A federal provision could save builders thousands per manufactured home. Modular construction isn't so lucky, as it still faces local codes and financing challenges.

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Buying a modular or manufactured home could make homeownership more affordable. Some people use the two terms interchangeably, but they're not one and the same. Here's how a modular home compares to a ...

Prefabricated wooden houses date back to the 19th century, when so-called "kit houses" became popular in North America. Sold by companies like Sears, they offered affordable and convenient housing ...