Short term rental tips

You’ve just had a great review from a vacation rental guest, you’ve built up a good relationship, and they even said they’ll come back to your rentals next year. Great! But how can you make sure they come back to you directly so you don’t have to pay booking platform fees over and over for […]

If you’re a property owner of a short-term rental, you know that there are a lot of things to keep track of. Between scheduling check-ins and cleaning the property, it can be challenging to find time to manage everything yourself. That’s where an Airbnb co-host comes in! In this article, we’ll discuss what a co-host

TikTok is the latest social media craze that short-term rental hosts can use to benefit their business. This article provides tips for how to advertise on TikTok as a short-term rental host. Don’t worry if you’ve never used TikTok, we will also go over what this app is, the opportunities it offers, and how to

The vacation rental industry is booming, and with that comes an increasing demand for short-term rentals. If you want to get involved in this growing market, consider joining one of the helpful vacation rental organizations out there. These associations exist as support hubs and focus on simplifying legislation, communicating industry trends, and providing resources to

If you’re a short-term rental host with guests who need to store their luggage before check-in, you’re probably looking for some Airbnb luggage storage solutions. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered! In this blog post, we’ll discuss five different ways that you can help your guests with their luggage storage. Host Tools provides an automated,

If you own a beach house, then you know that there’s always a risk of hurricanes. In fact, hurricane season can be a very hectic time for vacation rental property owners. This blog post will take a look at the Airbnb hurricane policy and a few tips to help you protect your investment, plus ensure

As 2022 comes to a close, tax season is just starting to sneak up on us. If you’re like most hosts, you’re probably dreading it. After all, short-term rentals can be a bit of a headache when it comes to taxes. But it doesn’t have to be that way! With a little bit of planning

If you’re thinking of investing in a short-term rental property, it’s important to know how to calculate the capitalization rate, also known as the “cap rate.” The cap rate is a key metric that investors use to assess the profitability of an investment property. This article will provide everything you need to know about how

Throughout the U.S., there are different types of short-term rental occupancy taxes that vary by state. As you probably know, the state of California is massive – it’s home to nearly 40 million people. With that population comes a ton of visitors. In fact, California welcomes over 270 million visitors each year. If you’re a

As a short-term rental host, you want to ensure your guests have a great experience. That means providing them with all the amenities they need, including a way to watch their favorite shows and movies. However, with so many streaming services available, it can be hard to decide which one is best for your guests.