My plan for today's blog post was quite different, I may run the planned one this weekend instead. But looking at the amazing numbers that we have for the registrations for the 2014 Louisville Show, a number of thoughts hit me. First, naturally all involved with the show are thrilled that it is sold out, …
If not for the Crusaders, Europe would have been speaking Arabic and Turkish centuries ago. If not for Thomas Edison's incredible gumption to hang in there for some 10,000 failed efforts before he succeed at making an electric light bulb, you would have gas or candle light in your house. If not for the courage …
The Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI) won't say it, because they understandably want to be polite. The state and MHC associations, ditto. So who is going to make the point that an important industry association voice is essentially inaudible on a key financing issue facing manufactured housing? Before making the point, let me share what a …
Richard A. "Dick" Jennison is having his first anniversary as MHI's (Manufactured Housing Institute) President and CEO (Chief Executive Officer). It was just before the 2012 Legislative session that Dick Jennison came on board and was introduced to members at that session. The year has gone by quickly! Happy anniversary, Dick. Glad our industry hasn't …
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For those who live near Chicagoland, you know that we've seen temps in the low 60s on Tuesday that melted all the snow. A day later, temps dropped and a nice, fresh snow fall is covering the evergreens. Warm up, thaw and chill have all taken place in a matter of two days. The same …
As the pro football season approaches its climax, it is easy to think about the long passes that result in big gains or a touchdown. But one of the most interesting strategic plays is the screen pass. The defense seems to be closing in on the quarterback, the linemen seem beaten, and when ideally executed, …
As reported in our Daily Business News, the QM rules (Qualifying Mortgage) are expected to be issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) after midnight tonight. Sources tell MHProNews that the time line for implementation of the QM is expected to be a year. We will share news and analysis on the developments as …
From Townhall: "Herbert E. Meyer served during the Reagan administration as special assistant to the director of Central Intelligence, and vice chairman of the CIA’s National Intelligence Council. He is widely credited as having been the first senior official to predict the fall of the Soviet Union." In an interview with Meyer, one of the …
As a business owner, executive or professional, there is usually an over-arching reason to do something. Profits! Combine profits with happy customers and you have a powerful combo indeed. Imagine this! What if you could legitimately profit from the sale of a “competitors” home? Well, you can! Realtors do it every day. Now MH …
