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  • February 11, 2026

    FHFA, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Take Meaningful Steps to Grow the Factory-Built Housing Market

    Recent updates to the selling guides for Fannie Mae’s MH Advantage® and Freddie Mac’s CHOICEHome® programs are being celebrated.
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  • February 11, 2026

    Down Payment Assistance Holds Near Record Highs — What It Means for Factory-Built Housing

    New data from Down Payment Resource shows that at the end of 2025, there were 2,619 active down payment assistance (DPA) programs nationwide.
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  • February 11, 2026

    2026 Factory-Built Housing Trends & Market Outlook: Opportunities, Challenges & What Comes Next

    This market outlook examines the current state of factory-built housing, the trends shaping its trajectory, and what to watch for in 2026.
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  • January 28, 2026

    Virginian Homebuyers Could Save Hundreds of Thousands with Proposed Zoning Reform

    The key to attainable homeownership is allowing manufactured homes where single-family can be built.
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  • January 22, 2026

    What to Expect When Buying a Factory-Built Home in 2026

    With housing affordability remaining a challenge for buyers nationwide, factory-built homes are proving to be a viable path to sustainable homeownership.
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  • December 9, 2025

    Factory-Built Housing Market Trends, Opportunities & Predictions for 2026

    We examine the market landscape, key trends, and major opportunities that will shape the factory-built housing in 2026 and beyond.
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  • November 18, 2025

    5 Ways Today’s Factory-Built Homes Save You Money – & Keep You Warm All Winter

    Modern factory-built homes aren’t just affordable upfront – they’re designed for long-term comfort and lower monthly costs.
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  • November 18, 2025

    How Factory-Built Housing Can Strengthen Disaster Recovery for Communities

    Factory-built housing offers a fast, resilient path forward for those working to support families displaced by natural disasters.
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  • November 17, 2025

    10 Essential Factory-Built Home Maintenance Tips to Maximize Durability, Sustainability & Curb Appeal

    The following tips will help factory-built homeowners extend the life of their home while maintaining sustainability and curb appeal.
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  • September 24, 2025

    Policy Solutions for Expanding Affordable Housing with Factory-Built Homes

    Realizing factory-built housing’s full potential requires forward-thinking policy at the local, state, and federal levels.
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