Podcasts about mobile home investing

Any time that you pay more for a mobile home park than it is currently worth, based on existing net income, you are engaged in “stretching” to rationalize paying the higher amount. But the types of “stretching” required to bridge the gap typically vary from acceptable to too risky. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the fundamentals of “stretching” and determine their quotient of risk.

Millennials have some fresh ideas about housing, and one of their desires is to have “social amenities”. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the concept of “social amenities” and offer some recommendations on how to bring this concept to your community.

We all know that celebrities use plastic surgery to augment or alter their appearance. But how can a mobile home park share in this ability to improve the looks of the property using man-made products? In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review some of the methods that allow you to increase your community's beauty quickly and at a relatively low cost.

A “lever” is defined as “a rigid bar used to move a heavy load when pressure is applied to one end”. But in the mobile home park business, sometimes the strongest “lever” is made of paper and roughly 6” long. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the different ways in which a little cash can get the desired results if you know where to apply the “lever”.

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Ryan Narus, a seasoned multifamily investor and founder of The Archimedes Group, for an inside look at a wild ride into mobile home park investing. Get ready for a story of bankruptcy battles and strategic bidding wars, as Ryan unveils the details of acquiring the 182-unit Cape Fear Estates in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Dive deep into the complexities of purchasing a property out of foreclosure, navigating lender relationships, and the surprising realities of financial due diligence in this unique asset class. Ryan shares his journey from living in a mobile home to closing on his 85th property, offering invaluable insights on building a portfolio, structuring deals, and prioritizing resident well-being over quick returns in the dynamic world of mobile home park investing.

It's that time of year when mobile home park owner attention turns to property condition, which always includes thoughts on the roads. Paving companies are more than happy to suggest hugely expensive road upgrades. But how can you improve your roads with as little capital as possible? In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore various options to get better roads at a low cost.

Virtually every state has, at some point, debated, denied or passed legislation regarding giving the tenants the "first option" to buy the property. They do this using faulty assumptions and absolutely zero understanding of how the "tenant-owned" process works. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the truth behind this issue and reveal what the government is apparently fully unaware of.

In this episode of the AIA podcast, host Alex Perny welcomes Dr. Allen Lomax, the CEO and founder of Steed Talker Capital, to discuss the lucrative mobile home investment market.Subscribe to our YouTube channel and join our growing community for new videos every week.If you are interested in being a podcast guest speaker or have questions, contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast@AdvantaIRA.com.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about our guest Allen Lomax: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenlomax/Learn more about Advanta IRA: https://www.AdvantaIRA.com/ The Alternative Investing Advantage is brought to you by Advanta IRA.Advanta IRA does not offer investment, tax, or legal advice, nor do we endorse any products, investments, or companies that provide such advice and/or investments. This includes any investments promoted or discussed during the podcast as neither Advanta IRA nor its employees, have reviewed or vetted any investments, persons, or companies that may discuss their services during this podcast.  All parties are strongly encouraged to perform their own due diligence and consult with the appropriate professional(s) before entering into any type of investment.

When it comes to compelling locations to own a mobile home park in, college towns are at the top of the pack. But what makes college towns such successful settings for manufactured home communities? In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore why having a college or university in a market gives it superior firepower when it comes to housing.

Millions of investors are obsessed with the direction of interest rates. While that's a noble pursuit, there's a huge opportunity created by this distraction as far as mobile home parks are concerned. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to discuss why the late Sam Zell quote of “when everyone's looking left, look right” applies to much of what's going on right now.

While most mobile home park owners prefer the “parking lot” model in which all of the homes are strictly owned by the residents, in some cases even well-managed properties may engage in rentals for various reasons. And if you're going to rent mobile homes, it's essential that you have a system of rental inspections. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the necessity of inspections and how to perform them properly.

It's not uncommon to have lots of different sizes, but sometimes park owners have to make hard choices on how best to use their smallest parcels. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to discuss the different options for small lots and come to some mathematical conclusions on their most profitable uses.

In forging successful mobile home park deals, one of your most important tools is simply “thinking outside the box”. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review some of the most successful creative tactics to make deals work for both buyer and seller. As we'll discuss, today's winning buyer is a mixture of one part scientist and one part sculptor.

