The 30-Day Mobile Home Park

#07 - Submetering: Saving Water, NOI, and Sanity with Metron

Water bills out of control? Tenants filling backyard pools with hoses? Toilets leaking for weeks? In this episode, Michael Pansolini and Ryan Narus of The MHP Pros sit down with Caroline Skramm and Dan Bennett from Metron Submetering to explore how smart water metering can dramatically cut costs, improve visibility, and even prevent disaster. From real-life horror stories of $10,000 water bills to success stories of slashing usage in half, this episode dives deep into the power of submetering as a service—not just hardware, but real-time data, automated alerts, and seamless integrations with systems like Rent Manager, AppFolio, and more. Key Takeaways: * How Metron's smart meters detect leaks, backflow, zero usage, and freeze risk—down to the minute * The psychology of usage: Why giving tenants access to their own water data cuts consumption by 30% * How submetering unlocks NOI growth and helps avoid infrastructure failures before they happen * What it costs (spoiler: less than you think) and how you can install, integrate, and automate with ease * Real use cases from Ryan's portfolio—tracking down leaks, identifying abandoned homes, and more Whether you own a 30-pad park or manage hundreds of sites, submetering is a must for operational efficiency and protecting your bottom line. This isn't just about billing—this is about building smarter, more profitable parks. Level Up Your MHP Game! Submeter your Mobile Homes to achieve massive utility savings! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2MetronJotform] Join our Free Skool Group! (Even Better than Facebook) [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2SkoolFree] Join our Free Facebook Group! [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2MobileHomeParkMasterminds] Learn how to Invest In Mobile Home Parks! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2TheMHPprosMastermind] Get our Free 5-Minute Deal Evaluator! [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2Newsletter] Get the best financing terms for your next acquisition! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2PrincetonJotform] Get expert tax advice from our trusted tax strategy partners! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2HallCPAJotform] Level up your operations with the Best Property Management Software for MHPs! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2RentManagerJotform] Give a Review - Get a Free Coaching Session or Deal Evaluations! Like our Podcast? We're doing free 30-minute coaching calls and Mobile Home Park Deal Analysis in exchange for your Podcast review! Just follow these steps: 1. Navigate to our Podcast Page Using A Mobile Device * Spotify Link [https://open.spotify.com/show/5suMdzZ9Qe5dLBo4jK1Y3d?si=f96298b644e24d42] * Click the Bell🔔to turn on new episode notifications * Click ⚙ Settings and click auto-download episodes * Click the ▪▪▪ 3-Dots Menu Button, Click ⭐ Rate Show, and then hit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * Apple Podcasts Link [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/30-day-mobile-home-park/id1768803413] 1. Scroll to the Ratings and Reviews and then hit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2. Click "📝 Write a Review" - let us know what you think! 2. Take a screenshot of your review 3. Submit this form [https://link.themhppros.com/submitpodcastreview] with your screenshot attached! 4. We'll get back to you within 1-2 business days to schedule your coaching call / deal review Connect with us! The MHP Pros * Website - www.themhppros.com [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2Home] * Youtube - @TheMHPPros [https://link.themhppros.com/pod2youtubesubscribe] * Instagram - @MHP_Pros [https://www.instagram.com/mhp_pros/] * Facebook Page - MHP Pros [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2FacebookPage] * LinkedIn - The MHP Pros [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2LinkedIn-MHPpros] Ryan Narus * Website - www.archimedesgrp.com [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2ArchimedesGroupWebsite] * LinkedIn [https://link.themhppros.com/RyanNarusLinkedInFollow] * Instagram [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2RyanNarusInstagram] * Facebook [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2RyanNarusFacebook] * Ryan's Legacy Podcast - MHP_IRL * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/0u4EgQiYKPdnFgbGC6JBMG?si=efb34e8b5d5f455c] * Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mobile-home-parks-in-real-life-mhp-irl/id1365784637] Michael Pansolini * LinkedIn [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2LinkedIn-MichaelPansolini-Follow] * Instagram [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2MikePansoliniInstagram] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/michael.pansolini]

#06 - Phase 3 - The Summit: Living the Dream…or Facing the Void?

