Quite a few of the parks in this area have been sold to investment companies lately. They will come in and add maybe a new clubhouse or a pool and make other cosmetic improvements. Then they will raise the rents to market levels in other parts of Florida. If you are in an older home they will find things wrong with it and ask you to spend thousands to improve it or get if off their property. There are some real horror stories about older residents who were basically forced out of their homes. Florida mobile home living used to be very reasonable but it is changing fast. Be aware.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

What park do you live in? I have only seen one group with that MO and they have bought around 20 parks in FL. That said, there are hundreds of parks in good hands that offer great opportunities. Helping buyers beware of the pitfalls and providing education and resources to make a smart decision are what this channel is all about. That's why I am developing the next level of education this fall.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

There are some new players coming into Florida. It's only a very small number of parks but if you are a buyer you really need to understand what these groups offer and expect. I will be covering that in the upcoming eduaction opportunity being presented to Inner Circle Members.

I lived on Seabird island (your introduction pic) for 5 years (1982-1987) right smack tab in the middle of the island in the only house available besides the the mobile homes. It was owned by Robert Davis (Doc) our very dear friend. So many happy memories there! Thank-you for posting this video.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Wow, that's really something. So nice of you to comment! Bet you would be amazed what homes there (many I bet the same that were there back then) are going for today.

Thanks for video, this is very interesting!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Just moved from a park in Port Orange lot rent has almost doubled in 3 years and the trailers have tripled in price the last couple years ... Its worth it anymore!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Which park was that? I hope it wasn't featured in this video. 😂

@brucekimbrell1258

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL no I have not seen it here.. Its a great location but with the flooding . small lots and high rent.. I'm out!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

@@brucekimbrell1258 I have seen s a few communities that were recently purchased (by the same group) where lot rents went way up and they jacked the rate new buyers had to pay by as much as 30%. Frankly I'm surprised more don't leave under these circumstances but perhaps it makes the homes too hard to sell.

I appreciate the detailed video. You always do a nice job Russ. Keep up the good work.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Very good video. This is my area of the state. Well it was before I headed to the west side of the state. Was a Police Officer in Port Orange. Very good community. Lots to offer. Plenty of stores, shopping, and restaurants. Minutes to the beach. Close to highways. All of the communities listed are very nice.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info, glad you liked the video!

Thank you, Russell, This is an area of interest to me, so I'll be returning to watch this video multiple times. Didn't realize there are so many choices.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

This is about 25% of what's available in the area but it is representative. Join my Inner Circle (free) and download a complete list for the state. www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources If you are looking for a guide to researching and selecting communities, I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ

Come over to Daytona now and see how many of those parks got flooded. Most are old and are in low areas. The park down the road from me had air boats going around trying to rescue people.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Elevation and flooding potential are definitely a consideration when choosing parks. Which parks? Are any of the parks featured in the video among those you saw with flooding?

Oh yeah! Another video! Thank you, Russ. I am addicted to your channel! I really enjoy how you show a little bit about the area that you are filming in. Your personal comments about the Daytona Speedway were fun. I am going to make a couple recommendations for your consideration, which I think may appeal to your audience. I would like to see more on the cost of actually living in the parks you tour. The current lot rent, selling price of homes in the park, etc. would be helpful. While driving around, you could point out a few homes forsale, with their asking price. You could show a pricier home, and a more budget friendly home in each park. I know you have done this on previous videos, and it is very informative for those actually toying with the idea of moving to a manufactured home community. Just some thoughts...

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. I try to get folks an idea of what might be available in general with my videos on individual homes for sale. The time and effort required to locate homes for sale in each park, verify the selling data, and film those specific sections of the park (which may not be indicative of the overall park) is prohibitive. Also, in markets seen in the last year or so, there are very few homes for sale. Lastly, this info is of little value 3 months or more down the road but I hope these videos provide new buyers insight into this lifestyle for many years to come.

We took a tour of the Port Orange area and looked at several homes in Laurelwood Estates. That is a very nice deed-restricted community.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

5 ай бұрын

I thought so too assuming you're not really interested in amenities. Nicely kept community and you own the lot.

Many thanks Russell for your many videos. Never knew about any of the particulars of the MH communities in Florida until I found your channel. ROCs seemed best for us. We are in the process of buying a home now in a large ROC in Leesburg. We should be residing there by the end of the month. Thanks again 👍👍

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Great! Be sure to let me know how that works out!

Nice overview of a bunch of Parks. Russ gives you enough information to get started. The Due Diligence is up to the buyer. Thanks Russ

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Well said! This fall we will be creating an opportunity for buyers to have a much better understanding of the choices and ramifications so buyers can better do their due diligence.

