Renting with a pool. Not sure what to do.

[James Baker]

Hello BP

We will be renting out our house in the future here in the west Michigan area.  It has a pool that is relatively shallow; 4' at the deep end and 3' at the shallow end.  I am not sure if it was meant for a lap pool or for kids.   I have been weighing the options and am not sure what route to take.  First and foremost, is the safety of the tenants, especially children.   I also would want to protect myself and my investment as much as possible if something did happen.  I would go through great lengthen's to ensure the pool is safe in every aspect possible.  I would also have to see if the cash flow would increase enough to offset the cons of renting with a pool.  Any input from the BP community would be greatly appreciated.  

Thanks in advance.

[Deanna McCormick]

fill it in.. YOUR in MICHIGAN,,, not Florida, or California

Renters can't and don't like to pay to heat them put chemicals in or clean them.

Insurance isn't that expensive but the headache and potential for injury or loss of life would make me FILL IT IN.

I've managed complexes with pools,, and our company had one death at another complex,, All I can say is fill it in