Slain wrote:

Also what would one say to the idea of modular homes. Do they have
good resale value? This is not just a means of investment, but a
primary residence.

Depends entirely on the particular modular home and the setting in which
it is placed. There are cheap modular homes that won't retain value very
well, and there are high end and even custom modular homes that will do
just fine. In either case if the location sucks or the home is notably
out of character for the area the value will suffer.