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Top 10 Australian Airbnb Markets to Invest

Australia's vacation rental market is becoming increasingly popular, with the number of tourists expected to hit 8 milli...

Guide to Buying A Myrtle Beach Vacation Rental

Discover how you can own your own vacation rental home nestled along the Atlantic Ocean overlooking majestic sunrises!

Buying an Airbnb Vacation Rental in Park City

An increase in visitors/tourism means greater possibilities for Park City real estate. By simply looking at group size a...

Everything you need to Know about Airbnb Damage Deposits

Even if your guest is trying to be careful, accidents do happen and things can be broken or damaged and sometimes, guest...

(Updated) VRBO Cancellation Policies | The Ultimate Guide

Like any other OTA, Vrbo’s cancellation policies evolve over time. As a host, staying up to date and understanding the i...

Tips to Buying an Airbnb Out of State

Are you looking to expand your business into other real estate markets? And is it worth investing in Airbnb out of state...

Booking.com Cancellation Policies | The Ultimate Guide

Booking.com is one of the largest travel marketplaces in the world with over 28 million listings in 226 countries and te...

Vacation Rental Insurance Guide: What You Need To Know

Turning your home into a vacation hotspot can bring in some serious cash, but don’t let the excitement blind you to the ...

Real Estate Photography | The Ultimate Guide to Property Photos

Capture the perfect real estate photos for your vacation rental with these expert tips. Learn how strategic lighting, an...

The Ultimate Guide to Airbnb Cancellation Policy for Vacation Rental Hosts

Cancellations are an unavoidable part of hosting on Airbnb and they can throw a wrench in your plans if you’re not prepa...

Rental Arbitrage in Myrtle Beach | What You Should Know!

Are you keen on investing in a property in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina but don’t have the money? Or even thinking of be...

How to make your Airbnb Unit Children-friendly

Airbnb hosting can get complicated when there are kids involved. How can Airbnb hosts make their units more child and fa...

Financing & Fundraising For Vacation Rental Businesses

Whether you want to own your own retirement vacation home one day or you want to start a vacation rental business as the...

Is LinkedIn Helpful for your Vacation Rental?

As with any social media platform, LinkedIn is the largest professional networking site. LinkedIn is also a powerful too...

How To Get Airbnb Customer Support Help As A Host

Hosting on Airbnb can be a great experience — until something goes wrong. Whether you’re dealing with a guest issue at m...

Instagram Marketing For Your Airbnb Vacation Rental Business

Without it, you may be missing opportunities to reach new markets, including millennials - a growing segment of the trav...

Airbnb Rules in Ontario: Laws, Regulations and Taxes

Navigating the world of Airbnb in Ontario can feel like trying to piece together a complex puzzle, with different rules ...

Rental Arbitrage in Nashville | What You Should Know!

Rental arbitrage is when you rent a property like an apartment or a house or even a tent cabin from the owner and then l...

Guide to Setting up a Glamping Site

Are you a property manager on the lookout for new profitable business ventures? Recent travel trends present an intrigui...

Vacation Rental Cleaning: Tips & Tricks

When it comes to impressing guests, presenting and keeping a vacation rental spotless is crucial. Though, over time, cle...

Choosing your Vacation Rental Tech Stack

Running a vacation rental business today involves a lot of moving parts — managing bookings, coordinating cleanings, han...

Best Revenue Management Software for Vacation Rentals in 2023

Running a vacation rental is a lot of work, including communicating with guests, marketing, keeping the property clean, ...

Furnishing your Airbnb | The Complete Guide

You’re here because your Airbnb or short-term rental needs a furniture makeover. Picking out furniture can feel overwhel...

Top 5 Airbnb Smart Technologies for Vacation Rentals

The smart home trend in vacation rentals is here to stay, where technology is used to optimize guest security and comfor...

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