Manufactured homes have a reputation problem — but so did sardines, until foodies decided the humble little fish had a cool factor. Today’s homes have come a long way from the boxy trailers of the past. The stigma, however, has been slower to fade. So what will it take to ditch the old “tin can” image?
For buyers struggling to afford a starter home, manufactured homes offer modern layouts at a much lower price. They cost about 40% less per month than traditionally built houses, according to Fannie Mae.
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