Thank you, Russ......Really great homes...just more options to consider.....I appreciate your channel and perspective on housing solutions.....Take care..
Beautiful homes with great area. We got some friends who live around Davenport City. We just got our first snowfall here in Minnesota but it melted away the next day. Thanks for sharing. Everything has turned to bright orange. Happy Autumn!
Hi Russ thanks for all your videos.. looking for something like this in a 55+ community with recreational amenities. Would like to be able to park our fifth wheel RV on the property..
Thanks. Most land lease parks have storage areas for R/Vs but rarely will they let you park it on your lot. You might look at Barefoot Bay as an option: th-cam.com/video/4G_FcZOZv-E/w-d-xo.html
Nice to see how the elite of the manufactured home communities live! I like number one. The lanai is done so well. I didn't see any air conditioning in the second home's lanai. House number two had no doors on the laundry room. It had a big, beautiful kitchen, but was just to open. If the kitchen is a mess, the whole house is a mess! Also, those bathroom sinks were hideous. They took up all of the counter space!
Both lanais were A/C - Heated. I have a little angst over those sinks myself LOL. Not sure I would call these elite but for what you pay in monthly lot rent this community offers more than most. They are both nice homes, if you can afford them.
@@RussellWatsonFMHL …Yes , I have a document that came with the home but I don’t believe it’s a “official document “ . It’s just a fact sheet on the home with all the specs . The straps according to the document are rated for 140 mph .
Hi Russ. I like house #1 the best. It has light colored flooring, nice and bright. House #2 has the worst shade of brown laminate flooring that I've ever seen. A dark color like that does not reflect light very well. The floor plans of both homes would be nice for entertaining.
Tell us about the hurricane damage in Florida. I read about a couple who lost their mobile home. It was old enough that they couldn't find insurance for it.
Great idea but there are many much more qualified sources for that data. I am building out a course for HOA Board of Directors members in land-lease communities and I'll be expanding the information on the web site to include even more resources (Incl. hurricane mitigation) for folks who have already purchased a home. Choosing a home and community to lessen this risk is among the topics I'll be addressing with a group this fall. Perhaps such a video would fit in with those efforts.
Murphy bed: The bed is named for William Lawrence Murphy (1876-1959), who applied for his first patents around 1900. According to legend, he was wooing an opera singer, but living in a one-room apartment in San Francisco, and the moral code of the time frowned upon a woman entering a man's bedroom.
I'm not aware of resort parks in those areas. Check the state list: 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 don't have the current lot rents for those homes. If you are interested in that park I suggest you contact the agent that helped me with that video. www.fourstarhomes.com/agents/listings/1452
Russ can you connect people with a knowledgeable realtor. I'm looking for an active community to make friends easily. I also hv 2 dogs I plan on getting your book
I have a very important questions! How do you find the community with the amenities and activities and location that you're looking for? Are there real estate agents that help you find what you are looking for. I would like to be close to the ocean or aeady have a lake and fishing pond.
I suggest you get a copy of my book as a place to start. "Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option" amzn.to/3c3UMPJ There are several other books and resources I recommend on the website: www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources And, subscribe to the channel and join our Inner Circle (free) to be notified when videos come out or I announce other offers, exclusive to Inner Circle members. I will be offering additional educational opportunities in the next couple months. There really is no single agent or group that will give you an impartial recommendation.
Sure, you can get conventional mortgages in ROCs. Here's some videos on that topic: Resident Owned Community Playlist th-cam.com/video/10eCCZjxyJ0/w-d-xo.html
Would you consider a 1980 mobile home in Florida too old. My house in Ohio is 100 years old and it's great. I've never had a mobile home so I have no idea if that's too old to buy
There are three basic age groups: Pre 1976 = mobile home built however the individual manufacturer built them in any given year , pre 1994 = manufactured home built to HUD Specifications, and Post 94 built to Hud Specifications with increased ability to handle high wind loads. Within those categories it comes down to the condition of the home, what you are willing to repair/replace, and what appeals to you. No matter the year - the place to start is with a professional home inspection.
I don't know what current financing requirements are but I imagine 20% is a reasonable expectation. I'll be researching this further when I build out the Finance module in our MH New Buyers class.
