Many modular businesses focus on sustainability, modern design, and speed in their marketing campaigns. Many modular businesses focus on sustainability, modern design, and speed in their marketing campaigns. Financing mobile homes can be tricky, as they may be considered "chattel" loans, with higher interest rates. In areas like Asheville, modular businesses are gaining market share due to high housing demand. Common sizes are 14x70 feet for single-wides and 24x48 feet for double-wides.
Modular homes increasingly incorporate modern design elements, including sleek lines and open spaces. Vintage mobile homes from the 50s and 60s are now popular as collectibles and often remodeled with retro décor.
Mobile homes have fire safety concerns, although newer models are generally safer than older ones. Some manufacturers offer land-home packages, bundling land purchase with the home for easier financing.