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New Short-Term Rental Rules and Regulations in Nova Scotia
New Short-Term Rental Rules and Regulations in Nova Scotia
According to a provincial housing needs assessment by the government of Nova Scotia there will be a ...
What is a Booking Window? How to Optimize Booking Lead Time
What is a Booking Window? How to Optimize Booking Lead Time
In this article we dive into what a booking window is, how it impacts revenue and how you can master...
Data Shows Short-Term Rental Bookings Are Growing in Europe
Data Shows Short-Term Rental Bookings Are Growing in Europe
Short-term rental bookings in the EU are growing according to the latest Eurostat data, as more trav...
5 Ways to Increase Your Rental Income with Hostaway Dynamic Pricing
5 Ways to Increase Your Rental Income with Hostaway Dynamic Pricing
Maximizing your rental income hinges on setting the right price. The right price however changes whe...
What’s the Impact of STRs on Canada’s Housing Supply?
What’s the Impact of STRs on Canada’s Housing Supply?
Regulators have Short-Term Rentals in their crosshairs. But a recent report by Statistics Canada sho...
6 Airbnb Scams Targeting Hosts & How to Avoid Them
6 Airbnb Scams Targeting Hosts & How to Avoid Them
Airbnb scams are a very real thing. Imagine you're working on your computer, browsing emails perhaps...
How ChatGPT Will Impact Short-Term Rentals for Hosts
How ChatGPT Will Impact Short-Term Rentals for Hosts
Dive into how GenAI and ChatGPT is set to change the game for short-term rental hosts, becoming an e...
Airbnb Property Management: Everything You Need to Know
Airbnb Property Management: Everything You Need to Know
In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the nitty gritty of Airbnb property management, from the ...
How to Become an Airbnb Property Manager
How to Become an Airbnb Property Manager
The short-term rental market keeps growing, creating fantastic opportunities for those looking to ge...
How Dynamic Pricing Works for Short-Term Rentals
How Dynamic Pricing Works for Short-Term Rentals
Dynamic pricing has revolutionized how short-term rental owners and managers set their rates. This b...
Dynamic Pricing for Vacation Rentals: Everything You Need to Know
Dynamic Pricing for Vacation Rentals: Everything You Need to Know
Dynamic pricing for short-term rentals is about finding the right balance between too high and too l...
Vacation Rental Direct Booking Websites: A Full Breakdown
Vacation Rental Direct Booking Websites: A Full Breakdown
Are you tired of Airbnb's one-size-fits-all listings? Take control of your vacation rental with dire...
Benefits of Partnering with a Preferred Channel Partner
Benefits of Partnering with a Preferred Channel Partner
In the ever-evolving world of vacation rentals, success hinges on maximizing visibility and bookings...
How to Increase Airbnb Bookings During the Summer
How to Increase Airbnb Bookings During the Summer
Summer is the perfect time to attract guests seeking relaxation and adventure. As a vacation rental ...
Top 10 Airbnb Markets in the UK in 2025
Top 10 Airbnb Markets in the UK in 2025
The UK has long been a favorite among global travelers and in 2025, its short-term rental market con...
What is Glamping? Plus Tips to Get Started
What is Glamping? Plus Tips to Get Started
Glamping is an upgraded camping experience, offering adventurers the chance to soak in the wonders o...
Starting an Airbnb Business in France
Starting an Airbnb Business in France
Dreaming of becoming an Airbnb host in France? With its rich culture, stunning landscapes and vibran...
The Key to Increasing Revenue Through Upselling
The Key to Increasing Revenue Through Upselling
Enhancing the guest experience in the hospitality industry is more than just providing a place to st...
The Impact of AI on the Short-Term Rental Industry
The Impact of AI on the Short-Term Rental Industry
The rise of artificial intelligence is ushering in a new era of efficiency and competitiveness in ma...
Best Short-Term Rental AI tools in the Hostaway Marketplace
Best Short-Term Rental AI tools in the Hostaway Marketplace
Is managing your short-term rentals feeling like an endless game of whack-a-mole? New tasks seem to ...
Insights to Success: 9 Ways Property Managers Are Using Hostaway
Insights to Success: 9 Ways Property Managers Are Using Hostaway
In this article, we take a look at the biggest takeaways from our three video case studies so you ca...
The Ultimate Short-Term Rental Glossary
The Ultimate Short-Term Rental Glossary
From AI to vacation rental software and all letters in between, this is the ultimate short-term rent...
5 Ways Property Managers Are Using AI in Their Short-Term Rental Business
5 Ways Property Managers Are Using AI in Their Short-Term Rental Business
AI tools are giving property managers faster and easier means to improve efficiency, save precious t...
Vacation Rental Direct Booking Websites: Your Key to Unlocking Growth
Vacation Rental Direct Booking Websites: Your Key to Unlocking Growth
Having a direct booking website is not just advantageous but necessary for the sustained growth and ...

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