In this episode, I interview real estate investors and authors Mark and Kirsten Krikke where we talk all about profiting with midterm Airbnb rentals for mobile home investors.  You'll learn the following: How Mark and Kirsten got into this niche of midterm Airbnb rentals as real estate invstors Differences between short-term, midterm and long-term Airbnb rentals Why Mark and Kirsten prefer midterm Airbnb rentals and its advantages Property management tips as landlords of Airbnb rentals How Airbnb rentals can work for mobile home investors and why Process of marketing Airbnb rentals including how to fill and maintain properties as an Airbnb landlord  Resources available for real estate investors wanting to get started as Airbnb landlords Tools Mark and Kirsten use for their own Airbnb rental property business and more! We talk about all things Airbnb rentals for mobile home investors. Plus, Mark and Kirsten share helpful resources and advice to get started as an Airbnb landlord and real estate investor so be sure to tune in and listen to the end.  Support the Show: https://www.adventuresinmobilehomes.com/support Episode Show Notes: https://www.adventuresinmobilehomes.com/92

Join hosts Jake and Gino in this eye-opening episode of the Jake and Gino Podcast as they sit down with affordable housing advocate and mobile home developer Franco Perez. Franco shares his inspiring journey from growing up in California as an immigrant, struggling to afford housing, to becoming a pioneer in the affordable housing sector through innovative mobile home developments.Discover how Franco is transforming communities by debunking common myths about mobile homes, optimizing construction processes, and advocating for affordable, sustainable housing solutions. If you've ever wondered about the untapped potential of mobile home investments, this is an episode you can't miss!Key Highlights:Franco's journey from struggling immigrant to mobile home developerThe financial realities of mobile home ownership in high-cost areasThe stigma around mobile homes and how to overcome itHow mobile home parks are reshaping affordable housing solutionsInvestment opportunities in the mobile home sectorInnovative construction processes and faster build timelinesResources & Links:Franco's YouTube Channel: Franco Mobile HomesInstagram: @francosiliconvalleyConnect with Franco: www.franco.tvSubscribe for more insights on real estate, entrepreneurship, and creating long-term wealth! Chapters:00:00 - Introduction  00:50 - Franco's Backstory: From Immigrant to Affordable Housing Advocate  04:35 - Discovering the Potential of Mobile Homes  07:42 - The True Cost of Homeownership vs Renting  12:48 - Building Community and Value  15:57 - Community Amenities in Modern Mobile Home Parks  26:25 - How Mobile Home Investments Create Wealth  35:11 - Gino Wraps it Up  We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)

The late John Naisbitt coined the term “megatrend” to describe “long-term and transformative forces” that he saw in the U.S. economy. But all megatrends start small and grow over time, like the Mighty Oak. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the new “megatrends” that impact the mobile home park sector with predictions on their direction over time.

When you buy a mobile home park, one of the first decisions you have to make is whether to keep the existing manager or to replace them. Legacy managers often come with a book of knowledge but their potentially bad traits may make them toxic to your park's performance. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review the science behind making that choice correctly.

While municipal utilities are universally preferred, many mobile home parks have private water, sewer or both. Yet, in some cases, there is access to lines available to potentially convert the park over to the “city” utility equivalent. But should you consider doing so? In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review the important considerations needed to make the right decision.

Scott Turner is the new head of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. And he's bringing a new vision and mission that will impact many aspects of the mobile home park industry going forward – in a very positive way. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore Turner's new hot button topics.

While the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency is trying to reduce cost on a national level, many of these same principles apply to mobile home parks. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review the real-life methods to perform a DOGE study on your property and discuss many of the areas that virtually every mobile home park can do a better job in.

Every time a mobile home pulls out of a lot in your community, you lose a ton of money. Park owners have been pondering for years the magic of how to keep homes from leaving. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review the methods attempted over the years and explore the only real solutions to keeping occupied lots from becoming vacant.

