Modular homes are now popular due to a number of reasons, especially for eco-conscious homeowners. Apart from being the most advanced in green technology and architecture, they are also known to be energy efficient and sustainable. With rainwater systems, using recycled materials, net-zero emissions and the possibility of installing solar panels, they are a popular… Read More »
Top Reasons Why Modular Homes Are Energy Efficient
Manufactured Homes of the Rich & Famous
When people say “Malibu” you think of beachfront property, the Pacific ocean, sun, surfing and fabulous estates. Now, do you also think “manufactured homes”? I’m guessing not. But you’d be wrong. There are actually several high-end manufactured home communities across the country. Here are a few of them. $4 Million “Mobile Home” The most luxurious… Read More »
Modular Homes Vs. Tiny Homes On Wheels
There are several differences between modular homes and tiny homes on wheels. While tiny homes are popular on television, numbers remain small till these day. This is because the cost per square foot might be relatively expensive. On the other hand, modular homes can fetch a price that is ten times less than that. It… Read More »
How Are Manufactured Homes Built?
One of the big misconceptions about manufactured housing is that it’s poorly constructed out of substandard materials. Nothing could be further from the truth. In our earlier post on what defines manufactured housing, we touched on the construction process but we feel it deserves its own post in order to dispel any notions about manufactured… Read More »
Is It Worth Investing In A Manufactured Home In 2020?
Real estate investors first have to ask whether it is a good idea to invest in a manufactured home this year. However, what exactly is a manufactured home? Essentially, it is regarded as an investment property that consists of one or more pre-manufactured parts. These parts make out the home and are transferred to the… Read More »
Modular vs. Manufactured
It can be difficult to differentiate between modular homes and manufactured homes. They look quite similar and even have similar construction processes. Most people think it’s a matter of semantics: the names are different but they refer to the same thing. But it’s not that simple. They Live (or Build) by a Code Both types… Read More »
What is Manufactured Housing Anyway?
Manufactured housing (or “mobile homes” as they are often referred to in the United States) are homes that are built entirely in a factory and then transported to a site to be placed. This is opposed to a “site-built” home which is constructed entirely on the plot of land where it will rest permanently. Let’s… Read More »
Can Modular Homes Retain Their Property Value?
Before you choose between a modular home and a traditional one, do note that a typical modular home costs an average of 15% less. There are many reasons for this difference in pricing. Apart from the fact that they are much cheaper than the average traditional home, investors in modular homes do not have to… Read More »
Are Tiny Houses Expensive?
When considering the type of house you should get, one of the first things that potential home-owners consider is the price point of the house in question. This leads us to wonder how expensive tiny houses are during this pandemic. The fact is that they can be relatively affordable, with some of them costing just… Read More »
How COVID-19 Is Changing the Real Estate Market
One of the issues that have come about because of the COVID-19 pandemic is that being around too many people can cause someone to catch the virus. The best way to deal with it is by being somewhere not to deal with many that can spread it. Some people are finding that this can be… Read More »