The answer to this is NO. Studies show that it is the land on which the home stands, not the method of construction that determines the rate of appreciation or depreciation.

No, manufactured homes will appreciate just like a stick-built home just as long as it is put on a foundation and is converted to real property. We have had customer???s manufactured homes appraise form $100,000 - $1,000,000. We have had investors and developers realize profits in excess of $200,000 on their manufactured home projects. Just like any piece of real estate the true determining factors in value appreciation are location and condition of the property.

According to the 2004 U.S. Fire Administration Report the 10-year trend for property fires and losses in manufactured housing has declined between 48% and 57% largely due to the use of improved building materials as established by the HUD code in 1976. In fact in 2001 arson and smoking were the leading causes of fires in manufactured homes.

Modular homes are built to the same International Residential Codes (IRC) as homes built on site. The International Residential Codes are created by building professionals to insure that a home is built to withstand the unique environmental stresses of a state and local area. However, manufactured homes, sometimes referred to as mobile homes, are built to a federal HUD code and do not have to meet state and local code standards.

Priced incomparably low to site-built homes due to their streamlined “assembly- line” process, making them affordable to almost everyone.

The same components used for site-built housing go into constructing manufactured homes. You can buy these same materials at your local building super store. With factory-built housing having an even higher material and installation standard, as required by the HUD code, today’s manufactured home competes with and in many ways is superior to a site-built home. For example the flooring platform is glued and nailed in a manufactured home.

Yes. The home must be on a permanent foundation and be newer than June 1976. Lending rules have changed drastically in the past few years where manufactured homes are concerned.

Manufactured homes have the same amenities that homeowners are seeking in site-built homes. Choose from features such as bay windows, sky lights, fireplaces, custom cabinets, state-of-the-art appliances and more. The choices in architectural designs, floor plans, interior decors and exterior finishes are virtually limitless in today's manufactured homes.

Yes. Recently a study conducted by East Carolina University (ECU) concluded that permanently sided manufactured homes appreciate at a rate close to site built homes, and higher than condominiums. The newer the home, and the more complex the structure (multisection etc.) the better the appreciation rate. Those listed as real property, or those with a fixed foundation even appreciated at a higher rate in some cases.

Yes, all new manufactured homes are built to HUD building codes. They are energy efficient and manufactured homeowners have low fuel costs. All homes can have 6 in. exterior walls that are fully insulated.

Single width homes range from 700 square feet (14x56) to 1200 square feet (16x80), which is the largest single sectional. Double width manufactured homes are normally 1200 to 2300 square feet. Fawn Creek has a wide selection of models available.

Yes! There is a one-year manufacturers warranty on parts and labor on all Manufactured Homes. In addition, many of the components of the Manufactured Homes have their own warranties, for example the shingles, windows, and appliances have separate warranties. Also, Silvercrest has a 10-year structural warranty.

Yes, financing is available for both Land/Home packages and for homes in Manufactured Home Communities. Talk to one of our agents today.

The Counter Assessor is responsible for placing value on manufactured structures. If you have questions regarding tax payments, or need a 113 (one-one-three) form in order to remove, exempt from titling, or change ownership on a structure, please contact the Jackson County Payment Center at 774-6541. Manufactured structures may be classified as either real property or personal property and valued at its on-site value for each January 1.

Yes. You'll actually spend less on utilities. On average, you'll spend 25 percent less on your utilities than with a site-built home. Manufacturers offer homeowners a variety of energy-saving options, including better insulation to lower heating and cooling costs, energy-efficient windows, and the choice of home-energy fuel.

Definitely not. Manufactured homes are available in a variety of siding materials and colors, including metal, vinyl, wood or hardboard. You may select design features such as bay windows, a gable front, or a pitched roof with shingles. You can add awnings, enclosures around the crawl space, patio covers, decks, and steps to give your home the look you want.

long as your manufactured home is on a concrete slab and meets the other qualification criteria, Mortgage Rescue will cover your property.

Yes. Manufactured homes can be placed upon a 'crawl space' foundation or on a full or partial basement foundation. For transportation purposes, the basement stair and any other construction in the basement will be done by your builder at the site after the home is delivered and set. If you are considering a basement under your home, it is important that you discuss this with your retail sales person when ordering your home.

Manufactured homes are built in factories, and benefit from the assembly line production process. Labor is used with maximum efficiency, with skilled craftsman moving between workstations on the factory floor. Manufactured Homes typically use 20% to 30% more material in the framing to insure a safe, secure trip to its destination.

The "modules" are built inside a factory, avoiding exposure to weather, and built on frames and jigs to make them square and plumb. Almost 1/3 more lumber is used in our Penn Lyon Homes than in conventional homes to make them sturdy enough to transport and lifted onto the foundations.

Mobile homes, now called manufactured homes, are built to conform to the same federal code, no matter where they will be delivered. That code is called the HUD code. A modular home conforms to the building codes that are required at the specific location it will be delivered to, and in many cases construction exceeds the required codes. No, and unless you were there to see the house delivered and assembled, you might not guess it's a modular home.

BetaCell? is designed by Micelle Products, Inc. and manufactured by our parent company Micelle Laboratories, Inc. Micelle Laboratories is a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical facility with both FDA and GMP certifications and has been a leading, quality Nutraceutical and OTC Drug manufacturer since 1980. Micelle Products, Inc. specializes in marketing innovative quality products worldwide.

You must still file the form and report all equipment used or available for use in the business. You must include an itemized list of all equipment; and you may be asked to provide a copy of your federal Schedule C or Form 1120 in lieu of the required copy of your federal depreciation schedule.

A28. Boats typically are bad investments. We think the Nordhavn 43 is about as good of an investment as we can make in a boat, as long as we keep her in good shape. A few Nordhavns have actually gone up in value. They are extremely well made, trusted, and a specialized craft. In general we expect to not lose a ton of money, and hopefully hold about even. If well maintained, these boats can last 20-30 years.

A factory built, residential dwelling unit constructed to standards and codes issued by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development under the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974 (42 USC 5401 et seq, as amended. Structures bearing a permanently affixed seal from HUD certifying that the home is in compliance with the Code.