Thank you Russel I enjoyed listening to this video. Lovely places you showed.

Thanks Russ,another consideration to think about.

Thank you Russ awesome information 👍

Can't do much on 650 per month. Thank God for umbrella's I enjoy your video's

More than the stated benefits, the fact of the present trend of trailer/mobile home parks being sold out from under the existing residences, will be your best selling point.

Thank you great video ‼️

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

Informative

Russ... Your low-key, comfortable presentations are a joy watch. I would like to find a moderately priced CO-OP between Bonita Springs and Bradenton.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

Great video very informative and did know a thing about this subject. God bless.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you for a little info.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Good job 👍 good information TKS 😁

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great video

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

This video is very helpful

@RussellWatsonFMHL

5 ай бұрын

Great! Check out our website for more resources: www.floridamfghome.com/

I am looking into moving myself and my senior mom to Florida this year. I really enjoy your information and look forward to your videos.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! I'll be back in production in the next couple weeks. Just getting our Inner Circle and the path to our course on selecting a home & community polished up a bit.

Great job of today's content, very much enjoyed it and agree with all of your assessments.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

Thank u

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

No problem

Your a good friend selling my mobile home in Arizona and driving down just trying to decide Atlantic or Gulf

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Yup, lots of good to say about either choice!

I've looked and looked to try to find some sort of master list of co op communities in Florida with no luck. The one or two I've come across, I bookmarked and check in periodically to see if they have any homes listed for sale. Co Ops are like the holy grail of MH living in Florida to me and have the same appeal as rent controlled property in NYC.... and seem to be just as hard to find...

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

You can request a list for a particular county on the website. I showed this in the video. There were homes for sale in all three of the parks Iin this video. Also, be sure to catch my next video on a large Recreation District. It's another alternative where you OWN the Land.

@militagonzalez366

2 жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL , can you please send me an updated list of homes where you own the land but not too expensive . Can you provide the link here ??? Thank you !

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

@@militagonzalez366 Please see my replies above. I do not have lists with prices nor do I know of any. It's something you have to research county by county for the area you want to live in.

@artfordlowery490

2 жыл бұрын

I'LL I'LL DEFINITELY LIKE FLORIDA 🤷 IT'S GOOD WINTER WEATHER I'D CHECKED OUT SOME MOBLE HOMES, THANK GOD 🙏 WHEN I'D SOLD MY HOUSE UP 🏠 IN BALTIMORE MARYLAND AND MOVED DOWN HERE TO NORTH CAROLINA, AND HAD A CUSTOM HOUSE BUILT 🏠 2/6 EXTEAR WALLS AND 8 FOOT CELINGS, 2000 SQUARE. FOOT ,TAXES 17OO YEAR 800 INSURANCE AND LESS THAN 100 DOLLARS 💵 MO UTLITES

@artfordlowery490

2 жыл бұрын

@@militagonzalez366 GOOD 👍 LUCK WITH THAT, I'D DEFINITELY SPENT A LOTS OF MONEY 💰 AND TIME IN FLORIDA, THE PARK OWNERS DON'T WANT TO SALE THE LAND AND MOBLE HOMES, WHEN YOU PURCHE THE LOT AND MOBLE HOME, YOU DEFINITELY NEED DEEP POCKETS.

I really like the information on your channel. I notice the vast majority of the places you cover are in the southern part of the state. No locations in the northern part of the state?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

I live in Fort Pierce and was the FMO District President for this area so it's where I started. I'll be pushing further out into the state this year.

you never SAY you website in your videos. I had to dig to find it. SAY IT PROUD!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, it should be In the description. I try not to push too much stuff on folks in every video. Glad you like the website!

Can you do a segment on Rv communities that are resident owned.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry John, I really know very little about R/Vs and R/V Campgrounds. Might be something I'll look at in the future.

Good to know!!!! I am living in State of Washington and looking for a place that I can retire in 2030. Thank you!!!!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Stay tuned - many more videos coming on communities across the state.

Francis one in sebring fl that has someots that are coop 99 year lease and allow 2 dogs 🐕

I am interested

Lots with water viee

You show all this beautiful homes , but the most important is how much it cost a month in thous homes including expenses, that's what the public like to to know

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

There are a lot of problems posting lot rents and other costs in these 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. To add in monthly expenses, which are unique to each home, is impossible. It is up to the buyer to research the areas and homes he/she are interested in and get up to date costs for comparison. If you want help comparing homes and parks I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes - The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ

I was looking up around the Florida panhandle and I couldn't find anything. I found one in foley alabama.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

I don't think there are any ROCs in that area.

