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Why Should You Use a Standard Property Appearance Checklist for Your Rental?

Setting the tone for the rest of their stay is critical for vacation rental clients, and wowing them the moment they walk through the door is an essential part of that. A Standard Property Appearance (SPA) document is an excellent resource for cleaning or housekeeping professionals who prepare your rental property for the next set of guests to ensure that they know how to make those special finishing touches that make the difference between a so-so and a five-star guest experience.

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How To Avoid The Top 13 Mistakes Airbnb Hosts Make

There are many things to consider when you first begin as an Airbnb host, and you may not immediately see the results you want, which is why it is wise to learn from other hosts' errors. You can boost your listings by understanding hosts' most common mistakes on Airbnb.

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Your Guests Won't Be Annoyed By These 10 Airbnb Upsells

Many vacation rental hosts are reluctant to sell products to their guests for fear of appearing greedy, but could you be missing out on an opportunity? Upselling through Airbnb is a great way to boost your profits while providing superior customer service. This post will discuss how to boost vacation rental earnings by upselling.

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Pricing Your Property For Vacation Rentals

Pricing your vacation rental correctly is one of the hardest things to get right when you first begin. This post discusses some excellent advice for locating the right price for your property.

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Here Are 7 Ways To Instantly Change Your Vacation Rental To A Luxurious Feel

Marc Aerberhard, president of Luxury Hotel & Spa Management, stated at the ITB Berlin 2018 convention that the new luxury travel sector focused on what money can't purchase. According to Aerberhard, "what money can't buy" is the key to understanding luxury travel. There are several affordable upgrades you can make to your home to help it achieve five-star appeal.

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Turning Your Home Into A Vacation Rental Property

Have you ever wondered how to start a vacation rental business for your second home but were unsure? Shifting your second home into a vacation rental property requires a lot of work, no matter the reason. Below are seven tips to help create a welcoming, profitable vacation destination.

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Are Vacation Rental Management Fees Worth It?

You can either manage your vacation rentals or hire a professional property management company. Working with the right vacation rental management firm can save you a lot of time, relieve you of management pressure, and allow you to benefit from the expertise and experience of the manager. Is it worth the cost? You will find out below.

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A Guide To Getting Into Vacation Rental Property Management

Having never done it before, starting a vacation property management company appears pretty intimidating. From an external point of view, it looks like an easy buck. It's not manual labor, and it's not an office job, so it's new and exciting for most. Property management, in general, can be very profitable and rewarding if done correctly, and most people are correct.

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See the First Ever Airbnb Accessible Property in Las Vegas

For the first time, travelers with disabilities have a luxurious, fully accessible short-term rental option in the city. The new property, located in Las Vegas, boasts three accessible bedrooms and two accessible full bathrooms, as well as an accessible yard and hot tub with an easy-to-use lift system.

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What Is the Right Amount to Pay for Vacation Rental Management?

What is unclear about vacation rental management fees is that they can be as low as 10% or as high as 50% of the booking price, depending on whether you use a traditional property manager or an unbundled management service like 5 Star STR.

To clarify, we've outlined the fees charged by vacation management companies and what they provide. Why is the difference so significant? What are you paying for?

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Why Do You Need To Use a Standard Property Appearance Checklist for Your Rental?

Setting the tone for the rest of their stay is critical for vacation rental clients, and wowing them the moment they walk through the door is an essential part of that. A Standard Property Appearance (SPA) document is an excellent resource for cleaning or housekeeping professionals who prepare your rental property for the next set of guests to ensure that they know how to make those special finishing touches that make the difference between a so-so and a five-star guest experience.

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