Dan, James, and Alden Guajardo discussed the value of investing in mobile home notes, highlighting the increasing demand for manufactured housing due to affordability and the potential for higher returns. Connect with James and Alden here: https://www.mobilemailboxmoney.com/  Want to create your own seller-financed notes? MAKE SURE YOUR NOTES ARE SELLABLE, VALUABLE, AND COMPLIANT: https://calltheunderwriter.com/  Are you Ready to work with Dan to learn how to invest in notes yourself?   SMALL GROUP LIVE COACHING: https://www.fusionnotes.com/livetraining PREMIUM CONTENT: Get a roadmap that shows you a step-by-step path for being a note investor, https://fusionnotes.ac-page.com/gameplan NOTE INVESTING ONLINE COURSES: https://www.fusionnotes.com/courses/ DAN'S LINKS FOR PODCAST LISTENERS: https:www.fusionnotes.com/listeners Get the FREE EBOOK on How to Make Outsized Profits in Notes in 2025: https://fusionnotes.ac-page.com/newsletter-signup-page-podcast WEBSITE: https://fusionnotes.com

A mobile home park is like a chess board with many options to place your pieces, not just the ones that come with the owner's manual. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the reasons that you might want to change the positioning of your mobile homes, the typical rules regarding that customization, and where these slight park redesigns may be heading in the future.

We have been talking for years about the difficulty in building new mobile home parks. However, there has been a shift in the parable of how you can get a permit to build yet still be in a desirable area. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the new face of park development and why that's a great thing for the industry.

Dave Thomas, the founder of Wendy's, was the first to explore the necessity of "riding the wave". And his lessons learned transfer well to mobile home park management. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review what he meant, how he came to form this opinion, and how all mobile home park owners and managers need to embrace this important tenet.

Most community owners raise their rents annually, and typically in the Spring. As part of that process, they often have to get new leases and rules signed. Additionally, every time you buy a new mobile home park you are going to have to get new leases and rules executed. But how do you navigate that process? In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review the methodology to do this correctly.

In this episode, I interview real estate investor and expert Seth Williams where we talk about investing in land for mobile home investors.  You'll learn the following: How Seth got started in the niche of land investing as a real estate investor Seth's process of buying land and various exit strategies from beginning to end Marketing tips and tricks on finding motivated sellers when looking for land investing opportunities Passive income versus wholesaling strategies for land buying and selling  Thoughts on the market then versus now including where the opportunities are found Finding smaller vacant lots and how to price them  How Seth started out as a part-time real estate investor and his journey to becoming a successful land investor Out of state versus virtual land investing Team members involved and how to find them Seth's experience working with real estate agents and more!  We talk about all things land investing for mobile home investors. Plus, Seth shares helpful resources and advice to get started as a land investor so be sure to tune in and listen to the end.  Support the Show: https://www.adventuresinmobilehomes.com/support Episode Show Notes: https://www.adventuresinmobilehomes.com/91  

Much of the uncertainty in America ended with the November 5th election, and we now know who will be running things starting in 2025. But many investors don't realize that our starting point as a nation may be much different than what the media has conveyed to date. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast, we're going to review where things may really stand and what we can expect in the New Year.

Episode NotesVirginia Purnell sits down with Adrian Smude, author of How to Buy Mobile Homes and an expert in mobile home investing. Adrian shares his transformation from hobby landlord to full-time investor after an eviction forced him to find creative solutions.In this episode, Adrian shares:His unconventional path into real estate investing.How mobile homes provide a profitable niche in affordable housing.Overcoming negative stigmas associated with mobile homes.Strategies for scaling a mobile home investing business.Tips for marketing yourself and networking effectively.The importance of mindset, meditation, and morning routines for entrepreneurs.How to take massive, imperfect action and learn from failures.Adrian's story highlights the importance of adaptability, problem-solving, and leveraging unique opportunities in real estate. Learn more about Adrian's work at lifestyle-rei.com or email him at adrian@lifestyle-rei.com.Key Questions(00:53) Thanks for being with us. All right, so this entrepreneurial journey, not everybody gets evicted, but how else are you here with us today?(05:52) When you first talk to people about real estate investing with mobile homes, do you feel like there's a lot of negative stigma about it?(07:18) You rent them out then?(12:12) Then your tenants just get tenant insurance and they're covered, right?(13:43) All right, who is your ideal avatar?(15:01) How do you get in front of those people?(16:00) What social media channels are working for you?(16:46) Do you have any tips on marketing ourselves at network meetings?(20:40) What are some of the goals that you're looking to achieve in the next year or two?(23:28) Right now, with those current goals, what is the number one roadblock that's in the way of you achieving those?(26:12) Do you have any tips Is there anything on mindset behind being an entrepreneur?(30:39) What's the best advice you have ever received?(32:18) What's the best advice you've ever given?(36:00) Is there anything that you'd like to talk about or share with us that we haven't touched on yet?(37:06)  Where can we go to learn more about you and what you do?Adrian Smudewww.Lifestyle-REI.comPersonal Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/adrian.smudeLifestyle REI Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/LifestyleREIInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lifestyle_rei/Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriansmude/Twitter aka X https://twitter.com/LifestyleREIVirginia PurnellFunnel & Visibility SpecialistDistinct Digital Marketing(833) 762-5336virginia@distinctdigitalmarketing.comwww.distinctdigitalmarketing.comwww.distinctdigitalmarketing.co

