Some people purchase modular homes as rental properties due to their affordable construction and high demand. Many modular companies offer custom design services to meet client specifications. Most lenders treat modular homes like site-built homes, enabling standard mortgage terms.
HUD has specific standards based on region, including "Wind Zone" ratings to ensure durability in different climates such as those in Wyoming. Since the majority of labor occurs in a factory, modular home businesses in Wyoming save significantly on labor.
Some modular homes are designed to allow future upgrades easily. Since modular homes are built concurrently with site preparation, build times are much shorter. Modular home businesses are increasingly focused on urban infill projects due to housing shortages.