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| Manufactured housing: an affordable solution to homeownership |
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According to a new report by the Joint Center for Housing Studies, home prices are increasing in nearly all markets throughout the country, and a 20 percent down payment is out of reach for many first-time home buyers. A manufactured home can be an affordable option for millions of low- and moderate income American families. According to recent research, the average charge per square foot for a new, manufactured home is $48, less than half the $101 per square foot for the structure of a site-built home. June is National Homeownership Month, and in this issue we share stories of how the NeighborWorks network is creating opportunities for families to live in affordable homes, improve their lives and strengthen their communities. |
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| Next Step does manufactured housing ‘right’ |
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| California veteran’s manufactured home gets much-needed facelift |
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When a Korean War veteran living on a fixed income was unable to keep his home from falling into disrepair, he wasn’t sure where to turn for help. Fortunately, network member Neighborhood Partnership Housing Services was able to provide assistance through its Healthy Homes Build Day program. More than a dozen volunteers rolled up their sleeves and spent a day replacing rotting wood, painting and installing hand rails. |
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| Connecticut woman finds her way home |
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After abruptly leaving her home as a child more than 40 years ago, Robyn Handy is back. Thanks to assistance from network member Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven, Handy is putting out the welcome mat at the same house where she grew up.
Photo courtesy of New Haven Independent |
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