We all know that banks like mobile home parks at what they call “stabilized occupancy” – which is around 80% full – and have less affection for those properties that have not yet hit that status. When you are looking at buying a mobile home park with significant vacancy, one smart starting point is to make sure that your “vacant” lot count is reflective of what should be truly available.

Mobile home park owners have to deal with rules and regulations like any other business and making sure you are in full compliance is essential. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to focus on what the standard regulations are and which agency is responsible for them.

Thinking about investing in real estate? Don't overlook mobile homes! Discover the potential and profit in a mobile home deal with Devin, as he provides key insights on how to inspect and invest in mobile homes. 

While most mobile home parks have direct access to roads and utilities, others share one or more of these with a neighboring property. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the concept of shared services and how to navigate that issue correctly.

Baby Boomers are aging and they make up a large segment of mobile home park residents. Will mobile homes meet their needs in the years ahead? In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review if mobile homes can fit the needs of seniors and offer a great living experience for them.

Let's assume you need to get your property looking good quickly. Maybe you have a bank inspection or a critical date for launching your marketing campaign to fill vacant homes. When you want to make major improvements in property appearance fast, here are some methods that cost very little but have a big impact and, in many cases, will last for a decent amount of time.

All businesses need to listen to their customers in order to better serve their needs–and mobile home parks are no different. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review the intricacies of getting fair and balanced resident input to help better steer your mobile home community.

There is one rule that defends the rights of mobile home park owners more than any other: legal-nonconformance, also known as “grandfathering”. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review why property rights are strong regardless of the state the park is located in, and why “grandfathering” is so hard for some city officials to comprehend and enforce fairly.

This year's Presidential election is probably the most stressful of all time as both parties could not be more diametrically opposite with platforms that share no commonality. However, regardless of who wins there is good news: not much is going to change. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review why you will be fine regardless of who win, so you can stop being upset about it.

The original layout for mobile home parks was a simple, straight street with homes placed on both sides of the lane. This is called a "shotgun" park and one of the greatest challenges to these early offerings is to make them attractive. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review some of the best steps to increase the aesthetics of this style of property to both retain and attract residents.

It should be the goal of every mobile home park owner to make sure that no home ever goes vacant. Part of being the caretaker of the property is to also be the catalyst to a happy resolution to any risk of a resident leaving without warning or the ability to mitigate the damage. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast, we're going to explore the reality of keeping a steady stream of rent from every lot in the park.

In a world in which everyone has abandoned Nikon cameras for cell phones, taking good pictures has become a lost art. And the end result can be poor home sales as you try to fill your vacant lots. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review how to take great photos and use them as an important tool to get your mobile homes sold.

There is a national push to attack landlords under what many call the “free rent movement”. This woke ideology is that landlords are inherently evil and that housing rent should be controlled by the government or – better yet – forced to be provided at no charge. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explain, in detail, why this movement is going nowhere, despite what some politicians may promise. 

Many park owners use commissions to promote achieving certain management targets. They are designed to be highly effective tools of motivation, but too many owners don't apply them properly or in the correct amounts. In this Mobile Home Park Mastey podcast we're going to review the strategy behind effecting commissions to hit your targets.

The United States has entered into uncharted territory regarding the premium it costs to own a home over rent one. From 1973 to 2022 the ratio of cost of ownership vs. renting averaged 1.03. It has now expanded to a mind-blowing 2.8 – nearly three times more. While the Biden administration has chosen to avoid this topic it needs to be addressed as it is going to impact rent levels nationwide and will bring about the largest increases in mobile home park lot rents in history in the years ahead.

