For the investment to be profitable, it is important to take into account the different characteristics of the mobile home, from its location to its size and surface area, including its accommodation capacity, its general condition, its layout and its number of rooms, available equipment… The fact that it is new or second-hand is also necessary to take into account, as is the presence or absence of furniture (in the living room, bedrooms, etc.) or equipment ( in the kitchen, in the bathroom, etc.)
The determining criteria for choosing a mobile home
You cannot install a mobile home just anywhere. The regulations in force stipulate that this type of accommodation finds its place in particular in a campsite, a holiday village or a residential leisure park. It is possible to locate it on private land, but it would then be necessary to follow the complex procedures provided for by the town planning code and obtain approval from the town hall.
As for the choice of campsite or PRL, make sure that the establishment offers quality services, activities and equipment – this will increase the rating of your mobile home. Take the time to carefully read each plot rental clause. Pay your attention in particular to the conditions under which you can rent the mobile home – most contracts require that the establishment is responsible for rental management, entitling it to a commission ranging from 20 to 60% of your rental income.
The goal is another parameter to take into consideration. The financial aspect is not limited to the purchase price or even the expected rental income. Various expenses such as property tax and tourist tax, but also maintenance and security costs and certain services such as water, electricity, gas, etc. are also taken into account.
Internet access is chargeable in certain campsites. But it is an expense that is worth it because it is one of the assets that you can put forward to convince your future tenants.
For the terms of acquiring the mobile home, you can either turn to a manufacturer like O’Hara or IRM or go to an individual – in both cases, this will generate significant expenses linked to loading, unloading, transport and installation of the mobile home. The best is to buy the models available at a campsite or a PRL; To save money, you can always target resale models as a priority.
New or used mobile home: which one to choose?
If many buyers opt for second-hand mobile homes, it is because not only do these models cost less but also to save themselves the expenses linked to their installation.
While this option is tempting in the eyes of many, caution is advised. The buyer must check the general condition of the accommodation, go through everything with a fine-tooth comb: frames, doors and windows, shower cubicle, furniture and electrical installations, exterior fittings, etc.
Warranty and insurance
One of the advantages of acquiring a new mobile home already installed in a campsite or a PRL is that the accommodation comes with a guarantee, generally one or two years. Said guarantee translates in particular into the duty of the establishment to take charge of repairing apparent defects during use of the mobile home.
Accommodation must also be ensured. The insurance must provide at least “civil liability” coverage. But for future tenants to feel reassured, it is important to have a contract that covers the most risks such as theft, fire, natural and technological disasters, broken glass, etc.