I've helped a few people with considering modular rebuilds in fire areas and there are some modular and manufactured companies that I work with with that have some specialization in the area. - Orbit is one.

You will spend 10X on repairs and servicing of a poorly manufactured window so better to spend a little extra up front.I've recently had success using Harvey slimline windows on some rehabs.

So there is a miss-match and you end up paying more then you should.This is true for a small Canadian Controlled Private Corporation (CCPC) with "active" income - e.g. they manufacture widgets or provide a service to folks owning widgets.  

@Rahel KetemaI work in the commercial HVAC world as a salesman for a major manufacturer in the US and I have sold many residential furnace splits and ductless split systems in NJ/NYC, so temp wise similar to Chicago.Everyone has provided some good points and some to ponder.The upfront cost is going to vary based on the heat load of your space and the layout.

i currently own a duplex and have been land lording for 18 yrs. i have found a potential investment opportunity  30 miles away. it is located in a community slated for substantial growth over the next decade due to the current construction of new semiconductor manufacturing facilities. the property is a 24 unit apartment building. supposedly it historically maintains 95-100% occupancy and has a waiting list. my question is what documentation should i expect the lenders to want?  

Even if it were new, they have no idea about the quality or manufacturing imperfections. 

The more control they have, the easier it is for them to manufacture a dictatorial takeover.

What type of work is typically recommended for an older (mid 90's) single wide mobile home roof that is not leaking but that is very old looking?  Looking for a cost effective solution that looks nice and that would h...

Get with the Building manufacturer or GC to do design. 

Provided, however, where the tenancy involves only the rental of a space for a manufactured home as defined in G.S.143‑143.9(6), a notice to quit must be given at least 60 days before the end of the current rental period, regardless of the term of the tenancy. (1868‑9, c. 156, s. 9; Code, s. 1750; 1891, c. 227; Rev., s. 1984; C.S., s. 2354; 1985, c. 541; 2005‑291, s. 1.)