Air Concierge Blog (11)

September 26, 2017

5 Reasons to Invest in Smart Home Technology For Your Vacation Rental

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...

September 19, 2017

How to Wisely Invest in a Vacation Rental Property

Buying a cute little home in a thriving downtown area and renting it out can sound like a great idea at first glance. After all, home-sharing sites like Airbnb, HomeAway and VRBO are rising in popularity. According to Technavio, the global vacation rental market will be worth more than $190 billion by 2021. Why not get a piece of the action?

September 14, 2017

Lake Tahoe Vacation Rental Must Haves

As the peak summer vacation season winds down in the Lake Tahoe area, you may be considering tackling those renovations you've been putting off all year. Or, perhaps you're looking to invest in a new Lake Tahoe vacation rental before the peak winter travel season begins. Whatever your goal, here are some vacation rental amenities that are sure to increase your bookings for a mountain getaway.

September 12, 2017

Tips To Maximize Vacation Rental Bookings During The Off-Season

The weather is cold. Your city is sleepy. Everyone is back to the daily grind. Who wants to come to your vacation rental then? It's a common problem in Airbnb management: what to do during the off-season to keep your vacation property booked, to keep yourself busy, and to keep your income flowing.

September 08, 2017

Lake Tahoe Vacation In The Autumn - Things To Do

Although many people think of taking a Lake Tahoe vacation in the summer months or for a winter getaway, few are privy to the area's autumn attractions. When typical tourists head home and families return to the daily schedule, Lake Tahoe opens its beauty to those looking for a less crowded, more affordable and incredibly peaceful vacation.

September 06, 2017

Airbnb Management: How Much Time Do You Need To Invest

There's an old saying that new projects often take twice as long, cost twice as much and work half as well as you anticipate. Although this can be true in many cases, you can minimize that unpredictability by clearly understanding your new undertaking. If you're considering starting a vacation rental business, you'll definitely want to think about the time investment required through the...

August 24, 2017

23 Tips To Rank Higher On Airbnb Search Results (Cont.)

If you haven't read the first 12 tips to rank higher on Airbnb search result, click here .

August 23, 2017

23 Tips To Rank Higher On Airbnb Search Results

In the early days, a search on Airbnb may have resulted in only a few dozen homes in large cities and nothing at all in small towns. Today, that landscape has changed significantly. A single search in a major metropolitan area may result in hundreds of results. So, as a property owner or host, how do you ensure that your listing comes up near the top of the search results?

August 15, 2017

Snag Guests With Catchy Airbnb Listing Title

Just like the title of a book, the headline of a newspaper article, or the trailer of a new movie catches your attention -- or doesn't -- your Airbnb listing title will either lure people to read more about your vacation rental -- or it won't. The more potential customers you can get to click through your listing, the higher the likelihood you'll get a booking, and the better chance you'll have...

August 10, 2017

Make Your Airbnb Listing Stand Out By Welcoming Pets

Visit any major city these days, and you'll find more and more shops and services designed to pamper your pets. Bakeries for dog treats, specialty grooming shops and a veterinary hospital every few miles illustrate the fact that pets are a major part of the American lifestyle. Visit Airbnb listings, and you'll find a major disconnect. The majority of vacation rentals do not allow...