Yes, you can buy your land and home together!

Some of our most common questions involve securing the land your home will be on. Let's see if we can answer these questions clearly.

Purchasing a home can be one of the most rewarding decisions you make! Buying a new manufactured home offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional housing while providing modern designs and high energy efficiency with the bonus of having a Clayton Homes of Marion team member by your side every step of the way.

To get started, get a pre-approval to know your buying power. We can help with that. Clayton Homes of Marion works with trusted lenders who streamline the process to help you combine the cost of your home, land, and necessary land improvements into a single, manageable mortgage. Its also possible that your regular bank offers this type of mortgage.

Next you’ll need to find land for your home. While Clayton Homes of Marion doesn’t locate or provide the land, there are many resources to help you find the perfect spot. Partner with a local realtor, explore online listings, or even talk to friends and family about available lots. Keep in mind factors like zoning, proximity to utilities, and accessibility when choosing your land. For example, zoning regulations determine the specifics of your manufactured home, and having nearby utility access can save you time and money on land improvements.

Once you’ve selected your land, Clayton Homes of Marion steps in to create a single cost package and submits it to the lender. This includes the cost of your land, the home and essential land improvements like driveways, foundations, septic systems, or utility connections, among other things. Rolling these costs into one mortgage means you won’t have to navigate different processes or juggle multiple loans, simplifying the path to homeownership.

With our teams of trusted and experienced contractors, Clayton Homes of Marion will provide you with a turn-key construction process. From permits, to site prep, all the way to Welcome Home, we've got this!

We're here to make this process as stress-free as possible. Contact us today to get started to learn your buying power.