Dena,.... this is some interesting pieces of information. I would definately agree with cars that come with houses. And buyers don't think anything of this. Do they have any idea of what they are financing??>??

Speaking of modular homes have you seen the Platz Haus german modulars?  We have one going up in four mile canyon (just west of Boulder) I believe it cost over 1 mil.  But is sure is amazing!

Modulars have come a looooong way!.

Here's a blog abut it...

I absolutely love the photo by the way!  Do you know who it is?

Jessica -The picture came to me via e-mail along with a dozen others. I just thought I'd use it- seemed appropriate. And as much as I usually dislike modulars they are getting so much better than they were. I picked up a glossy picture book on them once and was blown away.

Jeff - I've always wondered if people thought about the fact they are financing a Hyunda at 7% for 30 years. What the heck does that come out to? We had somebody near me start a neighborhood withnew but  o ld fashioned modulars and cars came with them. About 90% went forclosure then HUD in 2 years.

Headed out:

1. Stainless Steel appliances

2. Granite counters

None too soon for either...

Dena, I have to agree with the "Hardwood laminate floors" they just make the house seem cheap when I see them.

Dena,

Glad you shared the article and I wish I could put my hands on another recent article that tried to make the distinction between modular, manufactured, and trailer. In the same vein, I read last  year about manufactured homes at more than 1 million in California.

Of course, I can understand types of countertops, appliances, floors being in or out. The home itself is another matter.  

Jessica, that modular looks gorgeous but looks vulnerable. I think we need an ecobroker to tell us about its strength and stability.

Eloise 

Excellent points Eloise! There are differences between them and I have a hard time remembering what is what. A trailer has a VIN number I believe.

What will replace stainless and granite?  And WOW that graphic, Dena...where''s the missing part? =)

The stats here in NC say what's in is GREEN for sure...the clients who are selling and moving int he area are builidign green homes...buyers coming in form out-of-state are insisting on green-builts...the trend is on