Modular home businesses are expanding globally, especially in densely populated and high-demand areas. Modular home businesses are increasingly focused on urban infill projects due to housing shortages.
Controlled factory environments allow modular homes to use resources efficiently and reduce waste. Some manufacturers produce "tiny manufactured homes" that are compact and affordable for minimalists. They’re often built to the HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) code, which includes standards for safety, energy efficiency, and construction. Most mobile homes are built on a steel chassis, giving them stability and the ability to be moved when necessary. Most mobile homes are built on a steel chassis, giving them stability and the ability to be moved when necessary.
Mobile homes are particularly popular in rural or lower-cost housing markets. Unlike manufactured homes, modular homes can be built with multiple stories.
Modular companies use social media to showcase modern designs and attract younger buyers in Chino. Modern manufactured homes are built to last, often with warranties on structural components. Some investors buy mobile homes in parks as a source of rental income due to low initial costs. Modular homes often fare well in natural disasters due to robust construction standards.
Modular factories employ in-house labor, cutting down on subcontracting costs. Modular homes can be placed on full basements, crawl spaces, or slab foundations. In some areas, residents organize to prevent rent hikes in mobile home parks to maintain affordability. Some mobile homes are available under rent-to-own contracts, making ownership more accessible. Mobile homes are particularly popular in rural or lower-cost housing markets in regions like Chino.