This one does. Most, but certainly not all, allow some form of pets. But even parks owned by the same outfit can have very different rules. You need to narrow down the list of communities that interest you and then contact them for specific policies. If you need help narrowing down the choices I recommend my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes - The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ
Lately most MH are up 30 - 100% over what they were a few years ago. Buying new would be just like a new car, the value goes down as you drive off the lot. But longer term, folks who bought new 8-10 years ago would likely see a profit today.
Fantastic houses, those big garages and carports turn me on - I have 4 cars😊
There ae a lot of homes with double and triple garages in that community.
Thanks Russ. I'm hoping for a smaller, newer unit that's not going to break the bank.
OK, where do you plan to locate?
I love number 2. It has a nice open living area and no carpets ! Did I mention I dislike carpets? Lol
Thank you, Russ......Really great homes...just more options to consider.....I appreciate your channel and perspective on housing solutions.....Take care..
I appreciate that!
Thank you! Both homes are very nice! Either would fit my needs!
Glad you like them!
Beautiful homes with great area. We got some friends who live around Davenport City. We just got our first snowfall here in Minnesota but it melted away the next day. Thanks for sharing. Everything has turned to bright orange. Happy Autumn!
Oh wow! Snow already. I have a Zoom call that includes a few from Minnesota on Weds. I'll have to mention the 85deg Florida weather we are having. 😇
Hi Russ thanks for all your videos.. looking for something like this in a 55+ community with recreational amenities. Would like to be able to park our fifth wheel RV on the property..
Thanks. Most land lease parks have storage areas for R/Vs but rarely will they let you park it on your lot. You might look at Barefoot Bay as an option: th-cam.com/video/4G_FcZOZv-E/w-d-xo.html
Nice to see how the elite of the manufactured home communities live! I like number one. The lanai is done so well. I didn't see any air conditioning in the second home's lanai. House number two had no doors on the laundry room. It had a big, beautiful kitchen, but was just to open. If the kitchen is a mess, the whole house is a mess! Also, those bathroom sinks were hideous. They took up all of the counter space!
Both lanais were A/C - Heated. I have a little angst over those sinks myself LOL. Not sure I would call these elite but for what you pay in monthly lot rent this community offers more than most. They are both nice homes, if you can afford them.
Both are great! But, if I had to choose, #2!
Both homes are beautiful.
Yes, and that is a beautiful community.
I live in Tanglewood. Great community with many amenities and always something going on .
I love Tanglewood! Beautiful community!
@@RussellWatsonFMHL..Don’t forget that all home tie downs in Tanglewood are rated for category 4 hurricanes.
@@toledojeeper2932 I sit on the MHCC and I've never heard of home/tiedown ratings above 110mph/Cat2. Is that spec documented anywhere?
@@RussellWatsonFMHL …That’s what I was told when we purchased our home .
I will try to find the information.
@@RussellWatsonFMHL …Yes , I have a document that came with the home but I don’t believe it’s a “official document “ . It’s just a fact sheet on the home with all the specs .
The straps according to the document are rated for 140 mph .
LOVE IT! Great video!!
Thanks so much!!
Hi Russ. I like house #1 the best. It has light colored flooring, nice and bright. House #2 has the worst shade of brown laminate flooring that I've ever seen. A dark color like that does not reflect light very well. The floor plans of both homes would be nice for entertaining.
Thanks for sharing!!!!
Thanks!
Welcome! Thanks for the Coffee!!!!
I like #2 also!
Thanks for voting
Great video thank you. 😊
Thanks for watching!
Both are nice but I would like the 1st home more....very nice thanks
Thank you! 😊
Tell us about the hurricane damage in Florida. I read about a couple who lost their mobile home. It was old enough that they couldn't find insurance for it.
There are some articles on our Facebook page. This community had a couple downed trees. Older homes right in the path mostly had problems.
@@RussellWatsonFMHL Thanks! I'll look up the Facebook page.
In light of the storms we've had why not make some videos detailing storm and flood protection?
Great idea but there are many much more qualified sources for that data. I am building out a course for HOA Board of Directors members in land-lease communities and I'll be expanding the information on the web site to include even more resources (Incl. hurricane mitigation) for folks who have already purchased a home. Choosing a home and community to lessen this risk is among the topics I'll be addressing with a group this fall. Perhaps such a video would fit in with those efforts.
Yes. That would be very helpful.
