Selling a Mobile Home As-Is: What to Expect

Your home may need repairs. You may need to sell fast. Selling as-is can solve both problems, and you have more than one way to do it.

What "As-Is" Really Means

Selling a home ‘as-is” means the buyer accepts the property in its current condition. As the seller, you aren’t responsible for pre-sale repairs or upgrades.

As-is does not mean you can hide problems. In fact, you must complete a “Seller’s Property Disclosure” detailing any known issues with the home. Failing to disclose known defects can lead to legal liability.

An "as-is" sale is often ideal for older homes. Specialized mobile home lenders frequently limit financing on homes built before the mid-1970s, which can significantly shrink your pool of buyers. Selling directly to a cash buyer eliminates the need for lender approval.

Condition matters too. Buyers know an as-is home may need work. They price that in. You will not get top dollar for a home with major issues, but you also will not spend your own time and money to fix it.

Two Ways to Sell: We Buy or We List

Founding Fathers Affordable Housing offers both routes. Each one fits a different situation.

We Buy: A Direct Cash Offer

We buy your home directly, as-is.

• We pay cash for your mobile home

• No repairs or upgrades needed

• We close on your schedule

This route fits owners who want speed and certainty. It also fits homes that need work.

We List: Professional Listing

We list your home and bring you a qualified buyer.

• We cover all advertising costs for your property.

• We negotiate offers and prepare contracts

• We bring you a qualified buyer

This route fits owners who have time and a home in good condition. There are no upfront fees and we only get paid when we sell your home.

Here is the honest trade-off. A cash offer gives up some price in exchange for speed and certainty. A listing can bring more money, but it takes more time and more steps.

Your Next Step

Evaluate your options based on how quickly you need to sell and your desired payout, then select the approach that works best for you.

Benjamin O'Connor started Founding Fathers Affordable Housing in Colorado Springs in 2006. Our team has over 20 years of hands-on experience with manufactured homes and the communities they sit in. Visit our Sell A Mobile Home page to learn how it works, or contact us to talk through your options.