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by alyxjame
Tue Dec 31, 2024 6:59 am
Forum: First Time Home Buyers Forum
Topic: RENTING mobile home in Clearwater, Florida area
Replies: 10
Views: 260256

Re: RENTING mobile home in Clearwater, Florida area

Welcome to the forum! It's great to hear you're making the move to Clearwater/Largo, which certainly has its share of mobile home parks. As you’ve discovered, finding a mobile home to rent in your price range can be challenging, especially with the demand being high in tourist-heavy areas like Clear...
by alyxjame
Tue Dec 31, 2024 6:56 am
Forum: First Time Home Buyers Forum
Topic: termites in Florida
Replies: 5
Views: 11828

Re: termites in Florida

It’s true that southern Florida has a significant termite issue, especially with subterranean termites, which can cause serious damage to wooden structures. However, many manufactured homes (MH) are still placed in Florida, including in retirement parks, because there are effective ways to protect t...
by alyxjame
Fri Dec 20, 2024 4:32 am
Forum: Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert
Topic: Ant Problem, Please Help
Replies: 4
Views: 12102

Re: Ant Problem, Please Help

It sounds like you're dealing with a persistent and frustrating issue. Given that the pest control has helped but the problem persists, there might be a deeper issue with the ants nesting in the exterior walls. Since your home has a metal exterior, the ants might be finding ways to enter through gap...
by alyxjame
Mon Dec 16, 2024 1:30 pm
Forum: First Time Home Buyers Forum
Topic: Having to Buy Old to Buy New
Replies: 5
Views: 6088

Re: Having to Buy Old to Buy New

It sounds like you're in a tough spot, and I understand your frustration. Unfortunately, the situation you're describing is common in some areas with limited manufactured home space, especially in high-demand places like the Bay Area. The requirement to buy and remove an old home before installing a...