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About Vanderbilt Mortgage

Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance (NMLS #1561) is a national housing lender that operates under the umbrella of Berkshire Hathaway. It specializes in financing new and used manufactured, mobile and modular homes. Vanderbilt states it originates loans in 47 states and Washington, D.C., though new homes can only be purchased in 33 states.

Pros
  • Loans for new and used manufactured and modular homes
  • Accommodates borrowers with lower credit scores
  • Numerous payment options
Cons
  • Not transparent about rates or fees
  • No refinance loans
  • New home loans only available in 33 states

Helpful Reviews

Parker, CO
Verified purchase
Horrible customer service. And their rates were outrageous. Even for someone with excellent credit, they were way above the going market rate. Waited a year to try again and even ...

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Foley, MO
Verified purchase
My husband and I had questions about wire transfers and paying down our loans as well as routing information and security. Meagan with customer service was so helpful with all my ...

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Rates

Vanderbilt Mortgage doesn’t display current rates on its website, but it offers a mortgage calculator to provide an idea of what your mortgage might look like with different borrowing costs.

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Loan types

Vanderbilt Mortgage offers financing for purchasing new and used manufactured and modular homes. It offers portfolio home loans, which means it won't sell your loan on the secondary mortgage loan market. Instead, it services the loan throughout the entire term. Vanderbilt also offers land loans, which can help if you plan to buy a plot of land and the home that will sit on it.

Vanderbilt Mortgage currently doesn’t offer refinance loans.

Application process

Vanderbilt Mortgage’s digital tools make applying for a mortgage fairly simple and direct. Once you click on the “Apply Today” button, you’ll take a brief survey about the type of mobile or modular home you want, your location and how much money you can put down. From there, you’ll provide personal and financial information.

A loan professional will then review your application and call you to explain what further documentation is needed and explain loan requirements. If land is a part of your home purchase, Vanderbilt will order an appraisal and title search before issuing full approval of the loan.

Meichelle, a reviewer from Oklahoma, said about their experience with Vanderbilt Mortgage: “We had to sell a home to buy another one, and the rep was wonderful. I talked to her one time, and she gave me a pre-approval almost immediately [and] then started dealing with the place we were buying a mobile home from. [...] Overall, Vanderbilt was the easiest part of our experience. Also, the homeowners insurance that they offered us is right in line with what it should be and it's got great coverage. We're happy.”

Vanderbilt Mortgage application process features

The table below shows some of Vanderbilt Mortgage’s application process features:

Requirements

After a loan specialist has reviewed your application, Vanderbilt Mortgage will explain its borrower qualifications for its loan programs. Vanderbilt Mortgage states that it works with applicants who have less-than-perfect credit, though it doesn’t state its minimum credit score requirement.

As for home requirements, Vanderbilt doesn’t have any restrictions related to home size, and homes aren’t required to have a permanent foundation. It doesn’t currently finance RVs, homes located in co-ops, park model homes or tiny homes.

Typical mortgage requirements by loan type

For context, the table below shows some typical mortgage requirements by loan type.

Cost and fees

Once you apply for a loan, Vanderbilt Mortgage will provide a loan estimate form with the estimated costs of your loan, including closing costs. Look over the form carefully for details about rates and additional costs, including any origination, appraisal, survey, title or attorney fees. Vanderbilt states that most of its loans don’t have a prepayment penalty, so be sure to ask if yours does.

Vanderbilt Mortgage lists some of its service fees online. It charges a $10 co-counsel fee, a $150 recast fee and a $49 lien release recording fee.

FAQ

Is Vanderbilt Mortgage legit?

Vanderbilt Mortgage is a legitimate company that’s licensed with the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (NMLS). It’s been servicing loans for over 40 years.

Is Vanderbilt Mortgage owned by Clayton Homes?

Yes, Vanderbilt Mortgage is owned by Clayton Homes, which is owned by Berkshire Hathaway.

Is it hard to get a loan through Vanderbilt Mortgage?

Vanderbilt Mortgage doesn’t list its borrower qualifications or requirements online, though it states that it may accept lower credit scores, so it may be easier to qualify for. However, it only offers loans for new homes in 33 states. If you’re interested in this type of loan, you can check if it’s offered in your state by clicking the “Apply Today” button and seeing if your state is offered in the dropdown.

What credit score does Vanderbilt use?

Vanderbilt Mortgage doesn’t list its minimum credit score requirement online, though it states that it accepts less-than-perfect credit scores.

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    TechPunctuality & Speed

    Reviewed May 1, 2026

    From top to bottom, I have never seen the level of incompetency as I have with this company. The inability to grasp simple fractions like 1/2, 1/3, and 1/4 by the customer support team, the lack of accountability from their supervisors, and the snails pace at which “upper level people” move - it’s mind boggling they are still in business. I’d be fired for the absolute clown show these people have put on for me, including issuing a check, telling me to deposit it, then promptly cancelling said check and putting my account five figures in the negative after we had paid our contractor. I’m taking borderline dangerous levels of incompetency here. Stay as far away as you can from these people.

