Best Braustin Mobile Homes Podcasts (2024)

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How the ProActive Income Realty Fund Invests in Creating Affordable Housing 33:02

2+ y ago33:02

33:02

In today's episode of the Double Wide Dudes Podcast, we're speaking to Dr. Van Williams, founder and CEO of The Proactive Realty Income Fund. Tune in to learn how he's working to address the affordable housing crisis by creating and restoring communities made possible by investor and individual fund programs through his organization.…

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What is Transit Oriented Development and How Does It Help Make Housing Affordable? 26:40

2+ y ago26:40

26:40

Peter Calthorpe joins us to discuss Transit Oriented Development and its importance in creating affordable housing. It was a fascinating discussion on how we can create more housing and reduce transportation costs at the same time. If you enjoyed this podcast you may want to explore more at the following links: You can learn more about Peter at htt…

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What Are Community Land Trusts and How Do They Create Affordable Housing with Bart Cochran 50:38

2+ y ago50:38

50:38

This episode we are joined by Bart Cochran, founder and CEO of LEAP Housing. LEAP Housing is a nonprofit dedicated to developing and the preservation of affordable housing up there in Idaho. And they provide all sorts of services that lead to greater housing stability in their community. For more information about LEAP Housing, please visit https:/…

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Unique Affordable Housing Challenges for Aging Adults and People with Disabilities 40:07

2+ y ago40:07

40:07

This week we explore affordable housing issues unique to aging adults and folks with disabilities. We talked with Jane Paccione, Director of Collective Impact at the San Antonio Area Foundation. Her primary assignment at the foundation is managing the SALSA initiative (Successfully Aging and Living in San Antonio) which helps over 40 community nonp…

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How LISC works to impact Affordable Housing and Healthy Communities 38:03

3y ago38:03

38:03

This week, we chat with Leilah Powell with LISC San Antonio about what LISC does locally and nationally to support communities through affordable housing and other programs. LISC’s Mission is to “Together with residents and partners, we forge resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity across America–great places to live, work, visit, do bus…

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TSAHC's Opportunities for Homeowners - Even We Were Surprised at What's Available! 20:43

3y ago20:43

20:43

We sat down with folks from the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC) to talk about opportunities homebuyers have to make their home buying more affordable. We were shocked to learn about one program that could literally save a home buyer thousands of dollars over the term of their home loan that we had no idea existed. To learn more a…

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Affordable Housing Challenges and Opportunities in San Antonio 42:03

3y ago42:03

42:03

We sat down with Veronica Soto, the San Antonio Neighborhood and Housing Services Department Director, to get her perspective on the Affordable Housing crisis locally. She shared with us the challenges, as well as the great opportunities, to address affordable housing in our hometown. You can learn more about what San Antonio is doing about afforda…

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Towne Twin Village - a Housing First Solution 36:30

3y ago36:30

36:30

San Antonio is about to get its first "housing first" solution. What is "housing first," how is it different, and most importantly, does it work? Join us as we talk about Towne Twin Village with Dr. Chris Plauche. For find more information on Towne Twin Village at https://hfcommunitas.org/ You can get a full transcript on our website at https://fin…

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Looking Back Over 4 Years with the Doublewide Dudes - Mousetrap's Last Ride 46:20

3y ago46:20

46:20

By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Lean Urbanism and Why Small Steps are Necessary for Urban Change 39:23

3+ y ago39:23

39:23

By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Impacts of Inadequate Affordable Housing 48:46

3+ y ago48:46

48:46

We connected with Becky Gray of Chaffee County, Colorado, to talk about the impacts a lack of sustainable housing has on a community. Gray is the Director of Housing in Chaffee County and a graduate of both Rogers State University and Pittsburg State University. Some helpful links related to our conversation include: http://chaffeecounty.org www.we…

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Free Money For Your House Down Payment??? 16:48

3+ y ago16:48

16:48

It sounds too good to be true, but it is legit. There are several grants available to potential homeowners to help them buy a home. For this podcast, we are joined by Kelly Fleck, who is the Homeownership Manager for Next Step, where she leads her team in implementing comprehensive factory-built housing homebuyer education and counseling training p…

