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Airbnb Guests Lies About the Number of Guests

As a host, you faced many challenges but the most common and recurring problem is when a guest brings an unauthorized gu...

Booking.com Rebooking and Refund Policy | What to Know

Booking.com is one of the leading online travel agencies commonly used among travelers. Thanks to their marketing techni...

Airbnb Rebooking and Refund Policy | Airbnb Policy Update

As an Airbnb host, if the job is done well, we could say there is nothing to worry about giving your guests a refund tho...

Top 11 USA Spots to Buy Vacation Rental Investment Properties in 2022

Buying an investment property is one of the hottest topics on the internet this year - which is where to invest in vacat...

Airbnb Hosting Etiquette | Mistakes to Avoid when Renting an Airbnb

Getting into the Airbnb rental market requires strict hosting etiquette. Good guest experience is imperative for your pl...

Top Vacation Rentals Tips to Get Ready for Peak Season

Peak season is the most important time of year for vacation rentals. It doesn't take much to convince travelers to visit...

Turo and Airbnb | How to Rent your Vehicle on Airbnb

Imagine turning your unused car into an attractive amenity. If you’re familiar with Airbnb, you already know how it’s tr...

Airbnb Guest Messaging Templates | FREE Templates

Juggling guest messages can be a nightmare especially for busy hosts managing multiple properties. From guest inquiries ...

The Benefits of Marriott Bonvoy Members for Property Managers

Marriott International stepped into the vacation rental business in 2019 with Homes & Villas by Marriott International. ...

Airbnb Rental Arbitrage in Whitefish | What You Should Know!

The resort town of Whitefish has benefitted from several emerging and rising short term rental market trends. The shift ...

How to Sell your Airbnb Property? Top Tips

Selling an Airbnb property in the right market at the right time will garner you far more than just property value. Afte...

Airbnb Rules in New Mexico | Airbnb Laws, Taxes, and Regulations

New Mexico is home to some of the oldest communities in North America. Its cities are incomparable bastions of history, ...

How Taxes work on Airbnb

Anyone with a spare room can make money by letting someone stay in their home for a night or two – and playing host on t...

Top 10 Luxury Vacation Rental Websites

If you are looking to list a luxury vacation rental you will find that you can get more bookings to list it on luxury va...

How to Contact VRBO Support

As you welcome guest after guest into your vacation rental you will realize that you’re bound to run into a problem eve...

How to Make Money on Airbnb without Owning Property

Airbnb is no longer just for property owners. The platform offers tons of opportunities for anyone looking to make money...

How to Build a Vacation Rental Website

In today's digital age, having a dedicated website for your vacation rental isn't just a nice-to-have—it's essential. Th...

11 Funniest Airbnb Mishaps

As much as you plan your travel ahead, however, there are always things that don’t go as planned. It’s these unexpected ...

Top 10 Airbnb Markets in Italy

Italy isn’t just about pasta and pizza — it’s a goldmine for savvy Airbnb investors. With a variety of regions bursting ...

8 Short Term Rental Market Trends of 2022

The short term rental market has shrunk, stretched, and shifted in different directions in its attempt to survive and th...

Best Airbnb Vacation Rental Cities in South Carolina

Finding and researching the best cities for a vacation rental business is the most trending topic among property manager...

The Best Urban Airbnb Markets In The USA

Since the launch of Airbnb in 2008, vacation rentals have reached new heights and emerged as a more profitable business ...

Should You List Your Vacation Rental on Multiple Channels? Or Stick to Airbnb?

Vacation rental property owners around the world are constantly trying to increase their bookings and revenue. Many succ...

The Top 10 Airbnb Rental Arbitrage Markets in the USA 2022

As vacation rentals and home-sharing become more popular among tourists and business travelers, investors in real estate...

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