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The real cost of self-managing a rental home in Florida

Roughly 96 hours a year, a 30-day deposit deadline you cannot miss, and a lockout penalty of three months' rent. The self-management math, in hours and risk.

Don Harkins · Nov 2, 2026 · 7 min read

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Rent it or sell it: a 2026 decision framework for Central Florida

Four questions that decide whether to rent or sell a Central Florida home in 2026, with a worked example at today's 7.24% rate and county values.

Don Harkins · Nov 2, 2026 · 7 min read

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