Taking care of any home can be very difficult. Mobile homes are no exception. But once you get a feel for what you need to maintain, it’s not as hard as you’d imagine keeping your home in good shape. Here are some pointers on mobile home maintenance for your manufactured home. Make Sure Your Manufactured Home is Level   When it comes to manufactured homes, over time they settle since most are either resting on their axles or are propped up. Over time, a mobile home will naturally settle. Ensuring every so often to make sure that your mobile home is level is a must. If your Manufactured home is not settled evenly, this can cause issues, such a crack in the walls and ceiling. An unsettled house settling unevenly can really harm your home. If you are concerned there is an issue, call a professional. Check Windows and Doors ...
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Not all manufactured home communities are created equal. Mobile home amenities vary vastly. Here’s what you should look for in your next mobile home community. When buying a manufactured home in Leesburg or the Central Florida area, one of the reasons to purchase is the community and lifestyle that you will be receiving when purchasing a home. There are some items you should follow when searching for a community. For instance, you’ll always want to ask, “What's included in the monthly lot rent?” You will likely find some combination of lawn care, amenity access, trash pickup and sometimes even water and cable. Manufactured Homes We have a saying here at Four Star Homes about what you’re getting when you purchase a manufactured home. Since mobile homes pretty much are located in a community, you’re not just purchasing a home, but a lifestyle. Communities are all about the lifestyle, and each ...
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Just because mobile homes are affordable housing does not mean that they aren’t lovely homes. Here’s how mobile homes can be affordable housing in Orlando and the central Florida area. Manufactured homes are not what you imagine them to be, I can assure you of that. The concept of a “trailer park” and the idea of the traditional mobile home community in the public’s mind is all based on misinformation. We aim to break the stigma around beautiful, affordable mobile housing.  Affordable Housing in Orlando and Central Florida: Mobile Homes Pricing Pricing for mobile homes is exceptionally reasonable and affordable. Depending on what you need, homes can range from $10,000 to over $100,000. Whereas most traditional houses range from above $100,000, a good $30,000+ home can be comfortable, spacious and perfect. The Community Here at Four Star Homes we always say that when purchasing a mobile home you’re buying a ...
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Here’s what to look for in a Leesburg mobile home community in the Port Orange or Central Florida area. You’ve already made your choice. You’re going to live in a manufactured home. You’re off to a great start. There are plenty of reasons you should choose a Leesburg mobile home community over a house. It’s affordable, spacious and unlike their stereotype, manufactured homes can be more beautiful, if not much more beautiful than the average home. But before you buy your mobile home, you want to make sure you are picking the right community. There are plenty of manufactured home communities to choose from, whether they’re in Leesburg, Port Orange, or Daytona Beach, picking the right one for what you want is a top priority. You’re Not Buying a Home; You’re Buying a Lifestyle One key thing to remember about a mobile home community is that you’re not buying a ...
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Are you thinking of moving? There are two excellent reasons to move to Florida this year (if you aren’t already here). For one, it’s Florida, so say hello to the warm sun, the beaches, and the weather that’s nice all year round. And two, you just want something new, which again is why you should be thrilled to be diving into a new home in Florida! And not just any home, a manufactured home, and not just any manufactured home, but one in The Falls in Ormond, a mobile home community. There are many manufactured homes communities in and around Central Florida. One of those communities is The Falls in Ormond, and the reason why this community stands out is not just because of its location to the beach. The Falls in Ormond: a Lifestyle to Have When you're purchasing a mobile home, you aren't just buying a new home; ...
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