As long as mobile homes are sold to fill vacant lots, there will always be a percentage of customers who will not make it to the of their mortgages. And with a recession officially arriving soon, the issue of home repossessions needs to be watched closely and planned for. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to drill down on the real facts regarding home defaults and how to proactively minimizing them.

It's election season, and there are wild claims hitting the media of how the Federal government can be used to create affordable housing. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to burst the bubble on these reckless claims and explore the two key solutions that nobody cares to talk about.

Roads are an essential responsibility of the park owner. Yet few people understand all the issues regarding what road widths are acceptable and what are not. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore and expose the key issues regarding proper road widths as well as some solutions to the most common problems.

BUSINESS INTERVIEW: Earning From Mobile Home Investing Welcome to Join Up Dots, the podcast that brings you the stories of remarkable entrepreneurs who have taken their passions and turned them into successful ventures. Today, we have a guest whose journey in the real estate world began back in 2002. His name is Adrian Smude, and he has crafted a career that perfectly balances professional success and personal fulfillment. Adrian's story is one of relentless learning and growth. With a thirst for knowledge and a drive to continuously improve, he has sought out and built relationships with some of the most respected mentors in the industry. He took the lessons they imparted, implemented them, and took decisive action. Through his dedication, Adrian has established a thriving business that truly fits his unique lifestyle and personality. His investments have spanned across various real estate niches, from notes and single-family homes to mobile homes in parks and property wholesaling. But it was in Mobile Homes with land that Adrian found his true calling. This focus has enabled him to develop an innovative system that supports his dream of geographical freedom, allowing him to manage his business from anywhere in the world. Adrian is not just a successful investor; he is also a passionate teacher. He believes in passing on the invaluable knowledge he has gained, inspiring others to pursue their passions and take action towards their goals. His mission is to educate and motivate people to create the life they've always dreamed of. So let's find out as we bring onto the show to start joining up dots with the one and only Adrian Smude.

In an America that is lacking in accountability, the city official – whether zoning or inspections – is a master at that craft. Yet how you interpret what they say can make the difference between buying the deal or walking it. And often you have to bring in reinforcements to protect you interests. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the science behind interacting with city officials.

Can you start investing in real estate with just $15,000? Yep, and mobile home investing is how you do it. We know what you're thinking, “I don't want to own trailers! I want to invest in “real” houses where the “real” money is at!” That's what today's guest John Fedro thought too some twenty years ago when he stumbled into mobile home investing, which, at the time, was even too embarrassing for him to share. But, over the past two decades, this at-first “embarrassing” investment has made him wealthy, and if you follow his lead, it can do the same for you. John has successfully made money with mobile homes in various ways: buying and flipping, wholesaling, renting, and seller financing, the main topic of today's episode. He provides a masterclass on how to make money buying and selling mobile homes, where you essentially take on the role of the bank. However, it's crucial to be cautious. Mishandling this could lead you into an ethical gray area and potentially harm your buyer. On the other hand, getting it right can create a win-win situation for both the buyer and seller while making you wealthy.  John shares his whole strategy, plus how he's getting into deals for $15,000 and often making DOUBLE his money and $400 per month (or more) cash flow per door when he seller finances these properties. If you want a way to get into real estate investing without a ton of cash but with the potential to make a serious return on your money, this may be your winning strategy. In This Episode We Cover The three “levels” of mobile home investing and how much each costs to get into The danger of seller financing the wrong way and how it can hurt your buyer Why you MUST background check EVERYONE you seller-finance a mobile home to One thing that new mobile home investors overlook that can ruin your properties The exit strategies you must know about to avoid losing money on your next deal Whether or not we would invest in mobile homes (and our concerns with seller financing)  And So Much More! (00:00) Intro (02:32) Seller Financing...Mobile Homes? (11:18) Win-Win Seller Financing  (16:52) 3 "Levels" of Mobile Home Investing (22:08) How Much to Invest?  (23:53) Cash Flow and Profit Numbers (26:51) What to Look Out For (32:38) New Investors, Do THIS!  (33:52) Would WE Invest In It? Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-976 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices