Carteret Mobile Park / My Home in Carteret — Local services in Carteret

For about two Decades, my father and his wife lived in this community, in a trailer they purchased brand new. They were model residents — never once late on a bill, always kept the property in excellent condition, and never caused a single problem. My father was the last to pass away.

Because the original executors of his will stepped down, the court needed to appoint an administrator (c.t.a.) before we could access estate funds. Management was fully aware of this situation and knew we were waiting on the court’s authority — something entirely outside our control. During this short waiting period, only two months of unpaid rent accrued after his passing.

Despite a flawless 20+ year payment history, management wasted no time taking immediate legal action. No courtesy call. No grace period. No compassion — just paperwork and threats.

Yes, business is business, but treating a grieving family — especially one who had been loyal, responsible residents for decades — as nothing more than an account in arrears says a lot about the priorities here. The place is pleasant and well-maintained, but the rules and enforcement are rigid to the point of feeling like a strict HOA — even when showing a little humanity would have cost them nothing.

Edited for reply #1.

Dear Management,

Your reply states that I am “not aware of all the facts” and that “the internet is not the place to disclose personal issues.” Respectfully, my review did not disclose personal issues — it described the way a loyal resident’s estate was treated after his passing. That is not private; it is a matter of how management conducts business.

The facts are clear:

My father and his wife were residents here for two decades, never once late on rent, and always in good standing.

After his death, the estate required court appointment of an administrator before any payments could legally be made — a process outside the family’s control.

During this short period, only two months of arrears accrued.

Instead of extending courtesy to a family grieving the loss of a long-time resident, management immediately pursued legal action.

These are not misunderstandings — they are verifiable facts. My review was written to reflect how quickly compassion was set aside in favor of procedure.

I fully agree that businesses must protect their interests, but the manner in which this was handled sends a clear message to current and prospective residents about what to expect should they face hardship. That is why I felt compelled to share it...

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