Would like to see more on where you own the land. Love watching your videos.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

There are several on that topic and most done on an area include communities where you either own your lot or are a CoOp.

@Florida Manufactured Homes Living I like rules, maintain order, peace and quiet Daytona beach looks great, great choices.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Glad we can help!!!

Great info.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great information

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Great video ,very informative..Would you ever think of doing Crystal RIVER ,Hommossasa area ty much...

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

I've been to Homosassa and have a friend that lives in a park there so sure, it's in the future!

Thanks Russ, would love to see what Ormond Beach has to offer.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Coming soon! - There's another large group of communities up there yet to do.

@noreenn6976

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL awesome, thanks Russ. I'm trying to stay positive that I will find a community I can afford.

@jimwavect

Жыл бұрын

Was looking myself at listings in this area over the past year and noticed that Ormond Beach has much higher lot rents than Daytona or Port Orange. Hundreds higher per month!

The North Daytona area. Thank you

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

I plan to get up to Ormond Beach/North Daytona but first I need to figure out why Daytona is the least popular area I have filmed.

@melvinjacobs2328

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL A lot of crime, and during bike week, Biketoberfest, and the 2 race weeks, you are basically a prisoner in your home or community. I worked for the Daytona News journal for 22 years, so I know what happens there.

I'd ask you to come do this in Tallahassee but we don't have that many parks. There are not even places that sell them anymore. Most of our mobile homes got sold to outlaying more "country" land areas. Perry Florida sells a lot of them as does Live Oak and Lake City too, I believe. I think we only have one park left in our city limits. Being the "fancy" Capital City I think the city thinks they are not nice enough. I lived in one on our far west side when I was 11 but that was when dinosaurs still roamed! THANK YOU FOR UR VIDS!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Tallahassee is quite a hike for me. If I had to guess, I would say whatever parks there once were, they were long ago sold for other land uses. The surrounding rural areas have a lot of manufactured homes on private land.

If you could make it to Lake County: Mt Dora, Tavares, Eustis & Leesburg, that would be great!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

I plan to get up that way. Which parks interest you?

@TropicTrdr

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL I bought an old trailer in a place called Riverest in Tavares that's right on the Dora Canal. It's the second one on the right at the entrance and it's a project. There's 2 or 3 others along the canal that are inexpensive and have an Olf Florida vibe. There's several ownership parks around as well. Lake County is very laid back and Tavares has several Tiki Bars and an Irish Pub on the waterfront about 5 minutes away.

I am dreaming Sun shine Florida ( I am living in Washington State ) I have 8 more years to retire. One day I will be there. Thank you.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

You can do it!

Hi Russ, We love your channel! Thanks for all your info! Do you do any consulting privately? We are considering buying a manufactured home and are reading the prospective of a property and it’s kind of insane! Are you familiar with the larger communities around Sarasota? Thanks for any insight!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Sorry, I do not sell homes or offer personal consultation; preferring to reserve the time I have available for producing educational materials. With over 21,000 subscribers, I would be quickly overwhelmed if I tried. If you have a specific question related to a video, just put it in the comments so all can benefit from the answer. If you are looking for general guidance on choosing a community, may I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes ; The Land-Lease Option. amzn.to/3c3UMPJ The website offers this and many more resources for finding, purchasing, and maintaining the right home for you: www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources I will be offering a very limited number of Inner Circle members an opportunity for the next level of education and an opportunity to work directly with me. This will include in depth coverage of prospectus documents.

Russ--how about Port St. Lucie for your next video? Thank you.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

I did Jensen Beach. There are some nice communities in PSL, Thanks for the suggestion!

Hello, and thanks for the great information. Do you have any thoughts on the Crystal River Village community?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Ай бұрын

Recommending parks is like recommending cars. Everyone has a different budget, tastes, and goals. Factors such as area, proximity, amenities, age, home prices, lot rent, etc. create too many variables. My ideal park, just like my ideal pair of shoes, won't fit you. You need to identify your needs, narrow down your choices, and then contact the park(s) to see what's available. We go into this much deeper in our FREE Workshop, Sign up to be notified of the workshop availability here: fmhla.mykajabi.com/mh-new-buyer

They are exciting. If you could speak about the price of the land and ownership, this would be an interest to me, and I am sure a lot of others

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

If you are interested in owning your lot these videos should answer a lot of questions: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y2SZpaWTmtvfepM.html

Hi Ross, I'm new to your channel, I enjoy it a lot. We are thinking in purchasing a full time retiring manufactured home in a 55+ (or not) community in West Palm Beach County or Broward County, do you have any advice?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Join my Inner Circle (free) and download a complete list for the state. www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources If you are looking for a guide to researching and selecting communities, I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ

I would like to see the Lakeland area!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

