by Cheryl Johnston | Aug 21, 2026 | Home Ownership, Housing Values, Industry Trends, Manufactured Homes
Manufactured Housing and the Future of Affordable home ownership For many Americans, finding an affordable path to home ownership has become increasingly challenging. Rising construction costs, limited housing inventory, and financing hurdles have made it difficult...
by Cheryl Johnston | Aug 5, 2026 | Manufactured Homes
For decades, manufactured homes have carried a number of misconceptions that simply don’t reflect the reality of today’s homes. At DeTray’s Custom Housing, we work with families throughout Western Washington every day, and we often hear the same...
by Cheryl Johnston | Jun 12, 2026 | Housing Tips, Manufactured Homes
Choosing the right floor plan is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when selecting a new home. The layout of your living space can significantly impact your daily comfort, convenience, and overall happiness. Since every household has unique needs...
by Cheryl Johnston | Apr 9, 2026 | Affordable Housing, Manufactured Homes
Manufactured homes are quickly gaining momentum in today’s housing market—and for good reason. Over the past decade, the cost of traditional site-built homes has surged, making homeownership increasingly out of reach for many buyers. As affordability challenges grow,...
by Cheryl Johnston | Mar 30, 2026 | Manufactured Homes, Personnel, Shows
I’ve been at DeTray’s Custom Housing for just over a month, and what a month it’s been! I arrived at what I consider the perfect time—right before the Seattle Home & Garden Show. From day one, it’s been a whirlwind of learning, but thanks to my incredible...
by Cheryl Johnston | Mar 23, 2026 | Manufactured Homes, Manufacturers, Model Homes
DeTray’s Custom Housing is proud to partner with Skyline Homes, a company that continues to set the standard for excellence in manufactured housing. Strong business relationships are at the heart of delivering high-quality homes and outstanding service, and Skyline...
