The Fascinating Story Behind Manufactured Homes in North Carolina
For decades, North Carolinians have turned to manufactured homes as an accessible and affordable housing option. Their prevalence is unmistakable, lining the scenic country roads that wind through our beautiful state.
Manufactured homes are typically purchased new from reputable dealers such as Clayton or Oakwood Homes. Once acquired, they are often transported to rural building lots, where the final installation is completed.
Over time, this trend has given rise to thousands of unique home and land combinations, ushering in a new market for manufactured homes sold with accompanying land parcels. What initially began as a manufactured home evolves into a valuable real estate asset once permanently affixed to the land. The advantage? Financing is readily available, with HUD and Fannie Mae now focusing on serving this "underserved market" through FHA Mortgage Loans.
Navigating the purchase or sale of a manufactured home requires expertise, as evidenced by a recent negotiation experience. As a Listing Agent, I encountered a Buyer’s Agent who lacked essential knowledge about manufactured homes. This agent's misconceptions led to a missed opportunity for an unknowing buyer. Unfortunately, many real estate agents are unfamiliar with the intricacies of manufactured homes.
To ensure a successful transaction, it's crucial to ask the right questions when selecting a real estate agent:
1. What Listing Systems does your Firm utilize for listing Manufactured Homes?
2. What Marketing Systems does your Firm employ for marketing Manufactured Homes?
3. Does your Firm have Subject Matter Experts available for Specialty Properties like Manufactured Homes?
4. How many Manufactured Homes have you personally sold?
5. Do you have reliable vendors, contractors, and mortgage lenders specializing in Manufactured Homes?
At United Country Real Estate - Broker Associates in Winston-Salem, NC, we pride ourselves on our unparalleled expertise in country real estate, including manufactured homes. With years of experience and a proprietary Listing System designed to streamline the selling process, we're here to ensure a smooth and successful transaction.
As America’s largest integrated real estate and auction company, United Country has been specializing in lifestyle (non-urban) real estate since 1925. Our commitment to excellence and innovative marketing approach has earned us a top 1% Global Real Estate Franchise Ranking. When it comes to achieving your buying or selling goals, trust our team to deliver exceptional results.
For more information, call or text us at 336-391-8094 or visit Broker-Associates.com. Let us go to work for you and make your manufactured home dreams a reality.
