INTRODUCTION
Buying a home may be the most expensive purchase you will ever
make. A manufactured home may be an appealing option for you. These
homes come in a variety of styles, sizes, and floor plans, and range
in price from about $15,000 to more than $100,000, without land.
Manufactured homes can be installed on your own land, in a rental
community, or in a planned subdivision.
Manufactured homes are factory-built to meet the federal Manufactured
Home Construction and Safety Standards, also known as the HUD Code.
The Code, which is administered by the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), regulates the
home's design and construction, strength and durability,
transportability, fire resistance, and energy efficiency.
It also sets performance
standards for the heating, air conditioning, plumbing, thermal and
electrical systems.
The Manufactured Housing
Institute and the Federal Trade Commission have developed this guide
to help you through the home-buying process. You'll learn about
purchasing a home and its construction, transportation, installation,
and important warranty protections. The retailer of your new home can
provide additional information. BACK