News and Information for current and prospective homeowners


Feb 25, 2021
How Safe are Manufactured Homes in a Storm?
Fact: Federal installation and construction laws produce manufactured homes as sturdy, reliable and as weather-proof as site-built homes.

Feb 5, 2021
Ready to sell your home? The Hames sales department can help.
Are you a resident at Summit View or Grand View and need to sell your manufactured or mobile home? We can help!

Jan 6, 2021
Summit View Receives Neighborhood Award
Hames’ Summit View manufactured home community was humbled and honored to receive recognition for its post-storm neighborhood cleanup efforts.

Dec 9, 2020
Own Your Home when you’re 30? Here’s How
How many 30 year olds can say they own their home outright? When Gabrielle is 30, she'll be one of them!

Nov 5, 2020
Harry and the Helping Hands
There were silver linings to the devastating August 10 derecho storm. With no power, TV or internet, neighbors got to know each other better. At Hames Homes, we got to know our residents better.

Sep 30, 2020
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Right after the August 10 derecho storm blew through Cedar Rapids, Hames residents did what they do best – got out and helped

Sep 2, 2020
We Survived the Derecho, Our Homes Did, Too.
You never realize or appreciate the manufactured home construction and installation standards until you’re hit by hurricane force winds. We’ve got proof – they’re effective.

Jul 30, 2020
Manufactured Homes - Built to Last
The myth of the "disposable home" is a thing of the past. Today's manufactured homes last as long as site-built houses.

Jun 30, 2020
What to Expect when Financing your Mobile or Manufactured Home
Hames Homes is your “One Stop Shop” for purchasing and financing your next manufactured home. We have new and used mobile homes for sale in beautiful neighborhoods, and we can also provide financing options as well as homeowner’s insurance.