Looking into buying a manufactured home in Nevada?

Let’s look at the steps involved in purchasing a manufactured home so you can make a confident, informed purchase.

1. Decide On A Budget

When creating your budget, it’s important to carefully think about the different choices that must be taken into account. Some important factors to think about when buying a manufactured home include:

• • Will you be financing, paying in cash, or a combination?
  • Will you be buying or leasing a lot?
  • Additional costs for potential land and home site preparation, including transport and set up. Make sure to consider lot size, restrictions, zoning, permits, regulations, environmental concerns, utilities, and required preparation.
  • Floor plan and potential upgrades you may select.
  • Potential requirements and permitting costs from the County Building Department for manufactured homes. Some counties require specific home additions whereas others do not. Please contact your county for specific permitting requirements. 

2. Find The Right Dealer

Just as you want a reputable and experienced real estate agent, it’s crucial to select a reputable and experienced dealer when buying a manufactured home to ensure a successful experience. While numerous companies offer manufactured homes, not all of them uphold high standards. Manufactured homes can be categorized as HUD-code and non-HUD-code. HUD-code homes adhere to federal building codes, meaning they meet specific standards for size, material strength, and safety features. Conversely, non-HUD-code homes do not have to meet these standards and may not be eligible for certain financing options. It is important to note that we offer only HUD-code manufactured homes. 

 3. Decide Where To Put Your Home

When buying a manufactured home, checking with your county and state for manufactured home requirements and permitting before deciding on a model or where to place your home is crucial. Zoning laws can vary and some areas prohibit manufactured homes, while others have minimum requirements for the size and specifications that may affect the model you can choose and the necessary options for your home. Additionally, you need to decide whether to buy or lease the space where your home will go.

In Nevada, some communities specifically cater to manufactured housing, but they can have strict rules about home modifications and moving frequency. Alternately, if you decide to purchase land there are several factors you will need to consider first, such as having the site inspected to ensure it’s zoned for manufactured homes, whether or not you are on county sewer or will need a septic system and if the lot is the right size and shape. For more detailed information see our article on considering potential land.

*You will need to submit a plot plan to the county in order to get your permits issued. This should be done before ordering your home. We are happy to help you with this process – just ask!

4. Find The Right Model

Once you have selected a dealer, checked with your county and state for requirements and permitting and decided on a lot, it is time to select your model. There are many factors to consider when buying your manufactured home including layout, size, features, and price. You may also want to consider any additional upgrades or future improvements.

See our models and floor plans to get started. *Our models are shown with additional options and upgrades to give you ideas but they are not reflected in the starting price shown. As all county regulations and individuals are different, our prices reflect the starting price using cash purchase and do not include any required county specifications, additions, upgrades or options. These will be added to the base starting price of the home. 

5. Decide If You Will Finance Or Pay Cash

Manufactured homes can be financed through cash, traditional lenders like banks or credit unions, or through specialized lenders that focus on mobile home loans. It’s important to shop around for the best rate and terms. Use our financing page to see what options are available to you. If you choose to purchase with cash, we will provide you with a list of contractors to work with if needed. If you decide to finance the home, we will take care of contacting the contractors for you. *You will need to obtain your final quote from us before contacting lenders.*

Conclusion

With these valuable tips in mind, you’ll be well on your way to purchasing a manufactured home that perfectly fits the needs of you and your family. By carefully considering the location, size, layout, and amenities, you can ensure that the home you choose is the ideal living space for your lifestyle. And as always, we’re here to help guide you through the process from start to finish!

Once you’ve bought your home, see our move-in checklist to ensure a smooth transition.