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Can I save on my modular home costs by doing my own [foundation, lighting, garage, etc]? YES! You can save money on modular home costs if you want to do some of the work yourself or contract it out to a family member or friend. In the building industry, this is often referred to as […]

Building a modular home comes with a variety of benefits, but perhaps the most notable is the customization it allows. Not only do you receive a brand new home that is tailored to you, but you also have a lot of say in how it is designed. The trick is to start with the best

Building a home is part of the American dream, but many people think it’s just a pipe dream. Although the cost to build a custom home is prohibitively expensive in some states, in Indiana and Michigan it is surprisingly affordable. This means that your dream home doesn’t have to be a dream. The Price Varies Keep

Have you dreamed of owning your own home? Do you worry that you will never be able to afford your dream? You might be surprised to learn that it’s entirely possible to build a modular home for $215K and not sacrifice the upgrades that you want. Let’s take a look at the numbers. What Is

In school, you probably learned the importance of defining things correctly. For instance, all squares are rectangles, but not all rectangles are squares. If you treat all rectangles as squares, you can quickly mess up a math problem. This analogy definitely applies to the modern modular home. Many people confuse themselves when defining a modern

You are at a 5-star seafood restaurant. Your friend, who has eaten there, raves about the crab cakes, but you’ve never eaten crab before.  In fact, you’ve never had seafood of any kind. After 20 minutes of looking at the entrees, you give up and order grilled cheese off the kids’ menu. Why? Because people feel

For many, the thought of building a custom built home seems like a “someday” dream. After all, fancy custom built homes cost a lot of money. Right? Not necessarily. If you choose to build your dream home using modular home construction, you might be pleasantly surprised at how inexpensive it really is. With a reputable, experienced modular

A strong economy and low unemployment generally mean that people have to pay more for goods and services. It also means that interest rates start to rise. According to Freddie Mac, mortgage rates are now at an all-time high. Rising interest rates coupled with a housing shortage are causing home buyers to become discouraged. Thankfully,

Two of the primary reasons people choose to build a modular home is the pricing and the ability to customize the build to suit their needs.  Almost every aspect of your new modular home can be tailored to you including a custom lighting plan. Have you ever been frustrated with the lack of overhead lighting?

Recently we fielded an interesting question from one of our new home customers about managing his home building project. He shopped around, gathering quotes, trying to find a General Contractor. He soon discovered that there was quite a difference in pricing and he wanted to know why. So, he asked one of the higher priced

Before you can set your new modular home at your site, you will need to arrange for utility connections. So it is important to plan these connections as soon as possible. Electricity Your home’s location is critical in determining the best approach for tying into existing lines. Determine how far you must run the power lines

Ranch-style housing grew in popularity during the mid-20th century. Though it’s named for the sprawling structures one would expect to find on a large piece of land, these houses are typically found in the suburbs. Ranch homes are uniquely American and embody the more informal lifestyle enjoyed in the United States. A Ranch-style modular home is particularly