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    Customer ServiceTechPriceRefunds & PayoutsMaintenanceStaffBillingLoan Process

    Reviewed April 23, 2026

    In the beginning, they were very helpful but when problems arose, they were very hesitant to be of help. I am a 67-year-old widow on social security with a 15-year-old grandson as a dependent. They did not want to help when I reported faulty wiring. I made 2 calls to them but after 3 yes I still have not seen anyone coming by to fix the problem. The home has suffered through trim work falling constantly off the walls and doors. Rain is blowing in and leaking through both front and back doors. It has been determined that it was not set up correctly at first.

    When my sister left, who was helping me make the payments of $1219/ month, I had it all to myself and could not make full payments but I paid what I could upwards of $900 -$800. But now they want to foreclose on me with no regards as to the payments I tried to make, although not enough. They are not willing to work with me, and one representative clearly stated that the home is not the object of claim; my land was. No, I was taken in by their kindness and helpfulness act and living in a tent before we got our home, had me more than willing and ready to sign a contract. I had a house that burned down before the trailer and was typically homeless.

    I have lived on this land, on and off, since the year 2000, and they want to give me $1000 and I sign a deed in lieu, meaning I don't fight for what is mine. The home is not worth the $100,000 we contracted our loan for; it was falling apart since day 1, but the land is priceless to us because it has and is always been our home. I would say consider very carefully about buying a home from them. I don't think they were truthful in their actions at selling 2 disabled senior citizens on a Social Security disability income, a home of inferior build.

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      Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaffLoan Process

      Reviewed March 18, 2026

      My husband and I had questions about wire transfers and paying down our loans as well as routing information and security. Meagan with customer service was so helpful with all my questions with fast knowledgeable customer support making my experience easy and convenient for secure satisfactory care!

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      Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaffRates

      Reviewed Jan. 30, 2026

      Horrible customer service. And their rates were outrageous. Even for someone with excellent credit, they were way above the going market rate. Waited a year to try again and even after four rate cuts, the rate was the same! I'm talking two whole points! Do not use this company; they are known for their sleazy tactics, ridiculous rates, and unethical business practices.

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      CoverageRefunds & PayoutsMaintenance

      Reviewed Jan. 22, 2026

      Run. My house has mold after 5 yrs and Vanderbilt thinks they are going to dictate repairs who, what and how repairs are done. They are refusing to endorse a check because they want to dictate how the funds are used. No Way. I will see you in court and let's not forget I'm not in my home because I can't repair the mold in my house someone is going to have to pay for me not being in my home because of mold and my insurance already cut the check for the repairs.

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      StaffLoan Process

      Reviewed Dec. 5, 2025

      I would like to thank Vanderbilt Mortgage for their extreme compassion and understanding. My dad passed during the process of my loan and there was extremely generous, compassionate and understanding during this time, and I would like to thank Hayden and Laurie, in particular, for helping me through this.

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      Punctuality & SpeedLoan Process

      Reviewed Aug. 18, 2025

      Since obtaining a loan 5 years ago with Vanderbilt my financial situation changed as well as the date I get paid. Vanderbilt refused to amend the due date. This now increases what I owe due to late fees. Thanks Vanderbilt for making my financial situation more difficult in order for you to maintain a policy. Your $20.00 late fee is more important than your customers.

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      Customer ServiceCoveragePunctuality & SpeedRefunds & PayoutsStaff

      Reviewed Aug. 5, 2025

      For two years in a row, they were late paying my homeowners insurance through escrow. Customer service was not helpful. They use a third party Assurant. I ended up having to pay my insurance and it took forever to get my money back. Terrible.

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      CoverageStaffLoan Process

      Reviewed July 19, 2025

      Didn't enter total amount to be paid off by insurance company, Instead they turned in 26000 and kept 1800 out to make me pay, that's not what having insurance is about. And their shady actions are ruining my credit. My daughter passed on 06/02/2025 and because of them I can't get a loan to have her body moved from Florida to Texas. That's the type of people they are, they don't care!!!!

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      Customer ServiceTransparency

      Reviewed July 3, 2025

      I recently just relocated and everything has been very overwhelming but I kept Vanderbilt Mortgage up to date with everything that has been going on. Although, today I made a call and I spoke with Joshua **. He was the absolute best. I informed him of everything that was going on and he reached out to his supervisor Kaley **. They came of up a solution that suit my needs to perfection. If you are having a rough month or so don’t hesitate to reach out to keep things resolved in the best way possible.

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      Vanderbilt Mortgage Company Information

      Company Name:
      Vanderbilt Mortgage
      Address:
      500 Alcoa Trail
      City:
      Maryville
      State/Province:
      TN
      Postal Code:
      37804
      Country:
      United States
      Website:
      www.vmf.com