The Greatest Good Is What We Do For One Another

Empowering mobile home residents with transparency, knowledge, and the advocacy they deserve. Welcome to Mike Whitty's Encyclopedia of Information.

Welcome to the Community

My name is Mike Whitty, and I’m a 14-year resident of Lafayette Place Mobile Home Park in Warren, Michigan. As the Director of Mr. Mike's Neighborhood, I've seen the industry from the inside out.

Whether you're looking to purchase your first manufactured home or you've been a resident for decades, this website is your starting point for research. We tackle the questions park owners and managers often prefer left unanswered.

Transparency is our mission. Your experience in your community should be safe, enjoyable, and fair.

Resident Advocacy

Dedicated to changing the culture in mobile home properties.

120+
Articles
14+
Years Experience

The Information Encyclopedia

Comprehensive guides covering every aspect of mobile home living.

General Living

  • Survival Guide for Residents
  • Choosing the Perfect Home
  • Apartment vs. Mobile Home Living
  • Building Relationships in Your Park

Moving In & Out

  • How to Choose a Mobile Home Park
  • Negotiating with Park Management
  • Avoiding Hidden Moving Charges
  • What to Know When Your Park is Sold

Your Mobile Home

  • Preventing Frozen Pipes
  • Roof Longevity & Maintenance
  • Under-Home Storage Solutions
  • Winter Survival & Energy Efficiency

Owners & Managers

  • Responsibilities of Park Owners
  • Handling Speeding & Security
  • Why Transparency Matters
  • Dealing with Inept Management

Mr. Mike's Neighborhood

  • Starting a Neighborhood Association
  • Changing the Culture
  • Fostering a Sense of Ownership
  • The Movie "Money Ball" Inspiration

Industry Transparency: The Sun Communities Focus

Recent reports in 2024 highlight growing dissatisfaction among residents of Sun Communities properties. From Lakeside Estates in Michigan to Paradise Cove in California, residents are taking a stand against systemic issues:

  • Exorbitant Rent Increases: Rents outpacing inflation without facility improvements.
  • Maintenance Neglect: Potholes, broken lighting, and infrastructure failure.
  • Violation of Rights: Strict regulations that infringe on privacy and freedom.

"Why can't mobile home residents be treated like brick home residents?" This fundamental question drives our research and advocacy.

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Get In Touch

Do you have a question about mobile home living that isn't answered here? Send me an email, and I'll research it for a future article.

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Mike Whitty, Director
Lafayette Place Mobile Home Park
Warren, MI
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