Category: Podcasts

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd speaks to Saad Shah of Rent Viewer about his business and improving business processes through data analytics. Saad gives valuable tips on how to stay on top of your data as well as some knowledge on how he operates.   “If somebody asked me, what’s the most satisfying part about my job, I’d say I get to grow and develop people and you know, have an impact on their career … Continue reading “Ep. 83 | Interview with Saad Shah – Improving Business Processes Through Data Analytics”

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd interviews MHP owner/operator, syndicator, and podcaster Kevin Bupp. Ferd and Kevin discuss navigating MHP operations in today’s market, their opinions on rent increases, what we might see coming up with consolidation, and creating good reputations for MHPs.   “It’s hard to get it out there right now, so folks are willing to sacrifice and take much lower yields even on lower-quality parks. We’ve been outbid so many times I can’t … Continue reading “Ep. 82 | Interview With MHP Owner Kevin Bupp – Navigating MHP Operations In Today’s Market”

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd is joined by MHP owner Apurva Shah. Ferd and Apurva discuss becoming an MHP owner while working a W-2, why new MHP investors should carry out their own due diligence, how the current MHP market is recession-resilient, and more!   “The skills that you’re learning in the real estate side are certainly transferable to your W-2 role. Whether you’re just starting out, or you’re a real estate professional full time, … Continue reading “Ep. 81 | Interview MHP Owner Apurva Shah – Becoming an MHP Owner While Working a W-2”

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd interviews Steve Sacher a leadership expert, MHP owner/operator, and investor. Ferd and Steve discuss transactional leadership, transformational leadership, and how to lead an organization. Steve shares his advice for young people within the industry as well as leaders. Enjoy!   “Find connectors with your team, bring meaning and purpose and life to those seemingly meaningless jobs and the whole thing comes to life.”   HIGHLIGHTS: 0:00 – Intro 0:56 – … Continue reading “Ep. 80 | Interview MHP Owner Operator Steve Sacher – Leadership Within An Organization”

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd discusses five key risks associated with private electric systems. Ferd shares his advice on how to protect yourself from each of these risks and highlights what to consider when analyzing these risks for MHPs.   HIGHLIGHTS: 0:00 – Intro 0:28 – Ferd explains that master-metered electric is similar to sub-metered water and explains how it works 1:05 – To bill back on use you need to have individual meters built … Continue reading “Ep. 79 | Five Key Risks Associated With Private Electric Systems”

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd interviews MHP owner Abraham Anderson. Ferd and Abraham discuss how to get into the MHP industry and Abraham gives his best advice for MHP investors.   “Make sure you have a good contract, don’t just get one from the internet and think it’s going to be good. Pay a couple grand or whatever it costs to have an attorney review it and make sure it’s a solid contract for your … Continue reading “Ep. 78 | Interview With Owner Abraham Anderson – How To Enter The MHP Industry”

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd discusses five key items to consider when looking at water and sewer systems. Ferd speaks about different types of systems and gives us some tips to help protect our investments.   HIGHLIGHTS: 0:00 – Intro 0:31 – Ferd states that city water direct build is the most ideal system to have 0:47 – Ferd ranks other water systems from best to worst  3:17 – Ferd talks about sewer systems 4:29 … Continue reading “Ep. 77 | Five Keys Items To Consider When Looking At Water and Sewer Systems”

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd is joined by MHP appraiser Erik Hanson. Erik gives some advice on things that borrowers can do to maximize value before the appraiser shows up. Ferd and Erik discuss cap rates, current trends in the market, capital improvements, and Erik also shares his opinion on how he thinks MHP is looking for the next 3 years.   “There are things you should do and there are things you want to … Continue reading “Ep. 76 | Interview With MHP Appraiser Erik Hanson – How to Maximize Value For Your Sale”

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd is joined by guest Charlie Ansanelli. Ferd and Charlie discuss the MHP bug, tips on scaling, and treating staff appropriately. Charlie also talks about technology tools that can improve your communication with your teams in different geographic locations.   “I didn’t start with a single-family home rental or a duplex. I jumped right into 30 units, so I kind of had to figure it out fast. That forced me to … Continue reading “Ep. 75 | Interview with MHP Owner Charlie Ansanelli – Using Tech To Scale”

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd interviews Ken Corbin. Ferd and Ken provide us with expert sales tips for selling homes fast. Ken gives us his best advice and shares his opinions on what he thinks the next five years will look like for the MHP business.   “I want to help someone to sell more homes, fill more spaces. I look at what I call the three Ps, which are people, process, and promotion. Those … Continue reading “Ep. 74 | Interview With Ken Corbin – Expert Sales Tips To Sell More Homes Faster”