Short term rental tips

Almost all locations require hosts to get some type of Airbnb license. It’s important to have a strong understanding of these requirements and what the Airbnb license rules and regulations are in your area. This blog post will give you a general overview of what Airbnb licenses are. Host Tools provides an automated, unified calendar […]

One of the most important first steps of starting a new business (and frankly, one of the most fun) is coming up with a name. When you’re launching a short-term rental project, an Airbnb business name is just as important as any other industry. A name for your business helps you establish who you are

If you’re just diving into short-term rental hosting, you may think the only platform around is Airbnb. Wrong! There are plenty of other platforms you should be looking at to list your rental on. Remember, the more places your rental is listed on, the more eyes on it. This guide will take a look at

Houston is a huge, bustling, and all-out amazing city. As such, it can be hard to know where to begin when renting out an Airbnb in Houston, TX. To help, we’ve curated a guide of some of the best neighborhoods in Houston for operating an Airbnb. Host Tools provides an automated, unified calendar for short-term

Have you ever considered Portland, Oregon, as a place to begin your short-term rental business? If you haven’t, you really should. The City of Roses is known for its access to nature, lively cultural scene, and some delicious eats. Of course, you’ll want to zero in on the best neighborhoods for  Portland, Oregon Airbnbs. This

If you’re hosting a short-term rental in Europe, it’s likely you’ve encountered something known as the” Value-Added Tax”. It’s often referred to as the “VAT”. Not a lot of hosts fully understand what the VAT actually is and whether or not it applies to them. Not to worry! This post breaks down what you need

As any good host knows, cleanliness is the key to five-star reviews. When every nook and cranny of your home is sparkling clean, guests can rest assured that you’ve paid attention to the details. However, how you accomplish this task is no small matter. Not all cleaning products are created equal. To help you get

As a host, you know that a variety of expenses can pop up here and there. One of those expenses is Airbnb management fees. If you’re a host who is ready to outsource their responsibilities and take their time back, this post will break down everything you need to consider when hiring an outside management

As a host, an important item to consider is what is reasonable wear and tear on a short-term rental. You need to define what reasonable wear and tear is to both protect your investment and maintain a positive relationship with your guests. Basically, wear and tear is the unavoidable deterioration of your property as time

If you’re a short-term rental host, you know this industry takes guts. It’s so much more than setting up a listing online and scheduling a few cleanings between guests. The art of hosting includes everything from top-notch communication to the tiny, personalized details of a welcome book. Whether you’re a brand-new host or just looking