You made it. You're free. So… what is this new feeling? In Phase 3, host Ryan explores what happens after you reach financial freedom—when your MHP portfolio produces enough income to support you indefinitely, and you're no longer tethered to a full time job. This is the summit—a life of time freedom, autonomy, and control. But with comfort comes a new challenge: complacency, boredom, and the creeping question… now what? In this episode, you'll learn why many entrepreneurs struggle to find fulfillment after reaching their goals, and how to protect yourself from the hidden psychological traps of "success." Whether you want to stay in this phase or push forward to build something bigger, this episode will help you navigate your next move with clarity and purpose. Key Takeaways: * What life actually feels like after hitting "critical mass" * The pros of Phase 3: time freedom, ownership, autonomy, and control * The hidden downsides: loss of purpose, unexpected CapEx, and feeling stuck * Why your brain tells you it's never enough—and how to quiet that voice * How to avoid complacency and plan for a life of long-term meaning This phase is everything you dreamed of… But if you're not careful, it can become everything you feared. Welcome to the summit. Level Up Your MHP Game! Join our Free Facebook Group! [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2MobileHomeParkMasterminds] Join our Free Skool Group! (Even Better than Facebook) [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2SkoolFree] Learn how to Invest In Mobile Home Parks! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2TheMHPprosMastermind] Get our Free 5-Minute Deal Evaluator! [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2Newsletter] Get the best financing terms for your next acquisition! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2PrincetonJotform] Get expert tax advice from our trusted tax strategy partners! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2HallCPAJotform] Submeter your Mobile Homes to achieve massive utility savings! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2MetronJotform] Level up your operations with the Best Property Management Software for MHPs! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2RentManagerJotform] Give a Review - Get a Free Coaching Session or Deal Evaluations! Like our Podcast? We're doing free 30-minute coaching calls and Mobile Home Park Deal Analysis in exchange for your Podcast review! Just follow these steps: 1. Navigate to our Podcast Page Using A Mobile Device * Spotify Link [https://open.spotify.com/show/5suMdzZ9Qe5dLBo4jK1Y3d?si=f96298b644e24d42] * Click the Bell🔔to turn on new episode notifications * Click ⚙ Settings and click auto-download episodes * Click the ▪▪▪ 3-Dots Menu Button, Click ⭐ Rate Show, and then hit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * Apple Podcasts Link [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/30-day-mobile-home-park/id1768803413] 1. Scroll to the Ratings and Reviews and then hit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2. Click "📝 Write a Review" - let us know what you think! 2. Take a screenshot of your review 3. Submit this form [https://link.themhppros.com/submitpodcastreview] with your screenshot attached! 4. We'll get back to you within 1-2 business days to schedule your coaching call / deal review Connect with us! The MHP Pros * Website - www.themhppros.com [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2Home] * Youtube - @TheMHPPros [https://link.themhppros.com/pod2youtubesubscribe] * Instagram - @MHP_Pros [https://www.instagram.com/mhp_pros/] * Facebook Page - MHP Pros [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2FacebookPage] * LinkedIn - The MHP Pros [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2LinkedIn-MHPpros] Ryan Narus * Website - www.archimedesgrp.com [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2ArchimedesGroupWebsite] * LinkedIn [https://link.themhppros.com/RyanNarusLinkedInFollow] * Instagram [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2RyanNarusInstagram] * Facebook [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2RyanNarusFacebook] * Ryan's Legacy Podcast - MHP_IRL * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/0u4EgQiYKPdnFgbGC6JBMG?si=efb34e8b5d5f455c] * Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mobile-home-parks-in-real-life-mhp-irl/id1365784637] Michael Pansolini * LinkedIn [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2LinkedIn-MichaelPansolini-Follow] * Instagram [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2MikePansoliniInstagram] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/michael.pansolini]

