What Is Manufactured Home?

A manufactured home is built entirely in a factory to federal HUD code, then transported to its site on a permanent chassis — distinct from a modular home, which is built to local building codes.

Why It Matters

Financing, appraisal, and resale value for manufactured homes work differently than site-built homes, and some conventional loan programs treat them separately or restrict them.

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