April Newsletter

Doublewide News You Can Use

If you ever had to look for a VIN number on a mobile home, and if you ever closed one with a VA or FHA loan, you have, write this down. The Institute For Building Technology And Safety here you'll find out how to get replacement VIN numbers, also known as HUD Labels, for mobile homes.

"IBTS is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit service corporation formed by government organizations to provide unbiased professional building code compliance services directly to, or on behalf of, government agencies at all levels. These services include inspections, plan reviews, building department services, education and training, staff augmentation, policy and procedure development, cost evaluation, energy ratings, and auditing."

For a nominal fee -- about $75.00 - you can get verification of a HUD label: Dig out your credit card and make your request: Verification for Manufactured Home Certification Labels here.

This can be a real deal saver when someone's painted over the HUD label in the master bedroom closet, or replaced the kitchen cabinets....