UMH Properties, Inc. Declares Dividends Amid Strong Operational Framework
1. Overview of the Announcement
On January 21, 2026, UMH Properties, Inc. (NYSE: UMH) made a significant announcement regarding its financial performance and shareholder returns. The company’s Board of Directors declared both common and preferred dividends, illuminating its commitment to delivering value to its shareholders while reinforcing its operational stability in the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector.
2. Common Stock Dividend Details
The Board of Directors announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.225 per share on the company’s common stock. This dividend will be payable on March 16, 2026, to shareholders recorded as of the close of business on February 17, 2026. The annual dividend rate on UMH's common stock thus stands at $0.90 per share, reflecting the company’s ongoing profitability and dedication to returning capital to its investors.
3. Preferred Stock Dividend Information
In addition to the common stock dividend, UMH Properties also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.3984375 per share for its 6.375% Series D Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock. This dividend applies to the period from December 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026, and will similarly be payable on March 16, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 17, 2026. The Series D preferred shares are set to yield an annual rate of $1.59375 per share, emphasizing the company’s robust financial health and commitment to its preferred shareholders.
4. UMH Properties, Inc.: A Brief Profile
Founded in 1968, UMH Properties, Inc. operates as a public equity REIT that owns and manages 145 manufactured home communities across the United States. These communities encompass approximately 27,100 developed homesites, with 11,000 of these sites featuring rental homes. In addition, UMH oversees over 1,000 self-storage units.
The geographical footprint of UMH Properties extends across several key states, including New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Alabama, South Carolina, Florida, and Georgia. Notably, the company operates two communities in Florida, which contain 363 sites, and one community in Pennsylvania with 113 sites through joint ventures with Nuveen Real Estate.
5. Conclusion
The recent dividend declarations by UMH Properties, Inc. underscore the company’s solid financial foundation and its proactive approach to enhancing shareholder value. As the company continues to expand its portfolio of manufactured home communities and self-storage units, investors can remain optimistic about future financial performance and continued dividend growth. The upcoming payments scheduled for March 2026 serve as a testament to UMH’s ongoing commitment to its shareholders and its strategic positioning in the real estate market.
