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New "Airbnb Plus" Rating Flags Luxury Rentals

As part of its tenth anniversary celebration, Airbnb has launched a new rating that's geared toward attracting high-end, luxury rentals, exceptional hosts, and a class of guests looking for the best of the best. The vacation rental business is setting its sights high as it embarks on its second decade of business--and a far cry from its origins as a cheap alternative to a motel room.

April 23, 2018

Airbnb Management Tips: How to Grab the Lion's Share of Bookings

Just a few years ago simply offering a vacation rental in a popular area, or better yet, a not-so-popular but beautiful area, was enough to launch a new career. The home-sharing industry was still relatively young, and the target market was interested and anxious to try this alternative to traditional hotels and bed and breakfast options.

April 17, 2018

How to Keep your Vacation Rental Booked Solid with Solo Travelers

Today's travelers come in all shapes and sizes. Some come with a full entourage while others bring only themselves. The solo traveler of the 21st century is not about to wait around to meet their soulmate before they set off on a travel adventure. And with the new online culture of local meet-ups and local tour services, a solo traveler can feel more secure and comfortable even while venturing...

April 05, 2018

Tips on Short-Term Rental Regulations and Rules

Just a decade ago, hardly anyone rented out their home to strangers for a weekend. As the vacation rental market has grown from a simple exchange of a spare room for some extra cash to a multi-million dollar industry, so have the rules and regulations surrounding short-term rentals.

March 20, 2018

How to Find the Best Airbnb Property Manager

People get into the short-term vacation rental business for many reasons. Some folks are simply looking to turn a spare bedroom into a little extra cash while others want to share a beautiful vacation property they only use a few weeks each year with others. Some enjoy meeting new people from around the world, and others like providing hospitality as a hobby and a little extra income....

March 13, 2018

How Airbnb Professional Photography Can Boost Your Bookings?

Face it. We live in a visual society. Studies routinely show that people remember more of what they see compared to what they read. Professional photos call tell an entire story in a second. All of these reasons point to the simple fact that investing in professional photography can help boost your bookings as a vacation rental owner.

March 08, 2018

How to Be a Stellar Airbnb Host For Your San Diego Vacation Rental

Although the short-term rental market has exploded in just about every nook and cranny of the country, the larger, more typical vacation markets like San Diego continue to be the most popular spots for folks to consider. For Airbnb management, this means demand will continue to be high for short-term rentals and that, for the right property, you can command top dollar. However, it also means...

February 20, 2018

How to Make the Best of Your Trip to a Lake Tahoe Vacation Rental with No Snow

You've probably spent several weeks to months planning your winter ski vacation and are excited to get to your Lake Tahoe vacation rental. You've tried to pick the ideal time when the weather should be cold, but not too cold, and the snow should be plentiful. Sometimes things don't work out as planned. If you find yourself heading to your favorite ski resort with no snow in sight, don't be...

February 13, 2018

How to Increase Your Vacation Rental Bookings for Valentine's Day

It's that time of year again. February 14 is rapidly approaching, and many anticipate this holiday of love with excitement. Although couples of the past tended to focus their gift-buying on things like chocolates and flowers, many of today's young and old adults alike are looking for experiences. What better opportunity for you to market your vacation rental to them? Here are some ideas...

February 08, 2018

Create a Spectacular Welcome Book For Your Airbnb Guest

The vacation rental business blossomed out of people's desire to obtain all those things that hotels cannot provide, which often included more space, kitchen facilities, and a personal touch. Although rentals offer many advantages, an AirBNB guest can also get frustrated with a lack of a front desk to call, the absence of a concierge's stand, and appliances or entertainment systems that can be...

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