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.
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The 10 best property management blogs
Take a gander at these property management blogs and start expanding your knowledge today.
1. Host Tools
Okay, okay. Maybe we’re a bit biased. But we produce weekly content designed specifically for hosts like you. We cover everything from the short-term rental news to the most helpful tips and tricks for keeping your business ahead of the curve. With posts on automation, tax management, exciting partnerships, and more, we’ve got you covered.
2. Zillow
Zillow’s blog is particularly helpful for property managers and investors looking to expand their portfolios. It’s particularly helpful for anyone looking for advice on buying their next property.
3. Rental Choice
The blog on Rental Choice provides general property management advice. You’ll find a variety of topics from eco-friendly tips to guidance on setting up security deposits.
4. Reddit r/PropertyManagement
This subreddit for property management serves basically like a blog. You’ll find almost daily posts from experienced hosts sharing their best tips. You’ll also see users asking questions and dialogues happening between hosts. It’s a great option to both absorb information and engage in conversation with other people in the industry.
5. Rental Housing Journal
The Rental Housing Journal, or RHJ, functions more like a newsite than a blog. It covers a wide variety of industry news as well as a deep-dive into issues like “who is responsible if a guest pours grease down the drain? or “tips for handling noise complaints.”
6. Multifamily Insiders
The blog on Multifamily Insiders provides a well-rounded catalog of posts on all things short-term rental. Additionally, there are places for discussion within the site that allow readers to engage, ask questions, and make connections.
7. Guest Hook
Guest Hook’s blog covers a variety of short-term rental management tips, but has a focus on copywriting. While you can find information on many topics, it is a particularly good resource for tips on writing listing descriptions, ad copy, social media captions, etc.
8. Tyann Marcink
Tyann Marcink is a master of all things property management. In addition to running vacation rentals herself, she is a writer, consultant, and photographer. Her blog shares firsthand experience of the dos and don’ts of this industry.
9. Airbnb
Of course, a leader in the industry like Airbnb has a blog. The Airbnb site, also called the “Newsroom,” shares everything from Airbnb’s latest product releases to tips and tricks to become the best host you can possibly be.
10. BiggerPockets
BiggerPockets is all about, you guessed it, filling your pockets with more cash. Their blog is separated by distinct categories like Flipping, Housing Markets, Real Estate Trends, Personal Development Goals, and more.
Final thoughts
The best hosts never stop learning. Whether you’re looking for practical advice, industry news, marketing tips, or real-world insights from fellow property managers, these blogs can help you stay informed and improve your hosting skills. By regularly investing time in learning, you’ll be better equipped to adapt to industry changes, create exceptional guest experiences, and grow a more successful rental business. Start by bookmarking a few of these resources and make reading part of your routine.
