People that are considering doing a new build are often wondering whats' the difference between a stick build and a modular home. First of all, let's acknowledge the obvious--"stick built" just sounds funny. It sounds like someone is literally out there trying to put a house together with some random twigs and tree limbs. Despite how it sounds, there are a few main … [Read more...] about Stick Built vs. Modular Homes: What’s the Difference?
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Do Modular Homes and Kits Hold Their Value? It Depends.
Kit Homes and Modulars definitely hold their value--in contrast with Manufactured (mobile) homes, which go down in value over time. Not all Modulars and Kit Homes are created equal--however. Let’s dive into the nuances to see how you can expect your home’s value to appreciate over time. Appreciation Prefab modular and kit homes appreciate at the same rate as a … [Read more...] about Do Modular Homes and Kits Hold Their Value? It Depends.
Think Building a House for Under $50K is Impossible? Think Again.
Look..building a house for $50K or less is going to be a huge challenge--but there are some strategies you can employ that just might help you pull this off. There are two ways to build a house for $50K: Do a lot of the work yourself building with a low cost home kit and get the land for free or practically nothingGo with a really small modular prefabricated house … [Read more...] about Think Building a House for Under $50K is Impossible? Think Again.
How to Tell if Your Modular Home comes with Electrical and Plumbing
A Modular home without Electrical and Plumbing is basically a fancy shed. Here’s how you can tell if your modular has electrical and plumbing included. A modular home, by definition, will come prewired with all the necessary electrical and plumbing components needed to operate your house. House kits are typically just a shell of a house, and will need to be … [Read more...] about How to Tell if Your Modular Home comes with Electrical and Plumbing