Value or Price in Housing?

Jun 26, 2023

Ben Franklin said “The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten”.  

A quality home costs more up front, but breakdowns, repairs and replacements will cost much more over the life of the home, financially and emotionally.

Usually, the difference in price means just a few dollars a month in the payment.  As time passes, the payment becomes a smaller portion of your income, while the frustrations and expenses of poor quality grows . A home is the most expensive investment most people make.  “You can have high quality OR cheap price, but you can’t have both.”  Choose wisely.

With over 60 years of experience in the manufactured home industry, we can help guide your choices as you make this most important investment decision.

Lora Whitemarsh, DeTray’s Housing Consultant

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