https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/congress-made-it-cheaper-to-build-manufactured-homes-they-re-still-expensive-to-buyContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/congress-made-it-cheaper-to-build-manufactured-homes-they-re-still-expensive-to-buyhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/congress-made-it-cheaper-to-build-manufactured-homes-they-re-still-expensive-to-buy#u47531Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:05:55 +0000Congress passed a housing law that reduces the cost to build manufactured homes, though buyers still face high purchase prices. These factory-built units are increasingly appearing in suburban areas rather than just trailer parks. The market is projected to grow from USD 28.49 billion in 2026 to USD 54.64 billion by 2035, maintaining a 7.50% CAGR. This shift positions manufactured housing as a potential solution to the national housing crunch, provided that retail costs decrease to match lower production expenses.Why it mattersManufactured homes were historically restricted to specific parks.