OK, here you go: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIt-laaom9rbZbA.html

Could you please do a video on Hillsborough county and Pinellas county parks? Next to the Lakeland and Sebring areas, the Tampa/St. Pete/Clearwater area would be my 3rd choice.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Whew - that's a few months of work. I have videos on Lakeland kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIt-laaom9rbZbA.html and Sebring kzread.info/dash/bejne/m6mkzdZuh8fIk9I.html . Zephyrhills is on the radar as is WinterHaven. Check out all my videos in the videos tab kzread.info

@orion3706

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL I watched your video on Lakeland this morning (I've watched it several times) with my wife. We really like Mas Verde, and one other which the name escapes me. I'd have to say Mas Verde is in 1st place so far, but we have a lot of time to decide. Your videos are absolutely wonderful and I look forward to each one. PLEASE don't stop making them. May God bless you and your family this Christmas season!

Have you done anything about New Smyrna beach? I was there in 2003, and I really liked it.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

It's one of my top 5 places in Florida! I haven't done a video there but will likely combine it with south Port Orange and Edgewater for an upcoming video.

@darcihoudeshell2588

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL Thanks! I'll keep my eyes peeled for the video.

Would like to see Palm Bay area lot owners resorts. With all amenities and option to build on your lot. Or put a manufactured home on.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Hey Mike, Happy Holidays! Check out Palm Bay Colony in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y2SZpaWTmtvfepM.html and take a look at nearby Barefoot Bay in this one: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZnuTqMWTf73cXag.html

Bonita Springs/Ft Myers area would be great.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

I started already with north Fort Myers: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aYaE1M5vn7CamrQ.html

Great information on the Daytona area. Could you do one on the Jacksonville area? My husband is retired from the military and we would like to be within 20 miles of a military installation, but not in south Florida.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

It's quite a hike for me but I may get there some day. What about Cocoa Beach?

@stevenscoggins170

Жыл бұрын

Sandra, Have you considered the panhandle of Florida? There are military bases at Pensacola, Ft Walton, and just east of Panama City Beach.

@sandraswarts9186

Жыл бұрын

@@stevenscoggins170 I have, but they are hit with too many hurricanes. Jacksonville seems to be in a sweet spot that doesn't get the full strength of the hurricanes. Besides, my cousin lives in St. Augustine.

@sandraswarts9186

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL It's a little further south than I would like, but it is a consideration.

Amendment 11? Does it make the large trees the responsibility of the homeowner? We drove past the island community on the way home from a race one year. Delightful and a bit frightening with hurricanes in mind.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Yes, and more. I'll be teaching a select group this fall how to obtain these documents and what to look for. With the number of large trees in some yards you could be talking thousands every year an much more if ever a major storm hits. This is true in many parks but that one has a lot of trees!

Thank you nice video have you done a video in Melbourne/ Palm bay if so whats it called ?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Not yet!, Although I did one on the beachside communities in Melbourne kzread.info/dash/bejne/dYqGlrSnesqphtI.html. Melbourne will be coming up soon. It's a great city.

Thank you...anything around the ocala area

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion!

Russ, what 55 mobile home park do you feel is the best value for the money (regardless of leased lot vs owned) within 1 hour driving distance to Apopka FL that would be closest to a beach? I don't like Apopka itself.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Recommending parks is like recommending cars. Everyone has a different budget, tastes, and goals. Factors such as area, proximity, amenities, age, home prices, lot rent, etc. create too many variables. My ideal park, just like my ideal pair of shoes, won't fit you. You need to identify your needs, narrow down your choices, and then contact the park(s) to see what's available. My book is a great starting place for your search. The advice given is applicable to ROCs as well. Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes - The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ

Pleas more information about price and facilities

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

There are a lot of problems posting lot rents in videos. First, they are often specific to the lot so a park can have many different lot rents. Second, they change every year so three years from now someone interested in this area will be commenting on how disappointed they were when they found all the rents I disclosed were way lower than they were told when they got to the park. (Videos cannot be edited once posted even if I wanted to try to update them all every year) Third, I could make a mistake and cause folks to claim I was falsely promoting a particular park or had it way overpriced which would upset the park owner. I do present the lot rent when we video a particular home and note that it is at the time of sale. This helps folks see what a bargain a home is (or not). The only way to get an accurate lot rent for a park is to call them or get it on a particular home from the seller. (Even then you need to be careful as discussed in a recent tip sent to Inner Circle members). Facilities would be too numerous to list and not many would sit through such a video. This presentation gives you an idea of the area and a visual on examples of what's available. The research you need to do is detailed in my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ You can find a ton of resources on our website: Florida Manufactured Home Living - Website www.floridamfghome.com/ And if you join our Inner Circle (free) you can download a companion list of park links and info for this and other videos, a park list for the state, and more: www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources

Thanks for such great KZread channel. I am in California and would love to retire in Florida. In Which one of these properties can I own the lot ? How can I find out if there are any lots for sale in one of these communities? Thanks for your help.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Homes where you own the lot are sold through Real Estate agents. Just do a google search for homes in the area.