#05 - Phase 2 - The Climb: From Owner to Critical Mass

Welcome to the grind. You bought your first park—congrats. But now comes the hardest part of the journey: scaling to survive. In Phase 2, Ryan walks you through the most dangerous stage of the mobile home park journey—the climb from first-time owner to full-time entrepreneur. This is where many stall out, overwhelmed by the weight of operations, cash flow struggles, and the brutal realization that one MHP probably won't cut it. In this episode, you'll hear how to stabilize your first deal, stack more acquisitions, and build the skillset and mental resilience required to hit critical mass—the moment your cash flow becomes sustainable for the long haul. Key Takeaways: * Why most first deals don't provide enough income to quit your job * How to grow your portfolio while juggling your W-2 and operating your first park * The importance of skill-building through experience—not just books or courses * Tactical advice for scaling smartly and avoiding burnout * How to fight through doubt, plateaus, and the fear of being "stuck halfway up the mountain" This phase is messy, exhausting, and full of setbacks—but if you push through, you get your life back. Welcome to the climb. Level Up Your MHP Game! Join our Free Facebook Group! [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2MobileHomeParkMasterminds] Join our Free Skool Group! (Even Better than Facebook) [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2SkoolFree] Learn how to Invest In Mobile Home Parks! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2TheMHPprosMastermind] Get our Free 5-Minute Deal Evaluator! [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2Newsletter] Get the best financing terms for your next acquisition! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2PrincetonJotform] Get expert tax advice from our trusted tax strategy partners! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2HallCPAJotform] Submeter your Mobile Homes to achieve massive utility savings! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2MetronJotform] Level up your operations with the Best Property Management Software for MHPs! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2RentManagerJotform] Give a Review - Get a Free Coaching Session or Deal Evaluations! Like our Podcast? We're doing free 30-minute coaching calls and Mobile Home Park Deal Analysis in exchange for your Podcast review! Just follow these steps: 1. Navigate to our Podcast Page Using A Mobile Device * Spotify Link [https://open.spotify.com/show/5suMdzZ9Qe5dLBo4jK1Y3d?si=f96298b644e24d42] * Click the Bell🔔to turn on new episode notifications * Click ⚙ Settings and click auto-download episodes * Click the ▪▪▪ 3-Dots Menu Button, Click ⭐ Rate Show, and then hit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * Apple Podcasts Link [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/30-day-mobile-home-park/id1768803413] 1. Scroll to the Ratings and Reviews and then hit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2. Click "📝 Write a Review" - let us know what you think! 2. Take a screenshot of your review 3. Submit this form [https://link.themhppros.com/submitpodcastreview] with your screenshot attached! 4. We'll get back to you within 1-2 business days to schedule your coaching call / deal review Connect with us! The MHP Pros * Website - www.themhppros.com [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2Home] * Youtube - @TheMHPPros [https://link.themhppros.com/pod2youtubesubscribe] * Instagram - @MHP_Pros [https://www.instagram.com/mhp_pros/] * Facebook Page - MHP Pros [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2FacebookPage] * LinkedIn - The MHP Pros [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2LinkedIn-MHPpros] Ryan Narus * Website - www.archimedesgrp.com [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2ArchimedesGroupWebsite] * LinkedIn [https://link.themhppros.com/RyanNarusLinkedInFollow] * Instagram [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2RyanNarusInstagram] * Facebook [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2RyanNarusFacebook] * Ryan's Legacy Podcast - MHP_IRL * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/0u4EgQiYKPdnFgbGC6JBMG?si=efb34e8b5d5f455c] * Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mobile-home-parks-in-real-life-mhp-irl/id1365784637] Michael Pansolini * LinkedIn [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2LinkedIn-MichaelPansolini-Follow] * Instagram [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2MikePansoliniInstagram] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/michael.pansolini]

#04 - Phase 1 - Basecamp: From Zero to Your First MHP

Welcome to Basecamp. Phase 1 is where your mobile home park journey begins—and where most people stop. In this episode, we dive into the emotional and tactical roller coaster of going from zero to one: From the honeymoon phase of falling in love with the idea of MHPs, to the harsh realities that stop nearly 95% of would-be investors from ever taking action. We explore what it really takes to leave the "clubhouse" of talkers and walk out into the cold to find your first deal. You'll hear stories of doubt, failure, and perseverance—and why buying even just one MHP puts you in an elite class of action takers. If you've ever dreamed of escaping your W-2, building real wealth, or just want your first "at bat," this episode will prepare you mentally, emotionally, and tactically for the climb ahead. Key Takeaways: * Why the early MHP "honeymoon phase" matters—and how to use it * The psychological toll of searching for your first deal * Why most people never leave the clubhouse (and how you can) * Tactical steps for preparing your team, strategy, and mindset * Why buying one MHP is everything This isn't theory. This is real. And it starts right here, at basecamp. Level Up Your MHP Game! Join our Free Facebook Group! [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2MobileHomeParkMasterminds] Join our Free Skool Group! (Even Better than Facebook) [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2SkoolFree] Learn how to Invest In Mobile Home Parks! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2TheMHPprosMastermind] Get our Free 5-Minute Deal Evaluator! [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2Newsletter] Get the best financing terms for your next acquisition! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2PrincetonJotform] Get expert tax advice from our trusted tax strategy partners! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2HallCPAJotform] Submeter your Mobile Homes to achieve massive utility savings! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2MetronJotform] Level up your operations with the Best Property Management Software for MHPs! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2RentManagerJotform] Give a Review - Get a Free Coaching Session or Deal Evaluations! Like our Podcast? We're doing free 30-minute coaching calls and Mobile Home Park Deal Analysis in exchange for your Podcast review! Just follow these steps: 1. Navigate to our Podcast Page Using A Mobile Device * Spotify Link [https://open.spotify.com/show/5suMdzZ9Qe5dLBo4jK1Y3d?si=f96298b644e24d42] * Click the Bell🔔to turn on new episode notifications * Click ⚙ Settings and click auto-download episodes * Click the ▪▪▪ 3-Dots Menu Button, Click ⭐ Rate Show, and then hit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * Apple Podcasts Link [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/30-day-mobile-home-park/id1768803413] 1. Scroll to the Ratings and Reviews and then hit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2. Click "📝 Write a Review" - let us know what you think! 2. Take a screenshot of your review 3. Submit this form [https://link.themhppros.com/submitpodcastreview] with your screenshot attached! 4. We'll get back to you within 1-2 business days to schedule your coaching call / deal review Connect with us! The MHP Pros * Website - www.themhppros.com [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2Home] * Youtube - @TheMHPPros [https://link.themhppros.com/pod2youtubesubscribe] * Instagram - @MHP_Pros [https://www.instagram.com/mhp_pros/] * Facebook Page - MHP Pros [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2FacebookPage] * LinkedIn - The MHP Pros [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2LinkedIn-MHPpros] Ryan Narus * Website - www.archimedesgrp.com [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2ArchimedesGroupWebsite] * LinkedIn [https://link.themhppros.com/RyanNarusLinkedInFollow] * Instagram [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2RyanNarusInstagram] * Facebook [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2RyanNarusFacebook] * Ryan's Legacy Podcast - MHP_IRL * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/0u4EgQiYKPdnFgbGC6JBMG?si=efb34e8b5d5f455c] * Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mobile-home-parks-in-real-life-mhp-irl/id1365784637] Michael Pansolini * LinkedIn [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2LinkedIn-MichaelPansolini-Follow] * Instagram [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2MikePansoliniInstagram] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/michael.pansolini]

