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Coming to Florida only for a week but considering renting a villa. Wondering about the mechanics, how does it usually work? [/quote]
Start by enquiring from the sites above and narrowing down the choice of villas that you prefer.
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Sheffman
Do you pay the full amount up front? [/quote]
This depends on how far in advance you book the home. Generally speaking if it is within 10 weeks of arrival then you will be asked to pay the full amount upfront. More than 10 weeks before arrival and you will be asked to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your required dates with the rest of the balance payable at the 10 week prior to arrival point.
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Sheffman
Do villas require deposits against breakages and when are they repaid? How much usually? [/quote]
All villas require a deposit against major breakages. This will vary from owner to owner but is generally within the region of $250-$500. Some owners require the security deposit to be paid at the same time as the full balance and will then return it a couple of weeks after your departure, while others will take a credit card authorisation which expires within a couple of weeks of your leaving the property. It is very rare for any owner to have to deduct monies from a security deposit.
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Sheffman
Are there inventory walkthroughs etc?[/quote]
The Management company will do a walk-through after you have departed. You will not have a walk-through on arrival, since it is almost impossible for company representatives to know exactly when you will arrive. It is a very good idea, reasonably soon after arrival, to just check for any damage or anything that is obviously missing, and report any findings to the Management Company.
Have a wonderful vacation.[msnsmile2][msnsmile2]