Dreams….We all have the dream of a safe and secure home. A home of which we are proud and that is affordable. At WAUSAU Homes, we assist you in fulfilling your dream….your own home. It's called Manufactured Housing. A quick look at modern Manufactured Housing and you know it's not about old-fashioned metal boxes they used to call "trailers."
A home is probably the single most important purchase you will make in your lifetime. In recent years, nearly one-third of all new single-family homes bought have been manufactured homes.
Today, Manufactured Homes are safe, finely crafted, sturdy structures. They can have all the amenities; sky lights, bay windows, wood burning fireplaces, custom cabinets, refrigerator and range, microwave ovens, trash compactors, garbage disposals, washer/dryer and more. The choices in architectural designs, floor plans, interior decors and exterior finishes are virtually limitless in today's manufactured homes.They are beautifully designed both inside and out in many styles and sizes. WAUSAU has a home available that will fulfill your dream! And....Best of all, they're affordable!
The term "manufactured home" was adopted in 1980 by the the United States Congress to describe a type of house that is constructed in a factory. In the past, manufactured homes were called "mobile homes," a term that is still used frequently. However, "mobile" is no longer an accurate name because fewer than five percent of such homes are ever moved off the owner's original site.
At WAUSAU, we are committed to assisting you achieve your dream. We have a dedicated staff of professionals that can help you select a home that is "just right" for your needs and the home of your dreams. We will help you select the options and amenities that make your home unique and even help you find a site if you do not have one already selected.
Come see us today or contact us for more information. All inquires are confidential and at One Stop, we never sell our customer list. We feel you are entitled to your privacy and security that our homes provide.
Purchasing a manufactured home has many benefits:
Highly Affordable Quality Controlled Construction
Many Amenities Available
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Who Lives in Manufactured Homes? The much publicized "Aging of America" is reflected in our research about owners of manufactured homes. The average age of the household head is increasing slowly but steadily, to 52.8 years in 1996, up from 50.8 years in 1990. The number of retirees choosing manufactured home living continues to rise. In 1990, 27 percent of all owners of manufactured homes listed their employment status as retired. In 1996, some 29 percent claim retiree status. As the "baby boom" generation ages, this percentage may increase. Manufactured housing provides an affordable housing option for people who are divorced, widowed or separated. In 1990, 29 percent of the people we surveyed fell into this category. The category grew to 30 percent in 1993 and to 32 percent in the 1996 study. Females living alone represent an increasing percentage. In 1996, that group comprises 20 percent, which compares with 17 percent in 1990. Still, manufactured housing is attractive to people at all life stages. Singles without children make up 28 percent of all residents of manufactured homes; couples without children, 34 percent; parents with children at home, 36 percent. Roommates sharing a manufactured home represent two percent of the market. Other statistics include: Median household income in 1998 is $25,250, up slightly from 1996. The total net worth of households participating in the study continues to rise. The median net worth reported in 1996 is $58,000. That compares with a median net worth of $52,000 reported in 1990. Household size remains steady with two-person households representing 38 percent of those surveyed. Eighty-three percent of all household heads surveyed have completed high school. Of those surveyed, 46 percent have attended college. Satisfaction with living in a manufactured home remains high, with 88 percent listing themselves as somewhat or very satisfied. Residents of manufactured housing remain a stable group. Twenty-two percent say they've lived in or owned a manufactured home for 20 years or more. Another 38 percent have lived in or owned a manufactured home between 10 and 19 years. Twenty-nine percent of the people we surveyed owned another manufactured home before purchasing their current home. Twelve percent owned their previous home less than five years, and 17 percent owned their previous home five years or more. If stability is a measure of satisfaction, then owners of manufactured homes are a satisfied group. Of those people we surveyed, 55 percent said they plan to always own their current home. |
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