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.
FAQ December 2025
Q: How can a resident get their taxes reduced? A: Local property taxes are based on 1% of the assessed value (AV) of the property or home, plus any local bonded debt, such as school bonds. Under the California Constitution (Article VIIIA), the county assessor may...
Movies to Get Into the Holiday Spirit
The holiday season is here! So many different factors can add up to make you feel festive this Christmas; it could be the holiday décor, the seasonal music, or even the colder weather. One surefire way to get into the spirit is to watch Christmas movies. Some of your...
How to Protect Yourself From AI Scams
Artificial Intelligence, or more commonly referred to as AI, is a new and powerful tool that has rapidly integrated into nearly every facet of modern technology. For as accessible and convenient as AI can be, it can also be dangerous in the wrong hands. Scammers are...
Understanding California’s Health Insurance Enrollment Options
It’s that time of year again, but in the fallout of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, you may be confused about where your healthcare stands for 2026. One thing is for sure, time is running out, and it is important to renew your plan soon. The federal...
FAQ November 2025
Q: Do residents have to provide a resale disclosure statement when they sell their mobilehome as-is? A: As a measure of consumer protection, mobilehome resale disclosure (Civil Code §1102.6d) became effective in January 2000, making mobilehome sellers and their...
The Thanks We Give
Thanksgiving is a holiday of feast and thanks, abundance and gratitude. Often thought of as the celebration to kick off the holiday season, Thanksgiving is full of quality time with family and reflecting on all there is to be grateful for from the extraordinary to the...
Elder Abuse in Mobile Home Parks
As people live longer, the number of senior citizens increases more every day as more folks reach retirement age. With seniors living in both 55+ communities and all-age parks, elder abuse could be happening in your very neighborhood without you even knowing. It is...
So You’re Selling Your Mobile Home
Selling a home is an important moment in life and should always be carefully considered. The questions of what needs to be done to improve curb appeal, how much is my home worth, who will sell my home, and what do I need to clean and declutter to be ready immediately...
FAQ October 2025
Q: Can the park start billing residents for utilities that were previously included in the rent? A: If the residents’ rental agreement provides that sewer, water and garbage are included in the rent, the park management may elect to itemize or charge separately for...
Trick-or-Treating Tips Part 2
Even if you are staying in for Halloween and only plan on giving out candy, there are still plenty of ways to stay prepared for the spooky holiday. The pathway to your front door should be clear of any debris or tripping hazards, and jack-o-lanterns should be placed a...
