The boom in the vacation rental travel industry has created amazing opportunities for those who have homes to rent as well as for travelers looking for ideal lodging in just about any city in the world. One disadvantage for renters is that your Airbnb listing can easily get lost in a sea of rental options. How do you make your listing rise to the top of this massive pile of potential rentals?...

Roughly two-third of all Americans call themselves environmentally conscious, have made commitments to reduce their personal carbon footprint, and consider sustainability when purchasing products.For the vacation rental business, this piece of data is an important one. It means that making some green changes to your rental may have a significant impact on bookings, attracting those who are trying...

How many times in your life do you remember first impressions? The first thing a date said. The first day of a new job. The first thing you notice about a potential new home.The first impression of a vacation rental is no different and significantly important when it comes to a guest's experience. As a property manager, those first interactions with a guest may set the tone for their entire stay...

Understanding the Millennials

The millennial generation reaches adulthood. Technology connects just about everyone 24/7/365. Society focuses on living for today. The confluence of these events are shifting the economic landscape of the United States from lifestyles of commitment, stability and ownership of past generations to priorities of experiences, convenience, and access.With millennials...

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...