Short term rental tips

As hosts, we tend to hyper-focus on the actual experience of a guest staying at our property. However, we need to zoom out and look at the in-between times. The turnover time. The switch that happens between a guest checking out and the next one checking in. While it may seem simple, having a smooth […]

While the weather is continually heating up around the country, it can be hard to believe its time to start thinking about the winter rental season. While we’re still in the summer season, its time to start thinking about the vacation rental upgrades to make this winter. This post explores different upgrades you should consider

Are you looking to up your hosting skills? Like our teachers always said, reading is one of the best ways to make yourself smarter. To give you a starting point, we’ve compiled 10 of the best property management blogs to add to your reading rotation. Host Tools provides an automated, unified calendar for short-term rental

Are you someone who is looking to rent but still wants to be a short-term rental host? Well, you’re in luck! Back in 2022, Airbnb launched a marketplace to help hosts find Airbnb-friendly apartments. This guide will explore all the ins and outs of Airbnb-friendly apartments and what you need to know to get started

So much content out there is about “more, more, more” when looking for Airbnb amenities. There are many Airbnb amenities out there that are worth it, that is 100% true. However, with so much out there, it can feel overwhelming. We’re here to break down a few “popular” Airbnb amenities that you might not actually

Like any business, short-term rentals require careful financial management. This is particularly true during tax season. When you use property management systems (PMS), you need to ensure they match up with all of your various accounting tools. This blog post will discuss PMS reconciliation for vacation rentals and guide you on how to stay on

The devil’s in the details. That rings particularly true with margin killers in vacation rental task management. We often focus on the big picture. How much money are we bringing in, and how much is going out on the big expenses? However, it’s the little things that add up quickly. And it’s not just money, but also

You may have noticed run clubs popping up all over the country, or everyone talking about their protein goals for lifting in the gym. Lately, people are on their health game. As a result, they don’t want to mess up their training plan when traveling. Whether it’s a quick business trip or an extended stay,

If you’re new to the short-term rental industry, there may be some words you’ve heard thrown around that you just aren’t familiar with yet. Do not fear! We’ve compiled many (if not all) of the terms related to short-term rentals you may hear as you set out to start your new venture. Save this post

As a short-term rental host, you may be considering hiring a property manager. However, if you’ve never worked with one before, you might not be entirely sure of the going rates for the different services they offer. This blog post will explore the different services property managers may offer and how much they typically cost.