How about Hacienda del Rio in Edgewater

Had a girlfriend who was in Lakeview.. I was gonna move there.. it didn't work out between us . To bad . I liked the place.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Sorry it didn't work out. I had a few of those in my youth 😎

Hi russ, I'm more interested in owned lots. Do you have a video of lists of those??

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 ай бұрын

I have a couple videos that talk about Resident Owned Communities and MH on your own lot ( kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZnuTqMWTf73cXag.html&pp=gAQBiAQB ) but there are no "lists" that I know of for either.

Among these parks, which are in Port Orange, and are any of them ROCs? Even though I prefer the Gulf Coast side of Florida, my late girlfriend's daughter and grandkids live in Port Orange, and it would be nice to get closer to them.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

There is a very small CoOp called DAYTONA TWIN OAKS, It looks pretty run down though. There are a lot of subdivisions. Some are deed restricted communities and some are wide open.

Parkwood Mobile home Park in Port Orange

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Ай бұрын

How's the lot rent there?

@jeffreydelallo7311

Ай бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL not too bad a lot rent is 650 a month

I'm interested in just land and choose my home later

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

OK.

Are there any > 55 mobile home parks near Jacksonville or inland

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Join my Inner Circle (free) and download a complete list for the state. www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources If you are looking for a guide to researching and selecting communities, I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ

Resort living

Hi, will you cover the Central Florida area north of Sebring north in the U.S. 27 corridor to Leesburg? I'm going to retire in 6 years and want to see what communities you recommend there. Thanks!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

There are a few groups of communities to look at there. I'll get over there to do some videos I'm sure.

@dennisud

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL Thanks, I like how you go into detail in your videos. 👍🏽

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

I’m on a fixed income and I’m interested in finding a place can you guide me to find my perfect place thank y!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Sorry, I do not sell homes or offer personal consultation; preferring to reserve the time I have available for producing educational materials. With over 20,000 subscribers, I would be quickly overwhelmed if I tried. If you have a specific question related to a video, just put it in the comments so all can benefit from the answer. If you are looking for general guidance on choosing a community, may I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes ; The Land-Lease Option. amzn.to/3c3UMPJ To download community lists, join my Inner Circle (free) The website offers this and many more resources for finding, purchasing, and maintaining the right home for you: www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources

@Dtp249

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

OM gosh my Aunt is moving back to the states from Costa Rica. She’s looking for a retirement community. How do I contact you?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Sorry, I do not sell homes or offer personal consultation; preferring to reserve the time I have available for producing educational materials. With over 22,000 subscribers, I would be quickly overwhelmed if I tried. If you have a specific question related to a video, just put it in the comments so all can benefit from the answer. If you are looking for general guidance on choosing a community, may I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes ; The Land-Lease Option. amzn.to/3c3UMPJ To download community lists, join my Inner Circle (free) The website offers this and many more resources for finding, purchasing, and maintaining the right home for you: www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources

Lady Lake area

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

OK, thanks for the suggestion!

I'm 53 could I be accepted

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

The 55+ designation requires 80% of the households in the park to have at least one member 55 or older. It is up to the park owner and prospectus documents to decide what to do with the other 20%. Some keep it at 55+ - others have various ages they set as a lower limit. See this video for more on 55+ communities: kzread.info/dash/bejne/mmGYtZh8qLnQfpc.html The policy regarding the 20% who do not have to be 55+ varies widely from park to park and is sometimes left up to the park manager. If you see parks that say something like 45+, those are 55+ parks that are allowing (some) younger people. Another scenario that may cause an exception to be made is when you are buying a home (mostly new homes) directly from the park. To get a definitive answer you must call the specific park. Parks owned by the same outfit can and do have different policies.

The Devil is in the Details in these Communities. Do your Homework...

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

That's the very reason for this channel. I can't count the number of folks I have met who had no idea what they were signing up for!

@Dtp249

Жыл бұрын

That’s why I need you !

@Dtp249

Жыл бұрын

WhT is deed restrictions?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

@@Dtp249 When the community is first developed lots are sold with "restrictions" that govern some aspects of what you can do on the property and sometimes your required participation in the community. These can range from something simple like never being able to further subdivide the lot to a large set of rules and required participation in an HOA. The idea is to preserve whatever structure the developer of the community had in mind. In theory, you wouldn't buy into such a property unless you agreed with the restrictions.