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Updated over 7 years ago on . Most recent reply

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David Soest
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making a home wheelchair friendly, worth it?

David Soest
  • Investor
  • La Marque, TX
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Has anyone ever had any luck renting to people who are disabled? One of my customers told me it's a really good market but I wouldn't even know where to advertise to find a tenant.  The kitchen cabinets and vanities are not installed yet so I thought I would look into this.

Thanks

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Jason Boulay
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Jason Boulay
  • Real Estate Agent
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@David Soest Just to clarify, those that are disabled, are not strictly limited to people in wheelchairs.  I'm sure some of my tenants may have a disability, but it's not a factor in the application process.  I would not be aware unless they request a reasonable accommodation or modification in the unit.

Certainly, it may appeal to the smaller renter pool individuals who use a wheelchair, but it may turn off renters that don't require the modifications.  If you rent to a tenant that has a wheelchair and it interfere's with their use of the unit, they can request a reasonable modification to the unit.  The modification would be at the expense of the tenant to afford them use and enjoyment of the unit/premises.  I don't see the value in limiting your renter pool and increasing your expenses for something a tenant can pay for, if necessary.

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