The holiday season is officially here! For many, that means it’s time to bring out their favorite Christmas decorations to make their home merry and bright.   Decorating a manufactured or mobile home for Christmas isn’t much different than for a traditional site-built home, though in some cases, homeowners will have limited floor space or other considerations to factor in.   But that’s okay because we have compiled 8 tips specifically for manufactured homeowners to help you deck the halls from wall to wall.     Place Your Christmas Tree in a Prime Location for All to See ..read more

Alison Hoover, LawnStarter   Summers are hot in Florida and often result in higher energy costs from the constant use of air conditioning.   Instead of turning the thermostat up to save money, choose to make your manufactured home more energy efficient to keep the indoors cool and your power bills low.   1. Upgrade Light Bulbs and Fixtures     Reducing the energy use of light fixtures is the most cost-efficient way to improve the energy use in your manufactured home. While swapping out light bulbs may seem insignificant, it can have a big impact over time. Lighting ma ..read more

YouTube is a great source of information on nearly any topic you can think of. Learn DIY home maintenance, get decor inspiration, and yes, you can even shop for a home!   While using the site’s search bar is helpful, it’s even better to find a YouTuber you like that provides good information in a clear and concise way and subscribe to their channel. Make sure you turn notifications on so that you never miss a thing!   If you’re new to manufactured homes or the Florida market, you’ll want to make sure you subscribe to these 3 YouTube channels.   1 – Florida Manufactured Home Livi ..read more

  Many prospective manufactured home buyers take one look at a community’s lot rent and think it would be better to purchase land for their home instead.   However, this process is anything but cheap—or simple!     Four Star Homes Vero Beach sales agent Roy Manno, along with wife Lily, at the annual company holiday party. Four Star Homes Vero Beach sales agent Roy Manno took a deep dive into this exact subject on his YouTube channel and provided the research for this article.   “If you’re looking to purchase land to put a manufactured home on…that kind of project ..read more

As Central Florida’s largest and most experienced mobile and manufactured home broker, we have hundreds of listings to choose from.   Whether you are looking for a home in a 55+ and up senior community or need one in an adult or family park, we have something for everyone.   With the housing market what it is today, we understand that many are home shopping on a budget. That’s why we offer several ways to find the perfect home for you!   10 Lowest Priced Listings   At Four Star Homes, we list manufactured and mobile homes in a wide variety of price ranges.   On one en ..read more

For senior homeowners looking to make the move to Central Florida, look no further. In this article, we’ll focus on why a manufactured home with a monthly lot rent can be a great choice for retirees.   If you’re a younger homebuyer wanting to move to Florida, it may be a better option to invest in real estate. However, for retirees, a manufactured home with a monthly lot rent in a senior community in Central Florida can be a more viable option. Many people claim that the prices of lot rent are not worth it. Well…let’s find out!   What is a monthly lot rent?   A monthly lot rent ..read more

Whether you’re a first-time home buyer or a retiree looking to downsize, it can be hard to decipher which type of home will fit the best within your budget. If you’re unsure where to start, manufactured homes are a great choice as they’re typically easier to maintain and afford.   If you find that a manufactured home is right for you, you’ll need to plan out what location you’d like to live in, the layout of the home, and what you can afford. Follow along for more tips on how to find a manufactured home that’s within your budget.   Plan Out Your Budget   It can be hard to plan o ..read more

Kristina Marshall   If you’re living in a manufactured or mobile home or are planning to downsize to one, your space is really valuable. How do you create a nice, comfortable interior on a small footprint?   Organizing the space in your mobile home for optimal comfort and utility is your first step, and a bedroom is a good place to start. Most mobile homes have multiple bedrooms, and you can create space in each for storage and comfort. Many of these homes have more than 1000 square feet, which gives you some good space to start with.   Think Vertically   One of the best wa ..read more

(Originally published on MHVillage.com)   The Role of Mobile Home Insulation   Insulation plays an important role in maintaining the livability of your mobile home. The proper insulation will not only ensure that your home remains comfortable throughout the year, but it can also save you significant money on heating bills.   The main difference between mobile and manufactured homes is their time of construction. The mobile home is the name for the homes built before 1976 when the construction became more strictly regulated. A home built after these regulations is referred to as ..read more

(Originally published on MHVillage.com)   Amazing furniture and decor options exist for every size of manufactured home. For owners of compact manufactured homes, it’s particularly important to pick the mobile home furniture that allows you to maximize your space and create a great interior flow for your home.   Here, we’ll discuss some rules of thumb for choosing mobile home furniture that’s both economical and elegant. In addition, you’ll find some recommendations for mobile home furniture pieces that will look great in a wide variety of mobile home floor plans.   Know your ho ..read more