The Time to Become a Home Owner is Now!

Purchasing a home can be a long complicated and confusing drawn out process. Given the current state of home sales the past few years has not helped in the process, but now is the time to purchase a manufactured home!

Alliance can make the process of purchasing a new home easy for you! We can help you find the home of your dreams with the upgrades and location that suits you best!

According to the article, Is the time right for a prefab home?, it states, “With an average sales price of $65,000, new mobile homes and modular homes can be a cost-effective way to own your own home without a large outlay of cash, the Manufactured Housing Institute says. Ideal candidates may be college-bound students, downsizing adults or anyone seeking lower utility bills.”

If trying to list, sell, or purchase a manufactured home Alliance is your one stop shop! We can be your ally to becoming a home owner. Now is the right time to finalize that decision and become a manufactured home owner! Please check out the rest of the article at Is the time right for a prefab home?

If you have any questions check out our website at www.alliancemh.com or give us a call at (888) 874 8692 or email us at info@alliancemh.com.

New Year, New Home!

For many, a new year means a new you! That new you can be in the form of anything from physical changes up to purchases. 2012 can mark the year of that dream home you have always wanted!  If you have been hesitant about listing your home, or are interested into looking at new or used homes, now is prime time to list with Alliance Manufactured Homes! Let us find you the home of your dreams!  All 20 of our sales agents are more than happy to meet with you, answer questions, and show you different homes that best suite your lifestyle! Check out our website at www.alliancemh.com to learn more about our experienced agents who can find that home you have waited so long to call your own!  We can be your ally for a better future!

Merry Christmas!

Can you believe it? The most widely celebrated holiday is just days away! Christmas has become a traditional holiday where family and friends gather to create unforgettable moments and share home cooked meals. Children anxiously await for a popular figure known to have many names such as Santa Clause, Saint Nicholas, and Kris Kringle to stuff their stockings and place gifts under the Christmas tree. This highly anticipated federal holiday is celebrated by many around the world. Christmas trees, house decorations, wreaths, Christmas music, caroling, gift exchanges, and card exchanges are just some of the many traditions that have become associated with the holiday.

Alliance Homes would like to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas! We hope your holiday is filled with peace, love & laughter!

How to Winterize Your Home!

     

Along with the holiday season comes chilly weather and high electricity bills, now is a great time to prepare your home for this winter.

During these cold Winter months it’s important to have a warm and cozy living environment. There are many things you can do to increase the energy efficiency of your home.

Investing in quality insulation and windows are just some of many ways to do so and here are some great benefits to consider:

Saves energy. Our new homes are complete with Energy Star rated windows that feature advanced technologies such as glass coatings, vacuum-sealed spaces, and better weather stripping. This reduces the amount of energy used by nearly 50%! The energy efficiency of your home increases while the amount of CO2 emissions in the atmosphere decreases.

Saves money. Say good-bye to high energy bills! Great insulation and windows pays for itself in the long run. This will drastically lower the amount of money spent on heating each month and makes a huge difference year round.

Improves overall comfort. Keeping your home properly insulated and having energy star rated windows ensures stable temperatures throughout your home. Heat is better kept indoors and will keep your home much warmer.

Our Installations department is more than happy to answer any of your questions or concerns. Call (888) 874-8692 for more information!

 

Need Insurance? Alliance Has You Covered!

Alliance Manufactured Homes offers homeowners insurance for manufactured and mobile homes so you have one less thing to worry about. We know how valuable your time is, which is why we work to simplify the home buying process for you. Here is an overview of what our insurance service entails:

      Comprehensive Coverage.
We provide broad coverage for your home and other structures such as sheds and unattached garages.

Personal Property.
You receive actual cash value for your personal property. Or, choose optional replacement coverage, which replaces a lost or stolen item with another of like kind and quality with no depreciation.

      Personal Liability Coverage.
Provides protection against accidents that cause bodily injury or property damage and for which you’re held legally responsible.

Our Alliance team is always happy to assist you. Call (888) 874-8692 for more information or visit our website!

Do You Feel The Shaking? Have No Fear Your Manufactured Home Will Be Safe!

California is known for many hot topics, one of those hot topics being earthquakes. For a few years now, many have wondered when the next big earthquake will strike California. In recent weeks earthquakes having been striking and causing damage all over the world. These recent earthquakes have led many potential buyers to ponder how well a manufactured home will fair during one.

In an interview with Ara Sarkisian, a partner in Alliance Manufactured Homes, with an extensive background in engineering, architecture, and construction, addresses the safety features of manufactured homes.

What are some common misconceptions about the safety of manufactured homes?

“The biggest misconception is that manufactured homes are flimsy and fall apart easy. This is due to the videos we see on television about old mobile home parks in hurricanes. The fact of the matter is that the new manufactured homes are built as strong as or stronger than conventional homes.”

With the recent earthquakes hitting all over the world, how would manufactured homes fair in earthquakes?

“Manufactured homes fair very well during earthquakes. They are built with a high percentage of shear walls, which offers great structural support during any shaking or rattling from an earthquake.”

Do manufactured home parks have an emergency drill in place when earthquakes hit?

