There are two largely separate rental markets in Central Florida's vacation home industry, the single family pool home market, and the condo/townhouse market. Both are equally profitable, so which to buy into becomes more a matter of personal choice than of economics.

Condos and townhouses tend to be located on resort-style communities, which have a central swimming pool and clubhouse facilities for the use of guests. These communities are in some ways closer to a resort-style hotel than to a residential community. Buying and owning a condo or a townhouse can be less expensive than a pool home, but you need to be sure that this is what you want for your own use when you come to Florida.

Single family pool homes can be found on some resort communities, but many are on quieter, residential-style communities. The homes, having their own pools, are more self-contained, so community facilities are not so important to guests. In general, pool homes are more expensive to buy and to own, but income from rentals will be higher to compensate.

I find that most buyers who come to me already know which style of home will work best for them, but if you are unsure and need to discuss these options in more detail, please don't hesitate to email me.