residents receive credits on their electric and natural gas bills identified as the “California Climate Credit.” The California Climate Credit is part of California’s efforts to fight climate change. Most residents receive...
Happy Holidays!
Fun Holiday Experiences To Enjoy This holiday season is already looking merry and bright! There are quite a few free activities in Southern California that can add some festivity to your holiday experience. Check out the following events and resources we found for you...