“Manufactured home parks have emergency procedures including evacuation procedures for any type of natural disaster. Here in the Bay Area, we would mostly be dealing with earthquakes, floods, or power outages. The manufactured home parks are required by the state of California to have on file Evacuation Procedures for their residents.”

 How big of a magnitude does an earthquake need to cause major damage to manufactured homes?

“The answer to that remains unknown. We had an earthquake in 1989, that was 7.9 magnitude and the manufactured homes made it through that shake just fine.”

What is the difference between manufactured homes in mobile home parks versus residential homes foundation wise?

“Manufactured homes in mobile home parks are constructed onto a non-permanent foundation. They are not installed on a concrete foundation like residential homes are. They are installed onto a series of steel support piers. These piers offer structural foundation support as well as seismic support for any lateral forces caused by earthquakes. In some cases, this is actually preferred over a rigid concrete foundation system.”

Can older manufactured homes withstand earthquakes? If not, how often are manufactured homes replaced or upgraded?

“The newer the home the greater the structural integrity. The new manufactured homes are built to upgraded codes and higher engineering standards. These new homes replace the old manufactured homes every day throughout the area.”

Is there any reason you can think of that would cause someone not buy a manufactured home due to the threat of an earthquake?

“No. My experience is these homes are completely safe.”

Hopefully the interview shed light on the stability of manufactured homes and how well they withstand natural disasters. The foundation that manufactured homes stand on is one of the positives in purchasing a home! Safety is always a concern so – Why COMPROMISE? If you want more safety information of our homes call (888) 874-8692 to speak with one of our field agents today!

Positive Outlook for the Manufactured Housing Industry!

More and more people are purchasing manufactured homes and for a good reason, too! Over the last two years, shipments of manufactured homes have greatly increased and now over 19 million Americans live in one. Not only are they 10 to 35% less expensive than site built homes, but they offer greater amenities, better quality construction, and are more energy efficient. No wonder why more people are switching to manufactured homes!

According to the CEO of Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI), Thayer Long, the industry is “a key economic solution for present and future home buyers”. He further states, “the manufactured housing industry is very much alive, and very much here to stay”.

To read more about the promising outlook for the manufactured housing industry visit, http://www.manufacturedhousing.org/admin/template/brochures/1000temp.pdf.

Alliance can help you find the perfect dream home you’ve always wanted! Call (888) 874-8962 to speak with any of our friendly and experienced agents for more information or visit our website!

What To Look for When Buying a Manufactured Home

As with any significant purchase, you should shop around for the manufactured home of your choice. Compare cost, floor plan design, and interior and exterior décor. When you are shopping for a manufactured home, don’t hesitate to find out the details, its construction methods and materials. At Alliance Manufactured Homes, we are more then happy to answer any of your questions and help you purchase your future home!

We are open 7 days a week! See you soon!

Modern Mobile Home Communities Are Not What You May Think!

What comes to mind when you first hear “mobile home community?” Do the words, “attractive”, “secure”, or “luxurious” come to mind? You may be surprised to find that today’s mobile home communities, especially in the Silicon Valley are not what you may think.

Lifestyle & Amenities

Modern mobile home communities offer a variety of services and sought after amenities suitable for every lifestyle. Some communities feature active adult and family activities, fitness centers, and organized social events. Clubhouses, pools, tennis courts, and walking trails are just a few of the wonderful amenities offered that many apartments and site built homes do not provide.  Take for instance, Sunset Estates Community, a peaceful and friendly senior community or Timber Cove, an all age community perfect for families as it’s located near award winning school districts and features a playground area.

Location

Some mobile home communities are conveniently located near schools, freeways, and shopping while others are closer to lakes, mountain resorts, and golf courses.  Enjoy the lavish landscape and scenic tree-lined streets areas at the luxurious Adobe Wells community or scenic tree-lined streets and lush landscaping at Mountain Shadows community. Such communities provide a secure living environment; neighbors look out for one another, therefore creating a full-time neighborhood watch. Professional community managers work hard to keep their communities clean and safe; some communities only allow residents and guests to enter. Depending on your lifestyle you can choose from the many communities in the Silicon Valley that best fit your location needs and desires.

There are many different communities to choose from all over the area. We are active in communities throughout Sunnyvale, San Jose, East Bay, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz. Whether you are looking for that perfect home or looking to sell, Alliance Homes is here for you! Call today to speak with an agent for more information on our manufactured homes or communities in your area!

Happy Memorial Day!

Memorial Day—a day that commemorates United States soldiers who died while honoring, serving and fighting for our country. Observed this Monday, May 30th, it is a United States federal holiday. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War, then it was extended after World War I to honor Americans who have died in all wars. Memorial Day often marks the start of summer vacation season. Since it is an observed federal holiday, all federal buildings, libraries, public schools and banks are closed, a three day weekend many look forward to.

However, Alliance Manufactured Homes will be open to conveniently serve those that are interested in a New Home!  We will be holding many open houses throughout this weekend and as well as on Monday. We look forward to seeing you this Memorial Day Weekend!

Have a safe weekend from all of us at Alliance Manufactured Homes!