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What makes a good vacation rental

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Services for Real Estate Pros with Florida Real Estate Network

What makes a good Vacation Rental

A clean, well maintained home on a canal or open water. 
Typically one of the bedrooms should have a set of twin beds if the renters are bringing children. 
Good linens and towels and a backup set. This is especially important for monthly renters. 
The washer, dryer and refrigerator should be newer if possible.
A good Television hooked up to cable (about $35.00 per month) and a CD or tape stereo system. 
The kitchen must be completely outfitted. A microwave is also very important for renters. 
Patio and/or Lawn-Deck furniture. If there is an upper deck, a table and chairs plus loungers.
On the waterside, a set of loungers and chairs. 
Repeat renters

If the renters have a good experience, they will come back. We see this especially with people that book two to three months a year.
The Rental laws-what is going on in your area now and what is proposed? Ask your agent!!!!
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Jason Keeling
Ryson Real Estate - Galveston, TX
there are so many things that make a rental good... we find renters like homes that sleep more people... makes it more affordable and beats our competition(hotels)... how much income do you typically see down there as far as home value/income... we see about 10% return here... so a $500,000 beach home will bring in about $50,000
Jan 31, 2008 05:56 AM