Hurricane Prep for Florida Rental Property Owners
Smart hurricane prep for Florida rental property starts before the season. Hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30. A little planning protects your rental, your tenant, and your income.
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Before the Season
- Review your landlord and flood insurance, and know your hurricane deductible
- Take dated photos and video of the home’s condition
- Make sure your lease explains who handles shutters, outdoor items, and storm prep
- Trim trees and clear gutters
- Keep vendor contacts ready
When a Storm Is Coming
- Send tenants clear instructions and emergency contacts
- Coordinate shutters or window protection as your lease requires
- Remind tenants to secure outdoor items and follow evacuation orders
After the Storm
- Check on tenant safety first
- Document damage with photos before cleanup when it’s safe
- Contact your insurance company quickly
- Prevent further damage with temporary repairs
Our Premium package includes 24/7 emergency response.
Management Packages
Three plans built around how involved you want to be, your income goals, and your property’s needs.
Essential Package
10% of monthly rent
+ 75% of first month’s rent (leasing fee)
For owners who want trusted systems and basic support.
- Rental pricing analysis using CRM tools
- Preferred vendors (handymen, HVAC, plumbers)
- Full tenant screening: credit, income, background
- Online rent collection and owner portal
- Quarterly drive-by photo updates
- Monthly reporting and year-end tax documents
Professional Package
15% of monthly rent
+ 75% of first month’s rent (leasing fee)
For owners who want full leasing support and better oversight.
- Everything in Essential
- Listing on major rental platforms with professional photos
- Tenant showings scheduled and conducted
- Full tenant placement and lease signing
- Move-in and move-out coordination
- Monthly drive-by photo updates
- Maintenance fully coordinated by our team
Premium Package
20% of monthly rent
+ 75% of first month’s rent (leasing fee)
For out-of-state owners and investors who want full peace of mind.
- Everything in Professional
- Interior and exterior inspections twice a year with photo reports
- Eviction coordination (notices, filings, court)
- 24/7 emergency response
- Utility setup and tracking
- Dedicated Owner Success Manager
- Optional landscaping, pest control, and pool service
Own several rentals? Ask about reduced rates, as low as 8%, for multi-home investors. See full package details.
Why Homeowners Choose Rental Property Partners
- Veteran-owned and female-led local team that lives in the communities we serve
- Military-friendly: we work with service members renting out their homes after PCS orders
- Backed by an affiliated real estate brokerage and title company if you ever decide to sell
- Clear pricing with no surprise fees
Hurricane Prep for Florida Rental Property FAQ
Does the tenant have to pay rent after a hurricane?
If the home becomes uninhabitable, Florida law and your lease may affect rent. Get guidance for your situation.
Who installs shutters?
It depends on your lease and the home. We help owners set clear expectations.
Have questions? Call us or see our hurricane prep for Florida rental property options and pricing.
Talk to a Local Property Manager
Get your free rent estimate or call (904) 478-7368. We manage homes across Jacksonville, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau counties, including Nocatee, St. Augustine, Orange Park, Jacksonville Beach, and Jacksonville.
Our Family of Companies
- Homes for sale in St. Augustine and Nocatee with Tanya Cosmini, Broker/Owner
- Realty ONE Group Elevate, a full-service real estate brokerage with offices in Jacksonville and St. Augustine
- Title Company of Florida, title insurance, escrow, and closings statewide
Affiliated business disclosure: Realty ONE Group Elevate is owned by Tanya Cosmini. Title Company of Florida is owned by her husband, Sam Gorniak, and Rental Property Partners is owned within the same family. Because of these family relationships, the owners may benefit when you use more than one of these companies. You are not required to use any of them and are free to choose other providers.
Rental Property Partners. Rental estimates are not guarantees of rent or occupancy. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Equal Housing Opportunity.