Bathtubs?

[Mark Forest]

I have a small SFH I bought with a bathroom that only has room for a shower. I can expand it to put in a bathtub, but the renovation will certainly cost me. Is a bathtub a necessity, or is just a shower adequate? Thank you in advance for all opinions.

[Marcia Maynard]

All of our units have a tub/shower combo. Most of our tenants take showers and a tub wouldn't matter to them. I would leave it as it is and see how well you can rent "as is" before doing a major modification. Elderly people can get in and out of showers easier than stepping into a bathtub. Young families prefer a tub for the kids. Some like a tub for washing the dog. It really depends on your market.