by Paris Achen | Jul 26, 2021 | Guest Communications, Hosting and Management, Nuisance Prevention, Responsible Renting
If you self-manage a short-term rental, you have probably fielded some challenging questions or requests from guests, including those that indicate guests would inadvertently – or intentionally – skirt your house rules. Sticking to your house rules and booking...
by Alexa Nota | Jul 9, 2021 | Guest Communications, Hosting and Management, Marketing, Responsible Renting, Safety
Hosts of The World’s Most Amazing Vacation Rentals looking up the ladder of the Bird’s Nest at Firefly Eco Lodge in Bali – Courtesy Netflix You know the vacation rental industry is officially no longer “alternative” when Netflix has multiple original...
by Paris Achen | May 25, 2021 | Forward Thinkers Series, Partner Features, Powered by Proper Insurance, Property Care
Alanna Schroeder believes that hospitality is “a state of mind” that begins “the moment you decide to create a short-term rental business.” Alanna’s website, The Distinguished Guest – a trusted and consistent source of information for new and experienced hosts –...
by Paris Achen | May 19, 2021 | Guest Communications, Hosting and Management, Marketing
Becoming a top-ranked host on short-term rental platforms can significantly boost the revenue you bring in from your property. Top-ranked hosts are referred to as Superhosts on Airbnb and Premier Hosts on Vrbo. Hosts who earn the Superhost badge on their listings...
by Paris Achen | May 17, 2021 | Hosting and Management, Marketing
As more travelers choose short-term rentals over hotels, property owners and managers face increased competition in the online marketplace. To be successful, your home, listing, and customer service must stand out. This article is now available inside the Rent...
by Paris Achen | Apr 9, 2021 | Guest Communications, Hosting and Management, Nuisance Prevention, Property Care, Responsible Renting
Guests often choose short-term rentals for the experience of living like a local in a home-like atmosphere. But we can’t forget that they’re temporarily living amongst locals, too – our neighbors – so it’s important that we prevent vacation rental...
by Alexa Nota | Dec 29, 2020 | #FindtheHelpers, Hosting and Management, Humans of Short-Term Rentals, News, Rent Responsibly News, Responsible Renting, STR Advocacy 101
The short-term rental industry is not about properties. It’s about people, and celebrating their success stories is at the heart of all we do. We started 2020 with the launch of our Humans of STRs series, stories and interviews of those who have changed their lives...