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It’s a legal term that means the property owner owns the land and any structures on the land, including the home. Fee simple owners can build equity over time. The leaseholder pays the fee simple owner to use the land for a set period. You might also see this called a landlease or ground lease.
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This includes preparing the land for the mobile home, including leveling, grading, and clearing. Landlease fees. As the home gets older, its resale value may decline, making it more challenging to build equity. Site preparation. If you place your mobile home in a park or community, there might be a monthly or annual fee.
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