What New Builder Rules Mean for Park Home Owners
New consumer-protection measures announced in 2026 could change how homeowners choose contractors and pay for improvement work. Here’s what they could mean for residential park home owners.
Can You Get a Mortgage on a Park Home? Park Home Finance Explained
Can you get a mortgage on a residential park home? We explain why standard mortgages generally do not apply to park homes, how buyers commonly fund a purchase and the other costs to consider before buying.
Your Rights Under the Mobile Homes Act: A Guide for Residential Park Home Owners
Your Rights Under the Mobile Homes Act: A Guide for Residential Park Home Owners Buying a residential park home is different from buying a traditional bricks-and-mortar property. While you own your home, you usually rent the pitch it stands on from the site owner. This unique arrangement means your rights are protected by specific legislation—the […]
Do Residential Park Homes Go Up or Down in Value?
Do Residential Park Homes Go Up or Down in Value? Do Residential Park Homes Go Up or Down in Value? One of the most common questions buyers ask is whether a residential park home will increase in value over time. The answer isn’t always straightforward. Like many types of property, the value of a residential […]
How Much Does It Cost to Live in a Residential Park Home? (2026 Guide)
How Much Does It Cost to Live in a Residential Park Home? (2026 Guide) How Much Does It Cost to Live in a Residential Park Home? One of the biggest reasons people choose a residential park home is the opportunity to reduce their monthly living costs while enjoying a peaceful community lifestyle. However, it’s important […]
10 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Residential Park Home
10 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Residential Park Home 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Residential Park Home Selling a residential park home doesn’t have to be stressful, but small mistakes can often lead to fewer enquiries and a longer time on the market. Whether you’re moving closer to family, downsizing, or relocating, […]
How to Keep Your Park Home Cool During a UK Heatwave
As temperatures rise across the UK, many park home owners are looking for practical ways to stay comfortable indoors without relying on expensive air conditioning. Modern residential park homes are built to high standards of insulation and energy efficiency, but prolonged periods of hot weather can still make living spaces uncomfortably warm—particularly when temperatures remain […]
The 10% Park Home Commission: Is Change Finally Coming?
Table of Contents For many people looking to buy or sell a residential park home, one of the most surprising aspects of the process is a charge that doesn’t exist in the traditional housing market – the park home commission fee. Under current legislation, when a residential park home is sold, the site owner is […]
What Is the 10% Park Home Commission?
Understanding One of the Most Discussed Costs in the Park Home Sector If you’re considering buying or selling a residential park home, you’ve probably come across discussions about the 10% commission paid when a home changes ownership. It is one of the most unique aspects of the residential park home market and often raises questions […]