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What Are Renter Owned Communities? 42:45

3+ y ago42:45

42:45

Matt Fast from LEAP Charities joins us this week to talk about Renter Owned Communities, how they are different than most mobile home parks, and why they make a difference in the lives of mobile home owners. Are they a good idea? Are they sustainable? And what do they have to do with Sustainable Affordable Housing? Oh, and what in the world is "ath…

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What is Fannie Mae's "Duty to Serve" Initiative? 39:16

3+ y ago39:16

39:16

We sat down with Ben Navarro this week to discuss Fannie Mae's "Duty to Serve" initiative which is how Fannie Mae is fulfilling Congress's mandate for Fannie Mae to participate in helping three underserved markets. Supporting these three markets should help create the availability of more affordable housing without government subsidies. As you list…

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People Can’t Afford to Live in Rural America Either 30:28

4y ago30:28

30:28

While the affordable housing crisis is thought to be a big city problem, it is actually a problem just about everywhere. Today’s guest, Stacey Epperson, has been working to provide affordable housing to rural America for decades, and we were lucky enough to have her as a guest on our podcast. Stacey Epperson has 30 years of experience in affordable…

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What is Inclusionary Housing and How Does It Affect Affordable Housing? 30:10

4y ago30:10

30:10

This week we met with Rick Jacobus about Inclusionary Housing. Inclusionary housing is a way to work with developers to create affordable housing alongside of market rate housing in a way where ideally the neighbors, the community, and the developer all “win.” Mr. Jacobus has a broad background perfect for helping us explore inclusionary housing. H…

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How Energy Efficiency Make Homes More Affordable 35:36

4y ago35:36

35:36

This week we talk to John Weldy about energy efficiency and home affordability. We learn how smaller homes tend to be more energy efficient, but they are penalized by current energy efficiency measuring systems, which make it hard to compare energy use from home to home. The good news is, there are a couple of easy ways to know whether or not a new…

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What is YIMBY and How Is It Related to Affordable Housing? 27:52

4y ago27:52

27:52

This week we talk to Randy Shaw about the YIMBY (Yes! In My Back Yard) movement and its necessity when it comes to sustainable affordable housing. Randy points out it is not just the poor who are negatively affected by a lack of affordable housing, but people under 30 and seniors are both having a hard time finding affordable housing right for them…

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ASPIRE – An Initiative to Create Affordable Housing While Reducing Prison’s Revolving Doors 24:42

4y ago24:42

24:42

Carla Potts, Deputy Director of Housing Development of Northeast Community Action Corporation (NECAC), joins us today to discuss their ASPIRE program, a joint initiative to reduce prison recidivism while increasing the available affordable housing. We cover how ASPIRE trains people in Missouri’s correctional facilities in skilled and semi-skilled t…

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Affordable Housing in San Antonio 48:17

4y ago48:17

48:17

This week we talked with Dr. Christine Drennon, housing expert and professor at Trinity University. We discovered a lot of challenges in making housing affordable, how the current models of affordable housing have not yet proved themselves as successful, and some opportunities we all have to work toward sustainable affordable housing for all. You c…

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Government Land Policy & YIMBY together for Affordable Housing 44:49

4y ago44:49

44:49

This week, we chat with Anthony Flint of the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy. We discuss how government land policies can artificially restrict land usage limiting density and therefore leading to artificial inflation of land values. Not only does it lead to skyrocketing housing costs, but a smaller tax base, underutilization of space, and greenho…

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Zoning Barriers to Affordable Housing 26:20

4y ago26:20

26:20

This week our guest is Professor Daniel Mandelker, author of “Zoning Barriers to Manufactured Housing” published in the journal Urban Law. Professor Mandelker covers how, in many places in our country, restrictive zoning and building codes have unfairly prevented access to manufactured housing, which negatively affects the ability of communities to…

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Next Step: An Organization Helping People with Sustainable Affordable Housing 28:00

4y ago28:00

28:00

Chris Nicely of Next Step talks about Sustainable Affordable Housing in this country, how affordability in housing is growing out of reach for a larger percentage of Americans, and some possible solutions. Next Step is a nonprofit is dedicated to helping make housing more affordable in the United States through advocacy, education, and individual a…

