Are you looking to attract millennials and members of Gen Z to your short-term rental? If so, a great way to do this is by making it Instagram-worthy. If your short-term rental is Instagram-worthy, then people will take pictures and post them on... (Read More)

Are you getting ready to renovate your short-term rental? There are a few things you'll want to keep in mind as you prepare it for guests. One of the things you want to consider is the colors you'll use in your decorating. You'll want the overall... (Read More)

You've probably seen us write about the importance of guidebooks before. They provide clear instructions for your guests and introduce them to your community. Guidebooks really are a must when running a successful short-term rental. Even so, you may... (Read More)

One of the things to take into consideration when running a short-term rental is that you want your neighbors to be OK with it. Your neighbors' satisfaction can affect your success as a short-term rental landlord. Not only can you end up with... (Read More)

There are several things that you need to do to keep guests satisfied and improve your reviews. Not only can you feel good about the fact that your guests are leaving happy, but it can increase your occupancy rating. Those guests may book again and... (Read More)

Short-term rentals have some real benefits. You're given a little more flexibility. For example, you can block off dates when you want to use it and accept rentals during the times when you're away. This is just one reason many people choose to go... (Read More)

There are a lot of people working remotely these days. There is flexibility in this type of schedule. Employees who are telecommunicating can basically work from anywhere, as long as they have the equipment they need. This can be beneficial for... (Read More)

Communication. Communication. Communication. It's key to making sure your guests leave satisfied. Communicate clearly from the get go by drafting a thorough listing. Make sure that your listing illustrates exactly what your property has to offer... (Read More)

Short-term rentals tend to require more regular upkeep from the landlord. You have people coming and going in shorter durations, demanding that you handle ongoing cleaning needs. You'll also need to handle bookings, different guest expectations and... (Read More)

In some places, the winter season is a tourist destination because of skiing, snowboarding, or sledding. In other areas, winter can make it a little tougher for landlords to entice guests to book with them. Take photos. Start by capturing some... (Read More)