What's the first thing you notice when you walk into a home, vacation rental or hotel? More likely than not, you notice if it's clean. Time and again, cleanliness or lack thereof, is something that comes up over and over again on customer reviews. As a property owner, it's important to go beyond the fact that you should clean between guests. Here are some considerations when it comes to Airbnb...

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From Baby Boomers to Boomlets, every generation has a name and develops an identity. For those running a business, understanding the upcoming generation is critical to successfully grabbing market share. The key generation of today? The Millennials or Generation Y. This generation was born between 1981 and 2000, and these are the young adults of today. 

We all know that a picture is worth a thousand words. In today's visually saturated, technology-focused world, this is more true than ever. Gone are the days of throwing up a few snapshots on your web site to sell your product or communicate your message. Professional photography is the new norm.This is today's story of Airbnb photography as well. During the early days, hosts could take a few...

It’s Time To Get Ready To Beat Jack Frost!

As the days get shorter and the nights longer in the northern hemisphere, you know that cooler or downright cold weather is just around the corner. Unless your vacation rental home is located in a city where the temperature stays mild most of the year, it’s time to add some extra things to do when it comes to maintaining your property.Depending on where...

When vacationers are looking for a perfect place to relax in luxury, Palm Springs climbs quickly to the top of the list. With more than 350 days of sunshine, comfortable temperatures practically year-round, and little rain, Palm Springs is one of those resort cities where its hard to go wrong on vacation.Perhaps Mother Nature has spoiled all those who visit Palm Springs, but the local vacationing...

When you think of Airbnb rentals, you usually think about the couple looking for a romantic getaway, the family looking for a larger vacation space, or the group of friends coming together for a reunion. However, it's a mistake to overlook the business travel market. According to the Global Business Travel Association, more than 488 million business trips take place every year in the United...

Technological advances are developing so rapidly in today's world that you can hardly implement a new development in your life before the next one comes along. Smart home technology is one of those areas where gadgets and tools are gaining momentum at unprecedented speed. According to one estimate, over 15 million homes already have smart technology, with that number expected to grow 28% by the...