Murphy bed: The bed is named for William Lawrence Murphy (1876-1959), who applied for his first patents around 1900. According to legend, he was wooing an opera singer, but living in a one-room apartment in San Francisco, and the moral code of the time frowned upon a woman entering a man's bedroom.
LOL - great info!
This is the type of home and community I am looking for. Maybe locations in Pensacola, Destin area, St. Augustine area
I'm not aware of resort parks in those areas. Check the state list: 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
Irishman William Murphy first patented this wall-bed system in 1911 👍
Thanks for the info!
Does this price included the land?
No this is a land-lease community. See other videos on the park linked at the end as well as the description, for more info.
Nice Homes, but Russ, you're slipping! You missed a main item... and that is the lot rent!!???😮
In all my videos I include additional information and links in the DESCRIPTION. You should check it out.
@RussellWatsonFMHL thanks Russ, but it's always nice to hear it in the video also... 😊
Both of these homes are sold or under contract.
That's likely. I don't sell homes nor are these videos made to sell homes.
Murphy Bed? Having the same question as to how my FORD truck got it's game.
One of my favorite quotes comes from Henry Ford: "If I had asked my customers what they wanted they would have said a faster horse."
The Murphy bed was invented by William Lawrence Murphy.
Thanks!!!
What is the lot rent, please ?
I don't have the current lot rents for those homes. If you are interested in that park I suggest you contact the agent that helped me with that video. www.fourstarhomes.com/agents/listings/1452
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Russ can you connect people with a knowledgeable realtor. I'm looking for an active community to make friends easily. I also hv 2 dogs
I plan on getting your book
First you need to narrow your options down to an area. There's a lot of contacts and links on the website. www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources
I have a very important questions! How do you find the community with the amenities and activities and location that you're looking for? Are there real estate agents that help you find what you are looking for. I would like to be close to the ocean or aeady have a lake and fishing pond.
I suggest you get a copy of my book as a place to start. "Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option"
amzn.to/3c3UMPJ
There are several other books and resources I recommend on the website: www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources
And, subscribe to the channel and join our Inner Circle (free) to be notified when videos come out or I announce other offers, exclusive to Inner Circle members. I will be offering additional educational opportunities in the next couple months. There really is no single agent or group that will give you an impartial recommendation.
Are there mobile home communities that one could finance the home and property
Sure, you can get conventional mortgages in ROCs. Here's some videos on that topic: Resident Owned Community Playlist
th-cam.com/video/10eCCZjxyJ0/w-d-xo.html
Would you consider a 1980 mobile home in Florida too old. My house in Ohio is 100 years old and it's great. I've never had a mobile home so I have no idea if that's too old to buy
There are three basic age groups: Pre 1976 = mobile home built however the individual manufacturer built them in any given year , pre 1994 = manufactured home built to HUD Specifications, and Post 94 built to Hud Specifications with increased ability to handle high wind loads. Within those categories it comes down to the condition of the home, what you are willing to repair/replace, and what appeals to you. No matter the year - the place to start is with a professional home inspection.
Ok thanks
What town/city is Tanglewood located in? I don't think you mentioned that.
It's in Sebring. There's much more if you click the link at the end or go to the description.
I live in Tanglewood
How did these do in the storms?
The only damage in this community of over 700 (Post '94) homes, was a couple downed trees. They did lose cell phone coverage for a day or so.
After seeing the result of hurricane Ian. I'll retire here!
Hurricanes are a part of Florida living as Northeasters are in New England or tornados are in Kansas. Some parts are riskier than others.
What’s is the down payment?
I don't know what current financing requirements are but I imagine 20% is a reasonable expectation. I'll be researching this further when I build out the Finance module in our MH New Buyers class.
I like #1 . Do these communities allow pets
This one does. Most, but certainly not all, allow some form of pets. But even parks owned by the same outfit can have very different rules. You need to narrow down the list of communities that interest you and then contact them for specific policies. If you need help narrowing down the choices I recommend my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes - The Land-Lease Option
amzn.to/3c3UMPJ
Where is this located…what city?
That is in the Tanglewood MHP in Sebring.
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if no-one guesses (or knows) first, the answer will be revealed in the next video.
How well do these go.es hold their value
Lately most MH are up 30 - 100% over what they were a few years ago. Buying new would be just like a new car, the value goes down as you drive off the lot. But longer term, folks who bought new 8-10 years ago would likely see a profit today.