How is a mobile home handled by a real estate licensee in North Carolina?

In North Carolina, a mobile home is classified as personal property unless it’s permanently affixed to real estate. Therefore, it must be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles. The correct handling of a mobile home involves ensuring that it is registered in accordance with the state's regulations, which do not impose a time limit on its registration status.

This means that as long as the mobile home continues to exist as personal property, it remains subject to registration without a required renewal period, providing clarity regarding ownership and legality. Licensees must ensure compliance with these requirements to facilitate any transactions involving mobile homes, ensuring that their status as registered property is current and recognized by the legal authorities.

Understanding this allows real estate professionals to navigate the complexities of mobile home transactions effectively, ensuring their clients are fully informed about the registration needs in North Carolina.