As a rental manager, you know the importance of having a quick and easy booking process. So, naturally, many choose to forego rental contracts to ensure there’s one less hoop…
Every good business owner knows that you have to invest in your employees if you want to grow. That doesn’t just mean paying them more (that’s always great for improving…
A welcome book is one of the best ways to make a great first impression with your guests. It's become a popular inclusion in vacation rental homes due to the fact that it's more than a welcome message. It's a great way to provide your guests with useful information about the property and surrounding area
The vacation rental management industry is a young one in the grand scheme of things, but its growth has been explosive. Many media outlets reported the reasoning behind this is that virtually anyone can do it. This is simply untrue. What they really meant to say was anyone who's willing to take the risk and put
With the vacation rental industry being a relatively new one, it's often hard to know who to trust when it comes to advice. There's quite a few voices out there offering their thoughts on how to succeed, but how many are experienced? In an effort to help first-time VRMs avoid common entry-level pitfalls, we consulted
When it comes to vacation rental listings, your property description is integral to your success. Some people may argue that the property photos are more important, which is fair enough. The reality is that one can't work without the other. A great title and property description doesn't just support your imagery, though. They have the
If you've been struggling to create an effective rental property website, this guide will make things a little easier. We're not focusing on the technical aspects of the process here. Instead, we're going to approach things from a marketing perspective. What Makes a Great Vacation Rental Website? 1. Imagery Your property’s photos are the most
With tax season just around the corner, you may be wondering what you can do to minimize the burden. Thankfully, our friends at the IRS have been quite generous in drawing up their list of vacation rental tax deductions. Hopefully you've kept meticulous expense records of your business, because the list of deductions is surprisingly
Considering your options for property investments? Well, hold off on making any purchases for the moment. You may be surprised to find that your money could be better spent elsewhere.