The Ultimate Guide to Selling Manufactured Homes
What you need to know before you sell.
When it comes to selling manufactured homes, such as singlewide or doublewide homes, the process differs from typical single family home transactions. Furthermore, this means that there’s some extra boxes to check to ensure the transaction goes smoothly. When you’re ready to close on your deal, choose Universal Settlement Services to make sure all those boxes are checked. Our team will guide you through the process, providing you with the necessary information and ensuring all the required forms and tax information are properly handled. Keep reading to discover what else you can expect to provide during your manufactured home sale.
Information Needed
It’s important to remember that lender requirements may vary depending on exactly what you are trying to sell, but it’s safe to assume you will need some or all of the following information:
Leased or Owned Land: You will need to provide the name(s) of the owners of the land the home is located on. Because of different steps involved, it’s important that all parties are aware of this as soon as possible. You will need to indicate whether the land is owned or leased.
Vehicle Identification Number: Most title companies require a VIN or manufacturer’s serial number, even if the home has been retired. If you are unable to locate the VIN, give our team a call.
HUD Certification Label: The Certification Label (also known as a HUD tag) is a metal plate that is affixed to the outside of the manufactured home. If this is missing from a home, the Department of Transportation does not reissue labels for manufactured homes. However, they can issue a Letter of Label Verification for units for which it can locate the necessary historical information. The label numbers can be found on the data plate.
Data Plate Information: Information from the data plate will be required including the trade/model manufacture date and the manufacturer’s name. The name and number of the model are located on the data plate inside the home. Typically, the HUD data plate has been a requirement for all mobile homes since July 1976 and is located on the inside of a kitchen cabinet dorm behind the door over the electrical panel, or inside a closet on the wall.
Original Title: An original copy of the title will be required if the title of the property has not been retired. If an original is unavailable, please complete the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation MV-380 form to obtain a duplicate certificate ASAP to avoid any closing delays. If you are unsure whether or not the title is retired, you can visit a local county tag service as they will be able to look up the property and provide the status of the title.
Tax Certificate: You will need to provide the county-specific tax certificate by either mail or email for closing purposes.
Additionally, you will need to keep in mind that closing on a manufactured home will be a two-part process. The closing will take place at a settlement company, like ours, followed by the transfer of title which will be completed by a tag services company.
When you choose our team at Universal Settlement Services for your closing needs, you can trust that we will guide you through the necessary forms and provide clear explanations on why they are required. Selecting the right closing company is crucial, and we’re here to help make your experience seamless and stress-free.
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If you have questions or uncertainties, don't worry—our team is here to assist you every step of the way. With our expert guidance and extensive experience, we will help you navigate the process with ease. We look forward to assisting you in your journey!