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The Affordable Housing Crisis 20:35

4+ y ago20:35

20:35

We’re turning our focus in the podcast to the growing affordable housing crisis, because it is not just a crisis for the poor anymore. As Journalist Patrick Sisson put it last year, “Hey, middle class, the housing crisis is coming for you next.” Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies published its annual housing report for 2020 and we are seein…

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Improving the Home Buying Experience 25:32

4+ y ago25:32

25:32

The home buying experience can be extremely stressful, but the Doublewide Dudes don't think it has to be. This week they'll talk about how technology and a focus on education and customer support can make the home buying process something to be enjoyed instead of something to be dreaded. https://findmymobilehome.com/…

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Season 2 of the Doublewide Dudes! 12:27

4+ y ago12:27

12:27

The Doublewide Dudes return! In their first episode in two years, the Doublewide Dudes are back to keep you up-to-date on all things affordable housing and talk about where their lives have gone during their hiatus. We hope you enjoy listening to Season 2 of the Doublewide Dudes! https://findmymobilehome.com/…

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Impact Hub Austin 34:57

6+ y ago34:57

34:57

On today's episode we travel to Austin, Texas to visit with Ashley Philips, the managing director of Impact Hub Austin. This global community work space is focused on cultivating businesses that focus on social impact in their community.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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1 Year Anniversary Edition – What’s in Store for 2018? 18:31

6+ y ago18:31

18:31

January 20th was the 1 year anniversary of Braustin Mobile Homes. On this episode, the Doublewide Dudes reflect on 2017 and discuss the exciting things in store for the company and their customers heading into 2018. New dealership - new factory - new home buying app.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Four Leaf Properties – Inside The Modern Mobile Home Park 29:19

6+ y ago29:19

29:19

On today's episode we visit with Mike Callaghan, the owner of Four Leaf Properties to hear how his team is working to change the perception of mobile home parks around the country.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Loop 107 Burgers 29:03

6+ y ago29:03

29:03

On today's episode - the Doublewide Dudes travel to Adkins Texas to visit with a South Texas family who turned a used mobile home and 4 generations of secret family recipes into a successful restaurant.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Tiny Homes - Big Impact: The Story of Build Us Hope 27:06

6+ y ago27:06

27:06

Two years ago, Elizabeth set out to help solve homelessness in her city of Phoenix Arizona by building a tiny home community. After pushing to change local zoning and garner support in her community, Build Us Hope is set to open their first micro housing community for the homeless and mentally ill veterans in their city by the end of October. Hear …

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Special Edition: 2017 TMHA Convention 41:46

7y ago41:46

41:46

In this special eddition of the Doublewide Dudes, we get the opportunity to speak with DJ Pendelton, the Executive Director of the TMHA. DJ explains how manufactured housing will play a role in the reconstruction after Harvey as well as what his team is doing to protect our industry and homeowners.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Family Experiences - The Acuna Family 25:21

7y ago25:21

25:21

On this episode, Jimmy takes us through his experience of researching over 20 dealers before deciding on the right place to build his new home and what it was like buying a home entirely online and over the phone.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Family Experiences - The Gomez Family 16:33

7y ago16:33

16:33

In our second episode of the Family Experiences series, we sit down with Ernest and Liza Gomez to hear what their home buying experience was like and what advice they have for folks looking to make their jump into home ownership.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Family Experiences - The Chavez Family 12:36

7y ago12:36

12:36

In this series, the Doublewide Dudes interview families who have completed their journey to become home owners to hear from them some of their fears, frustrations and advice for folks thinking about purchasing a new home. In this episode, we visit again with Leroy Chavez to see how he's been doing since moving into his new home.…

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Home Buying Process - What to Expect from Closing to Move In 8:07

7y ago8:07

8:07

Now that you've closed on your new home, its time to begin the construction process. On the final episode of the Home Buying Process series, the Doublewide Dudes walk you through the process from closing to finally moving into your new home.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Home Buying Process - What to Expect from Application to Closing 15:27

7y ago15:27

15:27

Once you have picked your location and floor plan, its time to begin to application process for your new home. In this episode, the Doublewide Dudes walk you through the home buying process from application to closing.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Home Buying Process – What You Need to Know About Mobile Home Construction 14:35