Busy doesn’t mean they aren’t quiet. 😊

Russell I enjoyed the video, are there any co-ops that accept large dogs?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

4 ай бұрын

I don't know. Unfortunately there is no registry for pet rules. It's part of the research needed before buying a home.

Good to learn about different types of ownership but why the mariachi music LOL????

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Because life in these communities can be one continuous party!

I have a question I would like to know Which mobile home parks do Canadians live in majority in the whole State of Florida .. Much appreciated 👁🙏🏼🌻

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

I have no idea. I'm not aware of anyone keeping that data.

Service dogs must be allowed

I was looking for you Recreation District video but didn't see it. I have been searching owned-land 55+ MH communities in SWFL. I have so far found only one (Lazy Days Village Ft Myers). They seem to be a more rare type. Are there more?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

You can request a statewide CoOp list by joining our Inner Circle. It's Free! www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources There may be other ROCs, such as subdivisions, but lists are not readily available. Check Real-Estate listings in the area for manufactured homes. The Barefoot Bay video is here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZnuTqMWTf73cXag.html

Hello ! I'm interested in Pinellis and Pasco County resident owned parks. Thank you !

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

OK, please use the form on the website as shown in the video.

Do you have any suggestions over by Tampa/port richey

@RussellWatsonFMHL

4 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 MH New Buyers course. I am holding a workshop (free) over the next couple weeks if you are interested. Sign up right away though, It will close shortly. Click here for more info: fabulous-innovator-2671.ck.page/ab522a8196

New to the channel, enjoying the content. Suggestion, would be really helpful if the town/city location was included in the title of the video.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

With communities in three counties, I'm not sure what I might have put without getting too wordy. The idea for that video was to contrast three sizes of CoOps. I like your suggestion though and I did that with my most recent video: Florida Retirement Communities - Manufactured Homes - Punta Gorda

@noreenn6976

2 жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL that makes sense. Yes I liked the Punta gorda video, I knew in advance where you were.

How rigid is the age restriction on the second occupier? I am 58 and my wife is 43. Would I generally be wasting my time considering these communities as a realistic option for us?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Not at all. I have seen a couple (out of hundreds) that limit residents to 45 but most are anywhere from 18 - 40. See my video on 55+ for greater detail: kzread.info/dash/bejne/mmGYtZh8qLnQfpc.html

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My husband and I are interested in a mobile home I was wondering if we go to a mobile home dealership do they have lists of these of vacant lots available especially the parks in fl where you own the property. My brother in law bought a mobile home in a beautiful community in fl and all he pays is 2400 a yr that’s it besides his home owners ins and of course water power , they supply basic cable 2 pools clubhouse and it’s a security guard at the gate very beautiful clean and well maintained great amenities

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

You can request a statewide CoOp list by joining our Inner Circle. It's Free! www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources There may be other ROCs, such as subdivisions or condo communities, but lists are not readily available. I feature many of these in my area videos. Also check Real-Estate listings in the area for manufactured homes. 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 Much of what we present applies to ROCs as well. We go into this much deeper in our MH New Buyers course, Sign up to be notified of the next course availability here: fmhla.mykajabi.com/

In the 2 videos I have seen from you most of the parks are in central and eastern Florida, what about the gulf coast?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

I live on the east coast, so that's where I started. I've done a couple in the middle but none yet on the gulf coast. There are a couple of parks there I want to cover. Through my past work with FMO, I am pretty familiar with most parks in the state and have friends in quite a few on the gulf coast. For the purposes of educating folks on the types of communities out there, there are good examples of almost every type closer to me. I plan a series of videos on areas of Florida, highlighting parks in each area. This will include most of the west coast.

@jeannieleidig1981

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Should be very careful buying in a Co-op park, for resale purposes. Co-ops will only qualify for a non-qualified mortgage, which means much higher intrest rates and then limited to one or two lenders.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

4 ай бұрын

True, a different kind of loan. But there simply is no one shoe that fits all and in fact there are many who are very happy in CoOps. The key is in figuring out the right choice for you.

