Broward County/SE Florida Rentals with a Pool

[Jonathan Nixon]

Good evening,

looking at a couple different properties that have pools in the backyard. I have never personally owned one, much less considered the effect it might have on a rental property. Does anyone have any experience with them using a B&H rental strategy? 

Is there anything unique to be concerned about that you guys are aware of (liability, maintenance, etc)?

[Kristin Kiddy]

For a vacation rental, it is a huge plus.  For a long term rental it is a huge liability, especially if you rent to a family with little kids.  Not to mention you are looking at aprox $75 per month for pool maintenance by a company and don't trust a renter to property take care of a pool.  If chemical levels are off you can actually damage the pool surface and resurfacing a pool can be $3000 and up.