Is the park manager allowed to force residents to correct code violations tot heir homes and spaces before a scheduled inspection by the State Dept. of Housing?
The state Department of Housing (HCD) operates a park inspection program with a goal of completing inspections in at least 5% of the parks in the state per year in order to assure
Where can Residents get help if they suspect they are being over-charged on utility bills?
Most parks are “master-meter” operators that own, operate, and maintain the electric, gas and water distribution system within the park and bill their residents with the monthl
2025 Mobile Home Residency Law (MRL) + Frequently Asked Questions
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Nationwide Injunction Temporarily Halts Enforcement of Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Rule
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Can the resident be forced to move their home out of the park when they sell it just because the home is old?
If the home is NOT a mobile home (less than 8 feet wide x 40 feet long) and is therefore classified as a recreational vehicle (trailer), the resident has no right to sell it in pla
The Social Security Administration’s 2024 Cost-of-Living Adjustment Announcement
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What Is the CPI and How Does It Impact Households?
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Filing the final income tax returns of a decedent
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Who receives your property if you die without an estate plan?
When you create an estate plan , you will likely detail very carefully whom you want to receive your various assets. Some people will continue to update their plans every few years
Does your property have to go through probate after you pass away?
If you own a home and want to pass it on to your family or other beneficiaries, there are different ways to do so. For example, you might consider a trust or decide to add someone