7y ago14:35

14:35

The construction of factory built housing has come along way over the years. In this episode, the Doublewide Dudes dive into the federal construction standards that govern the industry and what specific features potential home buyers need to look for when choosing a home.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Home Buying Process - Choosing the Right Floorplan 10:43

7y ago10:43

10:43

There are a lot of factors that go into selecting the right floor plan for your new home. On this episode of the Doublewide Dudes, Mousetrap and AP cover a number of items to consider when determining what layout best suits your family.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Home Buying Process - Finding the Right Mobile Home Community 9:16

7y ago9:16

9:16

Community living offers a low maintenance and affordable option for many home buyers looking for a new manufactured home. Not all communities are the same and it is important that a potential home buyer asks the right questions when making this portion of their home buying decision. In this episode of the Doublewide Dudes walk you through the top 4…

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Home Buying Process - How to Find Land 14:38

7y ago14:38

14:38

So you've made the decision to get a new mobile or manufactured home - now what? In this series, Mousetrap and AP will walk you through the home buying process from start to finish. This first episode the Home Buying Process mini series tackles the process of finding land and what you as a potential home buyer need to look for when deciding on a pi…

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Starter Homes - What do Banks Look For? 26:16

7y ago26:16

26:16

Shopping for the best deal on your home financing is just as important on getting a good deal on your home. Home financing can be confusing and there are plenty of "experts" online and at local companies that muddy the waters even further. On this episode, the Doublewide Dudes dive into the basics of home financing and uncover what banks really loo…

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Starter Homes - Rent Til You're Ready 14:50

7y ago14:50

14:50

Although home ownership may be the ultimately goal, renting does provide some benefits to making sure you are ready to make the leap towards becoming a homeowner. On this episode, the Doublewide Dudes dive into the benefits of renting til you're ready.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Starter Homes - First Time Homebuyer Hacks 11:00

7y ago11:00

11:00

Chances are, your first home will not be your forever home. Statistically, families move every 5 to 7 years as they grow in size or change jobs. It is important to go into your first home with the long term in mind. On this episode, the Doublewide Dudes explore three starter home hacks for first time home buyers.…

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Starter Homes - Dream Home or Nightmare? 15:14

7y ago15:14

15:14

Buying your first home is a big decision and one that should be thought out with the future in mind. The home of your dreams is usually not in your best interest the first go around. High mortgages can turn your dream home into a prison preventing your from enjoying life on the outside. Tune in to hear the Doublewide Dudes discuss the benefits of s…

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Mobile Home Myths - Trailer Trash Part 3 13:31

7y ago13:31

13:31

The Doublewide Dudes share about Fiesta Tech Trek May 25, 2017 and how technology is changing the way potential home buyers shop for factory built homes. San Antonio is a booming city and old stereotypes are preventing manufactured homes from playing a part in meeting the increasing need for affordable housing. Tune in to hear Mousetrap and AP cont…

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Mobile Home Myths - Trailer Trash Part 2 12:49

7y ago12:49

12:49

On this episode, a San Antonio resident, LeRoy Chavez joins the Doulbewide Dudes to discuss his experience raising his family in a manufactured home and why he and his wife decided to purchase a new factory built home on land when it came time to make a housing change.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Mobile Home Myths - Trailer Trash Part 1 8:45

7y ago8:45

8:45

The factory built housing industry has come a LONG way over the years. Unfortunately the stereotypes that surround mobile home living have not. In this series the Doulbewide Dudes tackle the harshest myth of them all - Trailer TrashBy Braustin Mobile Homes

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Mobile Home Myths - Depreciation Part 5 6:37

7y ago6:37

6:37

Do mobile homes really depreciate like everyone says? In this short 5 part series, we'll tackle this mobile home myth and see what the facts have to say.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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Mobile Home Myths - Depreciation Part 4 5:43

7+ y ago5:43

5:43

In this episode the Doublewide Dudes explore how the overall market conditions affect the resale value of manufactured homes. From baby boomers to oil fields, the demand for housing in a given area plays a major role in determining the value of a mobile home.By Braustin Mobile Homes

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