First impressions count, and for vacation rental owners, that means an outstanding guest check in process is paramount in making your guests feel welcomed and at home. Starting off on the right foot will also cast an overall positive feel to a guest's trip, helping to pave the way for a five-star review. Here are some ideas to help you tighten your guest check in process.

Owning a vacation rental is a great way to make extra money. However, running the property remotely can be a hassle. There are numerous small details that can really be troublesome. Things like checking guests in, checking them out, and making sure they have a key to get into the unit, can all be overwhelming. You may want to be there to greet every guest, but that is not always possible. Life...