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On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd talks to Jon “Mr. Landman” Fisher, a broker out of Illinois. Jon gives some advice to the listeners on selling, he also gives his thoughts on the current market and what effect the presidential election will have on the market.   “This is the hottest market the mobile home park industry has probably ever seen.”   HIGHLIGHTS: 0:00 – Intro 1:21 – Jon gives his background and explains how he … Continue reading “Ep. 13 | Broker Mini-Series: Interview with Jon Fisher”

On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd chats with Frank Rolfe, one of the biggest mobile home park owners in America. Frank gives his insight into mobile home park management and provides some helpful tips for the listeners.   “Success or failure often is about having a realistic expectation on risk and reward.”   HIGHLIGHTS: 0:00 – Intro 1:08 – Frank gives his background 2:52 – You need a realistic expectation about risk and reward 4:53 – … Continue reading “Ep. 12 | Frank Rolfe – Insights From a Top 5 MHP Owner”

https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/v63a4e/Ferd_III_new_intro_mhpl__mixdown_01bdlm0.mp3 In this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd is joined by his business partner and father, Ferd Niemann III. The father-son duo gives some insight into what the MHP industry is like, and Ferd Niemann III gives a few valuable tips you can use if you’re considering buying a mobile home park.   “You can learn from somebody that’s bigger than you or smaller than you, and you are never going to think – I know it … Continue reading “Ep. 11 | Ferd Niemann III – How Father and Son Got Started”

https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/jagmit/04_REDO_30_plus_provisions__including_4_that_wil_save_or_make_you_money__that_must_be_in_your_purchase_sale_contract_mixdown6bx2f.mp3 On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast, Ferd takes us through 30 plus provisions, including 4 that will save or make you money, that must be in your purchase or sale contract. In this step by step guide, you’ll learn from the best on how to get the absolute most out of your deal, as well as protect yourself from all angles.   “This is important, whether you’re buying, selling, or assigning a purchase and sales … Continue reading “Ep. 4 | 30 Plus Provisions, including 4 that will save or make you money, that Must Be in Your Purchase and Sale Contract”

https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2456b8/05_REDO_30_Seller_Deliverables_To_Request_For_Your_Due_Diligence7q9xs.mp3 On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast, Ferd takes us through 30 Seller deliverables to request for your due diligence. Ferd lets us know why we need all of these deliverables, and the best ways to approach different types of sellers. Enjoy!   “Often times people ask me well, what do I need to look at? What do I need for underwriting? How do I know if my pricing is right? How do I know if … Continue reading “Ep. 5 | 30 Seller Deliverables To Request For Your Due Diligence”

https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/26cn2x/06_REDO_Special_report_regarding_COVID_19_eviction_moratorium_mixdown8xzos.mp3 On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast, Ferd brings us a special report regarding COVID-19 eviction moratorium. Ferd clarifies what rights you have as a tenant and what requirements you must meet to be able to legally resist eviction.   “It’s important to really work with your tenants. Try to get them on a payment plan, try to get them to follow the normal lease rules, and make sure they fill out that affidavit.”   HIGHLIGHTS: … Continue reading “Ep. 6 | Special Report Regarding Covid 19 Eviction Moratorium”

https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/asz5f8/07_redo_ferd6ahln.mp3 On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast, Ferd takes us through 10 land mines to avoid in due diligence. These tips can help you get the best deal, and save you from a disaster deal. Enjoy!   “It’s a lot easier to avoid the nightmare than it is getting out of it.”   HIGHLIGHTS: 0:00 – Intro 0:52 – Warren Buffet is much better at avoiding a problem than getting out of a problem 1:40 – … Continue reading “Ep. 7 | 10 Land Mines to Avoid in Due Diligence”

https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9z5czh/09_REDO_Underwriting_property_taxes_mixdown7zsnm.mp3 On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast, Ferd explains to us how to underwrite property taxes. Ferd’s checklist shows us how to get the most, or should I say least, out of your tax bill. Enjoy!   “In today’s market, the cap rates are compressing and prices are going through the roof. So one of the things you’ve really got to do a good job with is doing your property tax projections.”   HIGHLIGHTS: 0:00 – … Continue reading “Ep. 9 | Underwriting Property Taxes”

https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/aw3zbw/08_redo_ferd6ps3u.mp3 On this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast, Ferd talks us through 10 things to include in your zoning letter. These ten things ensure that you will be on the right side of the law and have no issues down the road after purchasing a mobile home park.   “This is one of the things that makes mobile home parks a little more distinct than other real estate classes. What I’m talking about today is zoning, and … Continue reading “Ep. 8 | 10 Things To Include In Your Zoning Letter (Grandfathering Explained)”

https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7xyzbz/10_redo_ferd7mjjt.mp3 In this follow-up to episode number 9 of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast, Ferd explains all the steps to appealing your tax bill. Enjoy!   “As we all know, taxes are a big expense, and when you buy a property from somebody that hasn’t sold it in decades, it’s very likely that you’re paying a higher price than the county assessor has it on the books for.”   HIGHLIGHTS: 0:00 – Intro 2:24 – Look at comps or … Continue reading “Ep. 10 | Property Tax Appeals”