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FMO Membership Benefits |
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Even though FMO is a member-funded organization, most of the things we do affect
every manufactured home owner in Florida. Think about it, thousands of people are supporting an
organization whose accomplishments benefit over one million others who don't.
Of course, membership has its advantages, and we offer many valuable services to
our members, including lobbyists in Tallahassee, a preferred provider program,
an informative magazine, a discounted emergency road service, and the
association of others who are willing to come together to fight for your rights.
An annual membership costs just $20 ($1.67 per month), a fraction of its worth.
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FMO News
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members, the FMO News is a publication devoted to the manufactured home
owner's lifestyle. Each issue contains current information on legislative
issues, legal cases and consumer concerns. The magazine is published
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- Candidates and endorsements
- Tie-down safety issues.
- Beware of scam artists.
- Tired of telephone solicitations?
- Consumer Fraud: Don't become a victim.
- Court upholds homeowners' rights in La Buona Vita.
- Mediation: Is it worth the effort?
- Is your park owner keeping you in the dark?
- HUD issues—Proposed rules on housing for older persons.
- Homeowners: Be prepared for evacuation orders.
- Check insurance coverage for elective coverage charges.
- Non-Florida residents: Do you know your rights?
- FMO needs your assistance: Federal Bill will stomp on consumer rights.
- Selling your home: Understanding the market and your Realtor.
- Who is liable for recreational facilities?
- Financial reporting in
subdivisions.
- Summer fires threatened mobile homes.
- What to look for in a tie-down inspection.
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Watchdog |
- A supplement to the FMO News,
the Watchdog reports on
late-breaking news and events. Usually published mid-month, the Watchdog is
posted on the FMO Website so all members have access to the latest information
that can affect their lifestyles.
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Legal Assistance |
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Legal Questions and Answers |
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- In every issue of FMO News, FMO Legal Counsel
Diana Davis Basta
responds to questions submitted by FMO members. These questions, accepted only
from FMO members in good standing, cover a variety of topics reflecting the full
spectrum of manufactured home living.
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Workshops |
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- Workshops are offered for rental communities on subjects
including negotiating with your park owner, management of your homeowners'
association and understanding Florida Statute 723. For resident owned
communities, the FMO offers a workshop on managing your resident owned
community.
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Resource Materials |
- Do you need advice on negotiating with your park owner?
- Do you want to know how you can stabilize your rent?
- Do you want to get a satellite dish, but you don't know if your
park's management will allow it?
- Do you know exactly how you're taxed?
- Do you want to learn how to form a homeowners' association?
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These are just some of
the topics covered in the literature that's been prepared by our lawyers and
staff.
The FMO Resource Material Order Form contains many helpful publications
concerning manufactured home living. Subjects include legal issues, laws
protecting manufactured home owners and much more. Most publications are
accessible to members FREE through the "Members" section of this Website; these
forms can be downloaded and printed. If a member requires a hard copy from the
FMO office, however, some publications cost between $2 and $8 to cover the cost
of printing. Nonmembers pay an additional $2 for each item.
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Preferred Provider Programs |
At FMO, we're always looking for ways to save our members'
money. One of the most popular is our Preferred Provider Programs, which gives
members the opportunity to get more bang for their buck on many items and
services.
Save lots of money on many items such as financial planning services, Medicare
and long-term
care insurance.
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Cross Country Motor Club |
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Since 2000 FMO has been affiliated with Cross Country Motor Club (CCMC), the largest
privately held motor club provider in the USA. Thousands of members have already signed up for the Elite
Membership and have praised Cross Country for its efficient, fast service. For
the small annual fee of $30 added to your FMO membership dues you can upgrade to
the Elite membership, a special feature that will provide you with some of the
most comprehensive and dynamic benefits offered by any motor club.
Click here to view full list of Cross Country benefits
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Mobile Homes |
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