Transferring a Manufactured Home Title in Texas
Buying, selling, or inheriting a manufactured home in Texas? You'll need to transfer the title — and the process is more involved than most people expect.
Unlike a traditional home (which uses a deed), manufactured homes in Texas are titled through the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) as a Statement of Ownership. Here is the complete process.
When Is a Title Transfer Required?
Documents You'll Need
The required documents depend on the type of transfer, but typically include:
All signatures on the MH-001 application must typically be notarized.
The TDHCA Process Step by Step
Step 1: Gather All Documents
Make sure you have everything listed above before starting. Missing a single document will delay the entire process.
Step 2: Complete Form MH-001 Accurately
Errors on this form — wrong VIN (HUD label number), missing signatures, or incorrect addresses — are the #1 cause of delays. Double-check everything.
Step 3: Pay the TDHCA Filing Fee
TDHCA charges a filing fee based on the home's assessed value: $55 to $185. Additional fees may apply for expedited processing.
Step 4: Submit to TDHCA
You can submit:
Step 5: Receive the New Statement of Ownership
Standard processing takes 2–4 weeks. The new Statement of Ownership is mailed to the buyer (or lienholder if financed).
Most Common Mistakes That Cause Delays
Missing lien release: If the seller had a loan on the home, the lender must provide a written lien release. Buyers often overlook this.
Unpaid taxes: TDHCA requires a current tax certificate. Always verify taxes are paid before closing.
Wrong HUD label number: The VIN on the application must match TDHCA records exactly. Even one digit off causes rejection.
Estate transfers without proper documentation: If the original owner is deceased, heirs need a death certificate plus a court order or small estate affidavit.
Real Property Conversion
If your manufactured home is permanently attached to land you own, you may qualify to convert it from personal property to real property. This opens the door to conventional mortgage financing and homestead tax exemptions.
How Eleven Processing Can Help
Manufactured home title transfers are one of our specialties. Pressy has guided many families in Kyle, TX and throughout Hays County through every step — from gathering documents to filing with TDHCA and tracking the process.
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