The Land Home Package Model with Chris Gavre

Buying land and putting a brand new manufactured home on it may sound simple. Chris Gavre explains why the details before closing on the land can make or break the project.

Chris and his partner buy parcels ranging from small individual lots to larger pieces they can divide into several lots. They prepare the land, order manufactured homes directly from the manufacturing plant, permanently install them, complete the required utility and inspection work, and sell them on the open market.

One important part happens before they ever close. Chris checks zoning, water and sewer access, soil conditions for septic systems, development costs, and private restrictions. He learned the last point through what he calls an expensive lesson. County approval does not necessarily reveal deed restrictions, neighborhood covenants, or HOA rules that could prevent a manufactured home from being placed on the property.

Key topics and takeaways:

• How Chris defines a land home package
• Why most of his projects are outside city limits
• The due diligence Chris completes before buying land
• Why deed restrictions must be checked separately from zoning
• Why Chris orders homes directly from manufacturing plants
• How the homes become eligible for FHA, USDA, and VA financing
• Why Chris finds this model more predictable than flipping houses
• The financing and county level challenges involved
• How Chris and his partner manage 50 to 60 projects without a large staff

Guest information:

Chris Gavre is a real estate investor based in Charlotte, North Carolina. He and his partner Robert develop land home packages and also offer a coaching program for people who want help learning the model.

Chris invited interested listeners to call or text him at:

770 862 0246

Chris said that if he misses a call, send him a text explaining what you are calling about.

Call to action:

If you are interested in learning about land home packages or want help understanding the process, Chris said you can call or text him at 770 862 0246.