Find Your Zen

There’s more benefits than you may think to investing in a mobile home. Regardless of your stage of life, your monetary situation or your style of living, a mobile home or single or double-wide may actually be the option you didn’t even know you needed. Here’s some of the facts and figures that might make a mobile home appeal to you, regardless of whether they were on your radar previously or not.

Let’s start with the basics: the cost. According to this article by MH Village, the average price of a site-built home was $408,000 in 2021 compared to the $60,733 correlated to a pre-owned manufactured home, which would be close to the all-in cost of a single-wide. The monetary benefits don’t stop with the sole cost of the home either. Given their spacious interiors and design flexibility, you’ll save when the time comes to ensure your space is just right for you. Your total square footage within a mobile home may also very well be much greater than that of an apartment or condo, even though you’re spending much less per square foot. Let’s keep adding up the benefits.

Continuing on the trend of saving, many Americans anticipate the day they’ll be able to invest in a second or even a third home, regardless of location. Whether it’s across the country or simply a short drive away for a change of scenery, mobile homes often make perfect sense for those individuals seeking an escape. With the cost-effectiveness of mobile homes, retirees or simply those seeking another home will be able to pocket the costs they may otherwise have put towards a site-built home instead. Additionally, regardless of your stage of life, mobile homes offer unique communities and ways for you to become part of a group almost immediately. From parks to pools to family-friendly activities or community centers, you can find an option that aligns with your age, activity level and ambitions.

Finally, the customization of mobile homes is a perk that’s also often overlooked. For starters, reducing clutter is a huge benefit on its own. Because you’ll most likely be transitioning from another space to a mobile home, you’ll have the opportunity to create the space you’ve been seeking. Whether that’s a completely new style, simply upgrading a few decor pieces or upgrading your existing look, you’ll be able to select what best matches your vision.
Wondering what other benefits mobile homes have or ideas for remodeling or upgrading your space? Check out our other blog posts for more insight or contact us today to inquire about how we can help you find the perfect space at Belleglade Community.

Front Door Secrets

While most aspects of a mobile home are customizable, there’s one feature that’s the first that people see, the one that creates the most “pop” from a curb appeal perspective and the main safety element for your space. If you haven’t guessed by these hints, we’re referring to the door!
Now, let’s discuss how you can take a piece of wood or locks and make them your own! The first customization option that most likely comes to mind is paint, and that’s certainly a big one! For starters, we suggest checking with your community to ensure there aren’t any rules or regulations preventing you from personalizing your door.

Once that’s squared away, then you’re all set to curate the look and feel you’ve been dreaming of. Not only can a pop of color add value, but it can also be inviting to guests and family. According to MH Village in this article, they found that the best color for a front door to add value is black, but brighter colors are also welcoming and even seasonal if you’re interested in swapping hues on a more frequent basis

If outdoor space is your happy place, then why not invest in a cozy patio or outdoor space off your home? From sliders to French doors, wow your guests with an easy-to-access patio right off your kitchen or living room for additional entertainment space. And, making those entryways unique and clean will also be another external feature that can wow from the outside, too.
While you’re enjoying your home and its features from the inside, it’s also important to focus on the topic of safety, and that starts with a secure door and entryway. Locks are crucial to ensuring your safety, and we suggest changing them right away if you’re new to your mobile home. Strengthening your screws on your doorframe or trim plate is also another easy yet cost-effective way to ensure your home remains safe. The length of these screws is typically the focus of the strength factor, as the standard options are typically under an inch. Smart doorbells are also a techy feature that’s becoming more prominent. Leverage technology to keep an eye on your front door and yard and to be alerted of everything from movement to packages.

Finally, as we head into the peak of summer, it’s also important to ensure your door is stormproof and weather safe. Storm doors protect your home from the elements, such as moisture, wind, bugs and more. Wind chains are also crucial to ensure your home and door can withstand a strong gust in the midst of a storm. It’s also important to check that your door doesn’t allow for any gaps that may let in unwanted elements such as rain or moisture.
Whether you’ve been a homeowner for years or you’re on the hunt for your first, we hope you’ll be able to personalize your sanctuary to your liking as well as add a simple yet effective touch in the form of an exterior door.

Come check out Belleglade Community for some ideas of what our current residents have done with their exterior spaces or contact us to simply learn more about how you could join us soon!

Why Invest

The real estate market is nothing short of confusing these days. Should I sell today, or should I wait? Is it a buyer’s or seller’s market? What about interest rates?

We know you have questions, so that’s why we’re here! Many prospective buyers are choosing to rent these days, but is that actually the right approach in today’s market?

If we told you that the media rent for a 2-bedroom apartment increased by 14.1% in January 2022 compared to the previous year, would you still consider renting the best option? If you’re stumped, that’s where we come in! Welcome to Belleglade, the perfect option for anyone seeking to become a first-time home buyer, someone looking to downsize, or even those individuals simply looking to switch up their current space. Manufactured homes are perfect in today’s volatile option for a multitude of reasons.

Unlike apartments, you’ll actually have more space and freedom than you’re used to, and you’ll actually start to accumulate equity. The security factor is also a large plus as well. Without tens of dozens of neighbors, you’ll feel more secure and serene in your own space without having to share walls with so many others. As previously mentioned, the spaciousness of manufactured homes is a huge upside when compared to apartment living as well. Finally, have you thought about the freedom to enhance your space to your liking? You’re free to upgrade your appliances, switch up paint to your liking, change up fixtures and so much more in a manufactured home. In apartments, you can decorate with your furniture, but you’re left to follow quite strict rules and lease guidelines to avoid any issues or fees in the end.
Now, back to the financial perks. Manufactured homes provide a variety of options for financing your purchase. Apartments and rental properties on the other hand are typically much more strict in their approach, oftentimes only allowing for a direct deposit from your bank account. With manufactured homes and properties, your dollar also goes a lot further. Think about your apartment balcony vs. an entire yard. Consider your apartment gym vs. an entire community filled with parks and adjacent to walking trails, just to name a few comparables.

While our list just started for the perks and benefits of buying a manufactured home vs. investing in a rental option, that’s where we invite you to get in touch with us to begin making those dreams a reality. Check out our website for the complete list of benefits and options we offer and contact us today to learn more about you could make Belleglade your future home!