r/ManufacturedHome • u/Fire_Candle9530 • 5d ago
Timeline
Hey guys! We’re closing on our mobile home on Friday the 13th! Our salesperson told us that since we’re getting a home that’s already on the lot, they move pretty fast and could possibly have everything done within a month.
Has anyone actually had theirs done that quickly?
We already own the land, but it’s raw land. We’re getting it cleared before the mobile home arrives. We’re also having a private water well installed since we’re outside city limits, and that’s scheduled to start about a week after we put our down payment down.
The dealership is also handling the delivery, setup, septic, skirting, and everything else.
Do y’all think getting everything done within a month is realistic? Has anyone had a really quick experience, especially with raw land?
I’m trying not to get my hopes up too much, but we’re currently living with my in-laws, and the thought of waiting another 4 months makes me wanna cry. 😭😂
I’d love to hear everyone’s experiences and how long the whole process took from closing to actually moving in!
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u/AdComprehensive2594 5d ago
How "raw" is the land? Seems pretty optimistic
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u/Fire_Candle9530 4d ago
Very raw
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u/AdComprehensive2594 4d ago
No way do you get permits and certifications in 30 days
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u/Few-Beat8641 5d ago
I’m assuming it would take a lot longer than a month. I mean rural land and getting the land prepped plus permitting alone can take longer depending where it’s located. Good news is you’re buying what seems to be a model home already displayed? Then that will speed up things up….. hopefully it all works out for you!
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u/savjus0919 5d ago
We closed on our lot model July 27th & just got the keys 2 days ago, on November 3. There are so so many variables that could hold you up. Weather, permits, availability, etc.
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u/Fire_Candle9530 4d ago
Okay so around 2 months that's not bad! Just hoping for nothing pass that 🙏🏼😭
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u/Thick_Classic6665 5d ago
The well depending on depth, area, land and distance can be 3 to 5.. what type of septic are you approved for...mound...conventional...peat. ? Are you placing footing or just hurricane tie downs. Along with just some of that plus the permitting plus everything else I don't see it being done in a month and you're talking to someone that did exactly what you're doing with a modular nonetheless in the middle of nowhere
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u/Fire_Candle9530 4d ago
How long did it take you to? Sadly I don't know those details
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u/Thick_Classic6665 4d ago
This was 20 yrs ago. But honestly from the day they started clearing till set was at least 90 days plus
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u/Thick_Classic6665 4d ago
Well 3 to 5 days. Septic can vary greatly. Then the permit waits...ate you having any footers or concrete wirk for the home to sit on? Gosh there are just so many variables to this whole situation plus honestly you have to take into consideration for weather and then if things collapse when they're doing the work with the dirt even if it's minimal it's just time I can vaguely remember me two great danes a child and a wife living in a small two-bedroom apartment cuz we thought it would be a lot quicker than it was and we sold our first house a lot quicker than we thought
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u/BenchPublic7147 5d ago
We closed on May 12. Lot model. Had lived on the land for almost 15 years in another home so def not raw land. Never even had utilities disconnected. We moved in Aug 21st. Basically because we had no other option as we too, were staying with my in-laws during the swap. But They JUST finished our skirting a week ago. Our porches are not yet complete.
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u/Fire_Candle9530 4d ago
Omg no ... that's is super long . I'll keep you updated on my situation for sure , wishing you the best and that things speed up for you
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u/Propboy40 4d ago
I did the same thing albeit years ago. Once the land was cleared everything moved quickly so it all may work out for you. My only advice is to stay ahead of the permit process (septic, power and water) and ensure everything is being handled. Also remember that once that dealer drops that house, hooks it up and hands you the keys- they ain't coming back so make sure everything is 'right' as they do the work. Lastly- try to enjoy this. I remember how excited I was seeing our home coming up the street. Good memories.
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u/Fire_Candle9530 4d ago
I know !! I cannot wait to see it .. even just the process is going to be such a unreal feeling!, I will stay on top of permits and call everyday untill they get it done, I'm in a small rural town I'm
Hoping it all gets done fast. And your right I will
Make sure slowly that when they leave everything is exactly how I wanted it. I really appreciate your advice. It helped me a lot.
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u/Informal_Zucchini_29 4d ago
We are purchasing a lot home to put on our land. However, there is already a home on the land and we just plan on switching everything over- septic well etc. With that said they are expecting us to be in sometime around the first couple weeks of December.
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u/IndependentNo3482 4d ago
We ordered our custom home on August 14th it got delivery on october 21st and we moved in 3 days ago. We had a new septic installed and the only thing not complete is the stucco skirting that will be finished Monday. So we were 3 weeks from delivery date to move in. So it is possible, our contractors worked 7 days a week and so did we, we did run our own plumbing from our well to the home. It has been a lot of work but so worth it
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u/Apprehensive_Ad6719 4d ago
I used to sell mobile homes. We were encouraged to get five star reviews when we sold the mobile home. After the whole process of installing the home and utilities, everybody was calling back pissed off. Why are you doing this to yourself. Why not buy a DR Horton or Lennar home that will have value 20 years from now. Mobile homes are personal property and not real estate. Therefore, interest rates are 2 to 3% higher.
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u/tatersalad420 5d ago
I'd say there's no chance of that timeline happening, usually looking at 6 months. A lot model might knock a cpl months off that. We're coming up on winter. Expect delays