Guide to Manufactured Homes, Second Edition

Written on February 6, 2025   By thecradletheatre   in Resources

Buying a home is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Whether you are buying your first home, looking to upsize from your current home or planning for retirement, there are many options to consider.

Manufactured homes are affordable, comfortable, quality-crafted structures that meet HUD code construction and safety standards. The homes can be placed on a site of your choice and are an excellent alternative to traditional site-built houses. They can also offer potential savings in both construction and energy costs. However, there are a lot of considerations when it comes to purchasing a manufactured home. The location, floor plan, financing and other details can be difficult to understand, but they can help you choose the best home for your lifestyle and budget.

A Complete Guide to Manufactured Homes: Pros & Cons

This updated edition of Guide to Manufactured Homes will provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision about your purchase. The book provides valuable insight on determining which housing type is right for you, choosing a dealer, finding and buying land to place your home on, selecting service providers and more. It will also help you avoid the traps set by unscrupulous dealers who frequently overcharge for their homes. In addition, the book reveals the secrets of the industry and identifies which manufacturers offer the best value at each price point.

Added features in this second edition include a comprehensive discussion of selecting the right floor plan, a new glossary of terms used in manufactured homes, an expanded section on land ownership and buying options, and a three-page Construction Features and Specifications Comparison Table with 56 criteria you can use to evaluate any home.