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Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
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Hi, John. 

   I went to a plant in south Georgia where they make these houses.  The houses are constructed inside of buildings the size of aircraft hangars.  Strict quality control. 

      That tour changed my mind about "manufactured houses".

Jul 12, 2016 08:10 AM
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Jeff Dowler, CRS
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I've talked to you a number of times about these types of properties when I have had questions - you are a terrific resource, my friend!

Jul 12, 2016 01:27 AM
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Perhaps you should form a new AR Group? Since we are just down the road from you; we would join.

Jul 11, 2016 11:58 PM
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I will bookmark this post.

Jul 12, 2016 09:38 PM
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Debbie Laity
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We deal with quite a few manufactured homes in my area. This is interesting. I've written some posts on this topic. 

Jul 12, 2016 02:23 PM
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John, if one of those questions ever pops up I know your number.

Jul 12, 2016 11:44 AM
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It is a niche i got in and my largest community i sold was 149 manufactured homes. Now with the re-sales i am seeing these changes, now just to find loan officers that know the changes too John DL Arendsen 

Jul 12, 2016 10:19 AM
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Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
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Thank you for the offer John!  Much appreciated!  I don't deal with this type of property, nor do I desire to.  If I do have any questions or know someone who does, I'll send them your way.

Jul 12, 2016 04:41 AM
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Larry Johnston
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Since there are many Factory and Manufactured Homes built here in Elkhart County, Indiana, there are a lot of people buying them here, so most of the lenders and agents are familiar with the information buyers need to be aware of, when thinking about purchasing one.

It's good that you and Janis can also provide information in your area. Buyers need to be informed before they make a costly decision. Have a great week.

Jul 12, 2016 04:23 AM
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Duly noted.  Thank you for being the excellent resources that you are. 

Jul 12, 2016 01:12 AM
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John,

We had a friend who was involved in the luxury end of the manufactured home, and he did very well and sold the company.  I have also heard that banks do not like to loan on them.  Yes, I would be interested in checking out a factory that builds them, just because I am interested!  A

Jul 12, 2016 01:09 AM
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Yes. I have.

There is little demand for these houses and to get into a listing often promise terrible loss in income.  

Jul 12, 2016 01:04 AM
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It could be useful.

Jul 12, 2016 12:46 AM
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Jennifer Mackay
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It's alwasy a benefit to have additional information for all types of propertes. I would join even though I don't do alot of these, but I do refer them out

Jul 12, 2016 12:37 AM
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Wayne Martin
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John, your post this morning offered your services as the source! I'm in!

Jul 12, 2016 12:34 AM
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I know enough about the subject to contact you with any questions or when I need information.   

Jul 12, 2016 12:31 AM
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Barbara Todaro
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I love reading about prefab homes.... I prefer them over stick built.... 

Jul 12, 2016 12:12 AM
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Tom Burris
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i get calls for financing on these from time to time.

i just direct them to a manufacturer to see if they can get a list of lenders

 

Jul 11, 2016 11:32 PM
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It is always great to have a local source to go to when there are real estate questions.

Jul 11, 2016 11:18 PM
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parked and reading...

Jul 12, 2016 10:21 PM
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Roy Kelley
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Not needed. Use your blogs.

Jul 12, 2016 10:20 PM
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John DL Arendsen
CREST "BACKYARD' HOMES, ON THE LEVEL General & Manufactured Home Contractor, TAG Real Estate Sales & Investments - Leucadia, CA
Crest Backyard Homes "ADU" dealer & RE Developer

How well I know Marc Swartz, CPA, CA, Real Estate Broker I used to be one of his dealers. Obviously he sees the merit in the industry.

Jul 12, 2016 09:05 AM
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I don't follow that market.  However, Warren Buffet has investments in that buisness.

Jul 12, 2016 02:33 AM