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Manufactured Housing Enables the American Dream
Manufactured housing is a solution to today’s affordable housing challenge. With increased production efficiency resulting in lower costs, offsite-built housing creates accessible home options for Americans.
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MHI Congress & Expo Video Recap: A Front-Row Look at the Industry’s Premier Gathering
Watch the 2026 MHI Congress & Expo video recap to see 140+ exhibitors, education, networking and innovations shaping manufactured housing.
Manufacturer Production and Market Share Released for Fourth Quarter
In the fourth quarter of 2025, U.S. manufactured home production totaled 23,313 units, with year-to-date output reaching 102,962 homes. Clayton topped the list with 45.52% share and 10,612 homes produced in the fourth quarter.
HUD and USDA Roll Back Costly Energy Code Requirement for FHA and USDA Loans
This week, the U.S. Departments of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Agriculture (USDA) officially rescinded a 2024 rule that required new homes built to the International Residential Code (including modular homes) to meet the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) in order to qualify for FHA or USDA‑backed mortgage loans. Even if they fully complied with state and local building codes, new homes would be disqualified from FHA or USDA financing if they did not meet the stricter 2021 energy code.
DOL Proposes Clearer Joint Employer Standard
For years, MHI has fought efforts to expand “joint employer” liability policies that could hold businesses legally responsible for workers they do not hire, supervise, or pay, simply because of routine business relationships.
Rent and Utility History to be Considered in Mortgage Applications
On April 22, Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Bill Pulte and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner announced that FHA, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac would move forward with accepting the VantageScore 4.0 and FICO 10T credit score models for their respective mortgage loan programs. The move is intended to facilitate the approval of more qualified mortgage borrowers by capturing data not always reflected in traditional FICO scores, such as rent and utility payments.
PHC® Live in Washington State
Join fellow manufactured housing sales professionals in Washington State for a special live Professional Housing Consultant® course on Monday, April 27 in Suquamish, WA.
Modern Buyers Expect More — Here’s How the PHC® Helps You Deliver
Today’s manufactured home buyers are different from those of the past. They’re informed, diverse, and expect more than ever before. Success now depends on mastering three key elements: education, transparency, and professionalism at every step of the buying experience.
Unlock the Benefits of Membership at the MHI Booth
Learn more about your member benefits at Congress & Expo in the MHI Booth #317.
Sept 27-30, 2026 • Tucson, AZ
The MHI Annual Meeting is the largest members-only meeting of the year. This event gives members the opportunity to exchange information with each other, get updates on trends, and attend board, division, and council meetings. The State Association Executive of the Year, Frank Walters Standards Award and Jim Moore Excellence in Communications Awards are recognized. The event culminates in the Annual Dinner and the presentation of the prestigious MHI Chair’s Award.
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March 2026 Economic Report
Manufactured housing production and shipments saw decrease in March 2026, with production…
Q4 2025 Top 10 Production and Market Share by Corporation
This table identifies the top 10 companies by production and market share…
2026 Manufactured Housing Plant List
List of 147 manufactured housing plants by state and manufacturer; top states:…
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Issues and Advocacy
MHI is the federal policy voice for all segments of the offsite built housing industry, serving as the industry’s leading advocate on federal and legislative matters. MHI ensures the manufactured housing industry speaks as a unified voice in Washington.