Where I'm at you buy your home and land and pay dues to cover roads and amenities and cost to run everything,but I'd love to sell and move closer to family I'm in Texas but family in Florida most my Tex family passed or moved to Florida

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

We have those communities in Florida too. See my video on Barefoot Bay kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZnuTqMWTf73cXag.html

Buying a share seems to be more about pride. I am going to pay upwards of 50k to save an average of 300 a month on lot rent? It will take me 13 years to break even.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

3 ай бұрын

Well, your math is spot on and I know at least one salesperson in a CoOp who rents when he could easily buy a share based upon that same logic. But times they are a changing. I suggest you watch my latest video on CoOps: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oXV61LefZqivp9Y.html

Is it still there after hurricanes

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Yes, as are hundreds of other communities. There certainly were parks in the storms path that were affected. There were even more conventional homes, buildings, bridges, and other major structures. A CAT4 hurricane is a very destructive. Unfortunately pics of mobile homes trashed sell "news" so that's all you see. None of these parks were affected any more than the rest of Florida.

Before your video starts, the "caption" says "co-ops, as low as $72/month" Where can I find more info about that? I'm a 71 yr old single lady with very low Social Security to live on. Can you direct me to a place to find this? Thanks!

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

That was in Hammock Estates. The link to their website is in the video description.

@daughterbeloved9901

2 жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL are they the only park with this price?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

@@daughterbeloved9901 I have no idea. There are hundreds of CoOps in FL and I'm not aware of a "price list".

@deborraholiveri6202

2 жыл бұрын

I'm in same situation. I'm interested too. It's really a struggle being single, a senior, finding a nice place living on Social Security and a small pension. I'm just 70.

@kibblenbits

Жыл бұрын

You would need to be approved by the park first, have enough money (which would be in the thousands) to purchase and maintain an approved manufactured home, plus the utilities/insurance. It's not just $72. per month to rent a mh there, that's only for people who own a mh in that park and are part of the co-op.

Can you do Sarasota

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Sarasota , Bradenton, and Fort Myers are in the plan for this year. Next up for area shoots is Lakeland.

Wow I enjoy your video bud, my wife and I are in the process of purchasing a mobile Home, my wife is 28 and I’m 30 we have 3 small kids, we can buy the home however we have to move the mobile home out and bring it to a different park, my question is beside the LOT rent per month is there any other charges or extra fees per month?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

There can be quite a few. Taxes, water,sewer, lawn care, and trash come to mind. Have you given any thought to moving it to your own lot?

@djimmysoung4902

2 жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL I will love to move to my own lot, How do I do that?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

@@djimmysoung4902 That varies by state. But the basics are to decide on an area you want to live in, talk to the applicable zoning/building department to find out where you can put a mobile or manufactured home, locate a lot for sale, prep the lot, move the home there, hook up utilities, and enjoy no lot rent.

@djimmysoung4902

2 жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL is there a link or a website you can share with me for that, I’ll love to move any where in Florida as long the place is very nice and they are willing to work with me

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Not that I know of. There are also lots available in many Resident Owned Communities. You can join my Inner Circle (free) and download a list for the state, Also see my video on Barefoot Bay for examples of lots available in subdivisions. It will take some effort on your part to put it together but you will be building something that is more likely to appreciate and be tuned into a down payment on a larger home as the needs of your family grow. You can try the Florida Housing Coalition www.flhousing.org/?fbclid=IwAR3S10DpWhCg-tVnHm2eE9xiP2AQxo2UgXJX-Aa9lSxVJwc8leEgNoc6HbA for possible agencies to assist you. Call real estate agents in the area you are interested in and ask for referrals if the agent doesn't handle lots of that nature. Go onto the FB groups I have listed on the website and post your needs. It's a whole lot easier to just find someone to pay lot rent to (which will increase every year) but at your age private land makes much more sense. Join facebook.com/groups/mobilehomelivingremodels if you want to meet a whole lotta folks who have done this AND get a zillion ideas for remodeling your home. Several of my videos on resident owned communities show empty lots. You can get financing for this just like land if your credit is good and you have the income required. Hope this helps.

Would like to know what resident owned parks that have new homes or vacant land to put your own home on. Tired of looking

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Many that I have visited have both available. I suggest you first narrow your choice to an area and then use our processes to evaluate parks. Look for websites - they usually list new homes and lot availability on websites. You can join our Inner Circle and download a complete list of CoOps for the state. Unfortunately data on subdivisions and condo communities is a bit harder to come by but I do feature them in videos done on particular cities or areas.