Newsbreak #01 - The Election and Affordable Housing Policy

Level Up Your MHP Game! Join our Free Facebook Group! [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2MobileHomeParkMasterminds] Join our Free Skool Group! (Even Better than Facebook) [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2SkoolFree] Learn how to Invest In Mobile Home Parks! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2TheMHPprosMastermind] Get our Free 5-Minute Deal Evaluator! [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2Newsletter] Get the best financing terms for your next acquisition! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2PrincetonJotform] Get expert tax advice from our trusted tax strategy partners! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2HallCPAJotform] Submeter your Mobile Homes to achieve massive utility savings! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2MetronJotform] Level up your operations with the Best Property Management Software for MHPs! [https://link.themhppros.com/Podcast2RentManagerJotform] Give a Review - Get a Free Coaching Session or Deal Evaluations! Like our Podcast? We're doing free 30-minute coaching calls and Mobile Home Park Deal Analysis in exchange for your Podcast review! Just follow these steps: 1. Navigate to our Podcast Page Using A Mobile Device * Spotify Link [https://open.spotify.com/show/5suMdzZ9Qe5dLBo4jK1Y3d?si=f96298b644e24d42] * Click the Bell🔔to turn on new episode notifications * Click ⚙ Settings and click auto-download episodes * Click the ▪▪▪ 3-Dots Menu Button, Click ⭐ Rate Show, and then hit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * Apple Podcasts Link [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/30-day-mobile-home-park/id1768803413] 1. Scroll to the Ratings and Reviews and then hit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2. Click "📝 Write a Review" - let us know what you think! 2. Take a screenshot of your review 3. Submit this form [https://link.themhppros.com/submitpodcastreview] with your screenshot attached! 4. We'll get back to you within 1-2 business days to schedule your coaching call / deal review Connect with us! The MHP Pros * Website - www.themhppros.com [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2Home] * Youtube - @TheMHPPros [https://link.themhppros.com/pod2youtubesubscribe] * Instagram - @MHP_Pros [https://www.instagram.com/mhp_pros/] * Facebook Page - MHP Pros [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2FacebookPage] * LinkedIn - The MHP Pros [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2LinkedIn-MHPpros] Ryan Narus * Website - www.archimedesgrp.com [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2ArchimedesGroupWebsite] * LinkedIn [https://link.themhppros.com/RyanNarusLinkedInFollow] * Instagram [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2RyanNarusInstagram] * Facebook [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2RyanNarusFacebook] * Ryan's Legacy Podcast - MHP_IRL * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/0u4EgQiYKPdnFgbGC6JBMG?si=efb34e8b5d5f455c] * Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mobile-home-parks-in-real-life-mhp-irl/id1365784637] Michael Pansolini * LinkedIn [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2LinkedIn-MichaelPansolini-Follow] * Instagram [https://link.themhppros.com/Pod2MikePansoliniInstagram] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/michael.pansolini]