I'd love to hear about other people's experiences in the area and what they think about the future for Raleigh as it continues to grow in comparison to places like Charlotte or Austin. 

Then go down and ask people in that unit and confirm if there was any leak. 

We need more people with experience like you to help us newbies like me.

Hopefully your post draws some good points from people who have done it both ways and can provide some numbers for us.

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.

Most people think it is building for 200K and getting 400K appraised value.

From 3 people, you went to 6?

I also avoid contractors who have dedicated sales people who drive logo wrap vehicles.I tend to support diversity where contractors who were born outside of the United States or were Veterans in the Armed Forces have worked out best for us.What are your best practices for choosing contractors?

In this area, people usually rent for 1-12 months, and the rent is 30-50% higher than unfurnished LTR.

Outrageous considering we can re-roof and reside cabins by contractor without hitting a 10k deductible.