Here's an index of past home buying and selling feature articles that focus on different types of home construction and styles.
Before You Buy a Log Home Package
When it comes to log homes, the only way to get an accurate price comparison is to look at log home packages side-by-side.
Buying Land to Build a New Home
When you can't find the right house and land combination, it might be time to build.
Condos - Townhouses - Cooperatives
Condos, townhouses, and cooperatives. How do they differ? Here are a few explanations to help you sort out the differences and similarities in ownership of these properties.
Identify Styles & Components of Homes
Take this short quiz to find out if you know the answers to a questions about construction terms and architectural styles.
Modular Homes - FAQs
More information about modular homes. If you plan to build a home, be sure to explore the option of going modular.
Site Built, Modular & Manufactured Homes
Here are some facts and comparisons to help you understand the differences between these three common categories of homes.
Topsider Homes
Topsider homes have been built in all types of climates. They have weathered some of the world's strongest hurricanes, and they meet the guidelines for California's earthquake codes. Although Topsiders are often used as vacation retreats, the company is building more and more full-time residences.
Who Wants to Be a Modular Homes Expert?
You've heard the term modular home, but do you know what it really means? And do you know how modulars differ from manufactured homes? Take this short quiz to find out how mod-savvy you are.
How to Recognize a Manufactured Home
Not sure if it's a manufactured home? Here are some tips to help you determine if a home is in the manufactured category.
Manufactured Homes - FAQ
What is a manufactured home? How are they financed? Can they be moved? Answers to some of your questions about manufactured homes.
How HUD Monitors Manufactured Housing
HUD is the government agency responsible for overseeing the manufactured housing industry. Find out how HUD's program helps protect consumers.
Reviews & Top Picks
"Creating the Not So Big House" - Book Review
Sarah Susanka explains how we can build a usable, comfortable, spacious home by downsizing. That statement may sound contradictory, but the strategies she recommends will help you do just that.
"The Passive Solar House"
James Kachadorian draws upon his experience as a successful builder of passive solar homes to teach us dos and don'ts associated with this specialized type of construction.
"The Straw Bale House"
"The Straw Bale House" is one of those rare reference books that cross over to provide us with a healthy dose of inspiration.
"Buying a Manufactured Home"
A not-to-be-missed book for anyone considering a manufactured (often called "mobile") home. This text by Kevin Burnside provides an insider's view of the manufactured housing industry.
"Manufactured Houses"
Author A. M. Watkins sorts out the different types of houses that begin life in a factory. Learn to make informed decisions about the type of home that's right for you.
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