Can you get home owners insurance on these places or how does that work?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. There are companies and agencies, listed on the website. There are some key years to consider. Pre-1976 are not HUD certified and are harder to insure. 1994 and later were built to withstand higher winds and may be less expensive to insure. i have a 1986 and its about $2K/year near the coast.

I have a question. I am located a 1980 mobile home. The all season room is on a concrete pad but the house itself is on concrete blocks. There is a pond about 100 yards away on another property with a chain link fence between them. I am very concerned that being in central Florida if the mobile home is not on a concrete pad the mobile home is not sturdy. They say it does have tie downs because it is a law since 1979. Is that a deal breaker that it doesn't have a concrete pad under the Homan the pond so close. I'm desperate. I've never owned a mobile home and I need to decide now weather to pull the trigger on the place. Thanks so much

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

I can tell you that virtually every mobile home in Florida - even brand new ones - are on concrete block pillars. My recommendation is to have a qualified inspector look it over before you buy.

I watched this video with interest. My park, formally Sunny Acres Mobile Home Park, was recently sold to Hugh Reid, a name you may be familiar with as he owns at least 28 corporations that I know of here in FL. My problem is he raised the lot rent $150, bringing our monthly total to $806. This is not a high end park. No pool or clubhouse, no cable or activities. Only lawncare, water and the dumpster are paid for. The trailers are all approximately 50 years old, the owners mostly retired on fixed income. Do we have any recourse? Other than moving?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

There are a couple Sunny Acres in FL. Is this the one in Bradenton now listed under Gemstone Communities? Florida statute FS 723.037 lays out the process for your HOA or a majority of affected residents to follow if you feel a rent increase is unreasonable. You have 30 days after receiving the 90 day notice of increase from the park owner.

@Shay-ik1xq

2 жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL This the former Sunny Acres in Naples. And Thank you for the reply. I will look at the statute and galvanize the residents. I'll keep you informed. Btw, this is now known as Par 4.

@christinemarlo5672

2 жыл бұрын

The greed continues.

@cccc8643

2 жыл бұрын

@@christinemarlo5672 ms christine im in cali n my new apts owner is trying to illegally shut down my irs fed. affordable contracted property. im about to fed charge him. these greedy prop owners will keep on going until the usa is totally homeless and death jumping from wallstreet buildings like the 1920's. depression

@Sarahdrybones

2 жыл бұрын

@@cccc8643 so sad

Are there any of these 55+ co-ops in northern Florida? Pets ok too.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

You can request a statewide CoOp list by joining our Inner Circle. It's Free! www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources

How about further south towards Fort Myers or North Fort Myers allowing pets

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

I have Ft. Myers on my list of areas to cover this year. In the meantime, join my Inner Circle (free) and download a complete coop list for the state. www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources If you want a guide to choosing a community may I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes - The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ

@candacebradshaw2315

2 жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL thank you

Pero lo malo que no permiten rentarlo

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Yes, most resident owned communities prohibit purchasing for the purpose of renting.

You should do something up to date

@RussellWatsonFMHL

3 ай бұрын

Here's a list of ROC related videos. The latest is on CoOps and was done in Dec. kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y2SZpaWTmtvfepM.html&pp=gAQBiAQB

Any places in st Augustine

@RussellWatsonFMHL

6 ай бұрын

One or two - 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

Does HOA fee include property tax?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

No. each member pays property tax on their share. It's usually not a huge amount.

Any further north

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

In the video I show how to request a list of CoOps for a specific county.

Any co-ops in Texas?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I don't know much about Texas.

Are there any investment opportunities as far as trailer park owners. ?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

5 ай бұрын

I'm sure there are. Check out Mobile Home University/Frank Rolfe

Does Texas have roc's

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

I don't know. Never been to Texas!

Don't trailers blow away in hurricanes?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

The conundrum with that worry is how so many manufactured and mobile homes (including ALL of these) are still there and in great shape after 30 - 50 years' worth of hurricanes in Florida. In fact, there are hundreds of thousands of 1990 and earlier that somehow survived.......And, while I see headline grabbing photos of mobile homes destroyed by hurricanes every few years, I see demolished cars and fatalities on the highways almost daily. Doesn't mean I stop driving ... Also, some locations are less prone than others. Being just a little inland makes a big difference, too. See my video on choosing a location: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZX9opNOPddbWf9o.html

Hi. I currently live in Las Vegas, and will need to move in a year. I am looking at ROCs as I feel that I have more security if I am an owner. Is it possible to have a really nice tiny home built on the lot or am I restricted to a traditional mobile home floorplan?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Every ROC is different. There may be some traditional MH ROCs that allow that. But there are also R/V ROCs where a tiny home or park model might be allowed. I recommend you do some searching on Google for things like TINY HOME in Florida or R/V resident owned communities in Florida.

