A townhome in a resort-home community

The Regal Palms Owners Association describes a community of townhomes with both short-term rental homes and permanent residents. It also identifies resort facilities, including a clubhouse and swimming pavilion. For an owner considering a longer tenancy, that mix makes the details of the individual property especially important.

  • Confirm the proposed lease arrangement against the property’s current rules before advertising.
  • Distinguish the townhome’s own features from the resort facilities.
  • Establish tenant access, registration and any applicable charges rather than implying everything is included.
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Moving from guest stays to a longer tenancy

A furnished holiday home is not automatically ready for a long-term lease. If you are considering a change, first decide what stays in the home, what needs repair and how any existing commitments will be handled.

  • Prepare an inventory of furniture, appliances and other items you intend to include.
  • Check existing bookings or management agreements before choosing an availability date.
  • Clarify utilities, association services and owner-paid costs so the proposed rent can be understood.

Use the current association documents and your own costs to evaluate the change. A neighboring unit’s rental history does not establish permission or predict your return.

Long-term management with clear boundaries

McCormack Realty & Renters Choice Homes provides long-term rental services including marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, inspections and maintenance coordination. Our rental-management role is separate from the resort’s operations and the homeowners association.

  • Present the unit and its included contents accurately to prospective tenants.
  • Coordinate maintenance for the rental while identifying work controlled by the association.
  • Provide owner reporting and help coordinate tenant-rule issues with the HOA.

The homeowner remains responsible for association obligations. Discuss the intended lease and current documents with us before treating a resort-style unit as ready for a long-term tenancy.

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Clear management pricing

Receive the benefits of our 10% management package at the promotional 8% management rate, plus a $350 setup fee. Leasing and other applicable charges are separate; see the full fee details when comparing your ongoing costs.

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Questions from Regal Palms owners

Does permanent residency at Regal Palms prove my proposed lease is allowed?

No. The association’s description of permanent residents does not establish the rules for every proposed rental. Check the current governing documents, approval requirements and any applicable restrictions for your unit.

Are resort facilities automatically included in the rent?

Do not promise that without confirmation. Verify the tenant’s eligibility, registration steps and any separate charges with the association or relevant facility operator before advertising access.

Should I leave all the vacation furniture in the townhome?

Decide what suits the intended tenancy and document the items that will remain. An inventory and condition record help clarify what is included and what may need replacement before the home is offered.

Does PMK’s long-term service manage resort guest bookings?

The services described here are for long-term rental management, not a promise of nightly guest bookings or resort operations. If you already have reservations or a vacation-management contract, discuss those commitments before planning a change.

Own a Florida rental property while living elsewhere? Many of our owners are based in other states, Canada or the UK. We’ve helped owners move from underperforming vacation rentals to long-term rentals, with a local team to manage the property and tenancy.

Considering a longer tenancy for your Regal Palms townhome? Tell us about the unit, its furnishings and any existing commitments so we can discuss the next steps.

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