News and Information for current and prospective homeowners
Nov 28, 2023
Financing Your Manufactured Home - What You Need to Know
Hames Homes is your “One Stop Shop” for purchasing and financing your next manufactured home. We have new and used mobile and manufactured homes for sale in beautiful neighborhoods. We also guide you through financing options and homeowner’s insurance.
Oct 30, 2023
Mobile and Manufactured Home Titles Explained
Today’s modern, manufactured homes are constructed from the same materials as site-built homes. However, they're titled like a vehicle. That's a good thing.
Oct 2, 2023
Manufactured Homes: Fact or Fiction? Take Our Quiz
There are many truths and misconceptions about manufactured homes (formerly called “mobile homes” or “trailers”). Take our quiz and see if you pass!
Sep 1, 2023
“I want to over-pay for housing,” said no one ever.
More square footage, less cost to purchase, less cost to operate, and located in beautiful, managed neighborhoods. A Hames manufactured home in Grand View or Summit View is the answer to your dreams!
Jul 31, 2023
Gardening for Good
Seasonal fresh produce is available at the Summit View Food Pantry on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, courtesy of Community Garden organizer Leo Broughton and other volunteers. The fresh vegetables are available to anyone who lives in Grand View, Summit View, and surrounding neighborhoods.
Jun 29, 2023
Co-op Dwellers Switch to Manufactured Homes
Hames – The Homes People® has always touted the benefits of manufactured homes (formerly “mobile homes” or “trailers”) for sale over other types of housing - but don’t take it from us. Listen to some folks who made the move.
May 30, 2023
Hames Recognized for Food Pantry Success
What started out as emergency help during the 2020 Derecho natural disaster and aftermath, is now a well-stocked, accessible Food Pantry that takes up half the Summit View office.
Apr 26, 2023
Why Does Hames Homes Fly the POW/MIA Flag?
Hames steadfastly flies "You Are Not Forgotten" to honor service members still missing.
Mar 30, 2023
Are Hames Manufactured Home Communities Safe?
Hames-The Homes People® go “above and beyond” to ensure Grand View and Summit View manufactured home communities in Cedar Rapids have safe and secure environments. No one can guarantee zero issues, but the Hames family takes extraordinary efforts to ensure the well-being of its residents.