@cinnahunter3239

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL Thank you! I learned so much from your videos, and will keep watching!

What is co ops?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Check out this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y2SZpaWTmtvfepM.html

We have a dog.

But i want to keep my little Chihuahuas. Theyre my only family. Can yiu do a video òf co--ops , cheaper ones. That allow 2 tiny pets. They dont go out without me, always on a leash.

@jalqassar

4 ай бұрын

Never mind. Thank you. I saw it.

There’s never any one out side looks like a ghost town like every one is banned from going out side 😂

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

You need people's written permission to be in a video so the people frames get edited out. Thanks for the comment though. Maybe I can get a few drone shots with people active in the community next time.

Price????/ looks nice????

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Price of what? This is an educational video that gives a view of three Resident Owned Communities.

I am 57 and looking to move Bonita Springs. HUD housing Is hard to find due to long wait lists! I need affordable and safe living. My husband missed committed suicide and I want to be close to his parents. I do have pets but they are emotional support pets. I’m clean and quiet and stay to myself. Yard work is out of the question but I’m sure could work that out. I’m in a small 500 sq ft HUD apt balding in a drug infested unsafe area. I need to move quickly so I needs to be affordable

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

There are affordable housing programs using Federal and State funds in Florida but none, that I know of, apply to manufactured housing communities.

Where is that place?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

The location is described in the video. Website link is in the description.

My question to you is if I own A home in a resort Community with a co-op when I go to sell the home do I get anything for the co-op ownership, thank you

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, if you are a co-op shareholder the sale price of the home includes the price of the share. So a home that might sell for $60K on a rental lot, in a community with a $30K share price, would sell for $90K if you were a shareholder.. The buyer is buying both the home and the share.

@tdw062756

2 жыл бұрын

Are there other options for the co-op share can you sell the house it self and get something back for the co-op from the mobile home park thank you

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

@@tdw062756 I don't know as every co-op has it's own bylaws. That's something you would have to ask a co-op that interests you.

@tdw062756

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your quick helpful responses, we really enjoy watching your tapes, but I do have a couple more questions for you if you wouldn’t mind. With your experience with mobile homes don’t you think it would be easier to sell a home without a co-op then with one, or do you think there’s an advantage of selling one with a co-op them without one. And the other question if you can we are going to be coming to the Florida area in a couple months to look around do you know any good realtors that I could get a hold of that could help me in the Lakeland Sebring area

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

@@tdw062756 I have no data to support the relative value of share ownership vs not in home resale. From my experiance that choice is generally made on financial objectives going in, not resale vale. Another wrinkle seen lately is the majority of shareholders deciding to sell the co-op to REIT/Investment groups. The shareholders are seeing returns of 2 - 3 X share price. The renters see higher rents with nothing to offset that. I don't recommend individual agents. Like doctors and lawyers, what might be a great fit for me might not for you. I recommend you write down your specific wants and call several. Go with the one that seems best able/willing to help.

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@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Which can have pets?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Pet policies are up to individual parks. The best way to be sure is to contact an agent or the park manager. MH Village often lists pet policies, but you still need to verify them.

Residents yes investment no

any zero lot line communities? guess those have to be stick built.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

I think the minimum separation in parks is 10ft. Most folks seem to like a little yard space between homes. What you are looking for is more like townhouse communities. There are plenty of those but not using manufactured housing.

@justthink5854

2 жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL no. a zero lot line home is really interesting and would be a natural for manufactured. i've designed and built many. the side of the home is moved to the side lot line, with no windows on that wall. then the other side or the home has lots of windows and a 10' side yard looking at the next home wall with no windows. the homes are staggered like this with each home providing a "privacy wall" for the next. in ordinary homes, each home has windows on each side and a 5' side yard but looking right into it neighbor's windows. get it?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

@@justthink5854 I see. I think the state fire code is 10ft separation. I’ve never heard of one in Florida.

