All Forum Posts by: Slade Harrison

 Not sure the exact cost but the husband said $2-3 thousand...Like you, I am not a fan of the walk-in tub, so I'm going to steer them to a walk in shower with built in seat. Thanks for the advice!

 Thanks Scott!

I'm not sure about that roll-in shower, that would be a major remodel plus neither tenant is handicap or require a wheelchair. The wife just has trouble lifting her leg over the current tub/shower combo...but thanks for the advice!

I definitely feel like it is a reasonable accommodation, and if made then they have zero intention of leaving. But, I think I like the idea of a stand up shower that has a built in seat rather than a walk in tub though...

I also would want to be there during the remodel to ensure nothing gets glossed over or something else gets damaged. 

Their lease renews in October. Is this something I would add to the lease just for informational purposes or as Andrew stated; the modification becomes part of the property? I just want to make sure I am covered...

Little backstory: Rental is a 1300 sq/ft SFH in a great neighborhood in Northwest Florida. House used to be my primary before moving into a bigger house. Been renting to this couple for the past 3 years. They pay via direct deposit, never been late and take great care of the house. They are older (late 60's), retired military.

I was at the property this past weekend spring cleaning, pressure washing, trimming trees, etc... because I self manage both of my rental properties. The husband comes outside to shoot the breeze and I ask about the house, if they are having any issues, he says no but wanted to ask me about swapping the shower/tub in the guest bathroom to one of those walk-in bathtubs...He said his wife has trouble lifting her legs into the shower as it is and that they would pay for the tub and install. I told him to let me think about it and I'd get back with him soon.

I just worry that if I ever decide to sell the house that a walk-in tub would negatively affect the re-sell value, especially given that this is essentially a starter type home...My initial reaction is no, but then I think that if they want to make this change and pay for the modification, they have no intention of leaving and I would have a very long term, dependable tenant.

Could I stipulate that they can change it out but if they decide to leave they have to swap it out for a one piece shower/tub combo that I originally had? What if I decide to not renew there lease and want to sell the house? I would feel obligated to reimburse them...

Thanks in advance for any advice BP community!

$5000 closing costs? Seems super conservative with a $470k purchase price....

Hey Matt, look forward to attending your REI meetup at 3rd Planet. I'm kind of new to REI so I'll have my ears on.