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Lower upfront cost, but she would pay monthly "lot rent" and have to follow park rules.

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The sticker price of the home wasn’t the final number. Sarah had to budget for: Clearing trees and leveling the ground. Foundations: Pouring a concrete slab or installing piers. Lower upfront cost, but she would pay monthly

After years of renting a cramped apartment, Sarah finally decided it was time to own her space. She wasn’t looking for a massive mortgage, so she started researching —or manufactured homes, as she learned they are officially called. She opted for an FHA loan , which

Running water, septic, and electricity to the site.