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.
Spotting Scams – What is spoofing?
Spoofing is a technique where scammers “spoof” or falsify their identifying information to make you think it is coming from a trusted source. More advanced scammers can even make their caller ID show up on your phone as a known contact, like a family member. Other...
Tax Day Extended to May 17, 2021
Did April 15th pass by without you filing your 2020 income taxes? You still have time! Both the IRS and California Franchise Tax Board have extended the tax deadline for 2020 federal and state income tax returns. The deadline, previously April 15th, has been extended...
You can get vaccinated!
Since the release of the first COVID vaccines, availability has been limited to tiered groups based on risk level, age, and location. Now, all those in California who can receive the vaccine are eligible. When?As of April 15, 2021 every Californian age 16 and up is...
California Residents Can Get Help to Pay or Reduce Energy Costs
As the weather changes, you probably see your energy bill changing too. If you’re one of many low-income California households struggling to cover energy costs, you may be eligible for assistance. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is funded by the...
Save Money by Shopping for the Best Medicare Coverage
Your current Medicare plan may not be the best for your needs. Each year, from January 1 to March 31, Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period allows you to select a different option for your annual coverage. To learn more about the different plan options, visit...
Valentine’s in the Time of COVID
With Valentine’s Day coming, many of our thoughts turn to loved ones and how best to remind them we care. On top of the usual considerations this time of year, it seems like almost everyone could use an extra pick-me-up as we continue slogging through COVID...
You May Be Eligible for Energy Assistance Based on Medical Needs
If you require electricity to power your medical equipment or have a medical condition that requires your home maintain a specific temperature, you may be eligible for assistance with your energy bill under the Medical Baseline program. Eligible medical conditions...
Happy Holidays from Our Family to Yours
During the holidays, love and compassion for others is what is always on our mind. It is a time to cherish family and to enjoy friends. It is when we share time together, whether it is around a family dinner table, over the phone via FaceTime, or on a meeting app to...
Constraints On Manufactured Housing Impact Production Numbers
In August 2020, data from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) showed a decline in production of HUD Code manufactured homes for the third year in a row. This year’s decrease is likely linked to COVID-19 health concerns and lockdowns. However,...
Thanksgiving Thoughts
As we move into Thanksgiving, many of us find ourselves contemplating the holiday in an entirely new way, reexamining our traditions in the light of COVID-19 restrictions and concerns. Numerous challenges over the past several months have helped highlight many things...
