Looking for an affordable home? Think smaller—but know the difference between modular and manufactured before you buy.

Cassidy Horton is a finance writer covering banking, life insurance and business loans. She has worked with top finance brands including NerdWallet, MarketWatch and Consumer Affairs. Cassidy first ...

An obscure federal rule requires manufactured homes to be built on a chassis, making them more costly. A bill in Congress would remove the mandate, enacted five decades ago. By Matthew Goldstein ...

As housing affordability becomes a top priority for many Americans, mobile and manufactured homes are gaining popularity—particularly in states where lower upfront costs and faster build times are ...