What are the financing options available for purchasing a modular home?
How do I finance a modular house or an ADU?
Financing Options for Modular Homes (Fast, Clear, Built to Convert)
Construction‑to‑Permanent Loan — One loan covers the build and automatically becomes your mortgage when the home is finished. Ideal for new modular construction.
Source: https://www.prefabmarket.com
Standard Mortgage — If your modular home is placed on a permanent foundation and classified as real property, you can often use a conventional, FHA, or VA mortgage just like a site‑built home.
Source: https://www.rocketmortgage.com
Chattel / Personal‑Property Loan — If the home isn’t permanently attached to land, financing usually works like a personal‑property loan with different rates and terms.
Source: https://www.quickenloans.com
FHA Title I Loan — Government‑insured financing for eligible manufactured or modular homes through approved lenders.
Source: https://www.hud.gov
USDA Rural Programs — In qualifying rural areas, USDA loans can finance modular homes and may offer single‑close construction options.
Source: https://www.rd.usda.gov
Your Practical Next Steps (Quick Wins)
Confirm Real Property Status — Check whether your home will be titled as real property (foundation + land) or personal property. This determines whether you qualify for standard mortgages or chattel loans.
Source: https://www.modularhomesource.com
Contact Modular‑Focused Lenders — Reach out early to lenders who specialize in modular/manufactured financing. They can walk you through construction‑to‑perm loans and land‑plus‑home packages.
Example lenders: https://www.vmf.com, https://www.rocketmortgage.com
Check Government Programs — FHA, VA, and USDA loans each have specific requirements and benefits.
Source: https://www.hud.gov
Here are a couple of lenders that you can talk to:
Rajesh Bhavnani
VP of Originations
NMLS # 2513002
Direct: (424) 484-9978
Office: (877) 885-0111
2824 So. Robertson Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
Specializing in vacant land “Lot Loans” and Modular “Construction Loans”
Mortgage Loan Originator
NMLS # 256946
Mobile: (619) 954-7816
Office: (858) 429-4654
3838 Camino Del Rio North, Suite 305, San Diego, CA 92108
Ricardo Ramos
Non producing Branch Manager
Supreme Lending
2936 Hilltop Mall Rd Richmond Ca
(510) 501-5185
(800) 600-6326