@justthink5854

2 жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL then that would meet it. now the side yard is usable and private with the zero lot ling concept. .

Are you kidding me with the lot rent? Does that include taxes ?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

If you own a share in a Coop you do not pay lot rent. You do pay property taxes and a monthly maintenance fee. See my video on ROCs for more info: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y2SZpaWTmtvfepM.html

Unfortunately, as someone in his 40's who does NOT party, carry on, irritate his neighbors and generally keeps to himself I'm a bit ... miffed. I don't drink. I don't play loud music. I don't take any drugs stronger than Aleve. I've worked like a demon my whole life, to the point that I've wrecked my body quite badly with joint injuries, nerve damage and even a pair of brain injuries. I'm trying to find somewhere nice to live, and I can't. There are numerous 55+ communities in my area and I could easily afford a home in one of them. Easily. I'd love to. They won't let me in because I'm "not mature enough". Frankly, with that kind of attitude, I honestly can't wait for you all to knock off. Maybe then the housing prices will FINALLY come down for the rest of us.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry you have so many difficulties. There are many all age communities in Florida with bargains to be found and similar lot rents. I suggest you look at those. 55+ is a HUD program and park owners must live by its rules if they want to create retirement communities. For more on how that works see my video on 55+ : kzread.info/dash/bejne/mmGYtZh8qLnQfpc.html

@SoulSoundMuisc

2 жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL I don't live in Florida. In my area, a fully *gutted* cottage style home (1bdrm/1bthrm

@americanbobtail1

10 ай бұрын

​@@SoulSoundMuisc- You may want to consider living outside of the United States, dying towns and/or rural areas instead where you buy a place for a lot less. I believe there are better options for old houses or living off grid than these mobile home communities where the lot rent is variable. Also, there are not many of these co-op communities anyway.

Are there any closer to daytona ?

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

Join my Inner Circle (free) and download a complete list for the state. www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources

I can't imagine a group of over 55ers requiring no pets !! What's wrong with you people ???

@RussellWatsonFMHL

2 жыл бұрын

I share your thoughts but there are a lot of (completely full!) communities that do not allow pets including many that are resident owned. All part of the choices we have and have to make in choosing communities.

@atteroljones6936

2 жыл бұрын

Not everyone enjoys the yapping of a drop-kick dog.

@blueskys8876

2 жыл бұрын

A place without a pet is no where I'd want to be

@paulinedivingdeepincincinn1962

2 жыл бұрын

Ya i agree selfish people

@christinemarlo5672

2 жыл бұрын

No barking.

Hi all (especially Russell) I often watch Russell Watson’s videos on KZread on his Florida Manufactured Homes Living channel. I’m looking for a nice turn-key mobile home (can be in a 55 and over community, as I’m 56) that is new or nicely remodeled or nicely finished in a good park with a pool and possibly a gym. I’d like it near or in a town with bars/restaurants/shopping, and close to beaches. Here’s the thing: it has to be pet friendly, as we have three small dachshunds, and it has to have the ability for me to fence in part of the yard for the dogs. I have cash in hand, and budget could be up to $100K. I don’t want overly expensive lot rents or lots of rules in an HOA. Is any of this possible, or am I shooting too high? Anyone have any guidance? Thanks. Best regards, David M. Ward DNP, APRN, CRNA LTC, AN, USAR

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

It's not impossible but you may need to look long and hard with that shopping list at that price point.

@davidm.wardLTC

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL I’m willing to go up in budget. What options would I have at $125K? $150K? $200K? Any guidance? Thanks.

@davidm.wardLTC

Жыл бұрын

@@RussellWatsonFMHL Also, I’m willing to play the long game and look for a few years even. I eventually want to semi-retire down there once my Army pension kicks in. Thanks.

@RussellWatsonFMHL

Жыл бұрын

With the budget and requirements you have in mind I would be looking at Resident Owned Communities. Given the fence, pets, and minimal rules; I would be looking at MH subdivisions. (FS720 or private corporation). In the time frame you are looking at I suspect prices will come down. Barefoot Bay is an example, although it may not be an exact fit. Join the Inner Circle (if you haven't already) Read my book for tips on locating communities. Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ There will be an opportunity for Inner Circle members this fall to participate in comprehensive training on evaluating and locating a community to fulfill your dream and meet your needs. Perhaps that will be a fit for your future.

no pets

You lost me at, no pets. How ridiculous