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How to Automate Short-Term Rental Review Requests (With Examples)

Reviews build trust and authority, boost revenue and occupancy, and ensure your rentals continue to thrive with each new guest. But good reviews are only one part of the puzzle. Actually getting guests to leave them is a whole other challenge. The answer? Automated messages.

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Vacation Home Names: Tips for Naming Your Property & 100+ Ideas

Having a name for your vacation rental home gives it identity, makes it stand out from all the other rentals in your area, and gives your guests something to remember. If you're unsure where to begin, here you can find some tips on how to name your vacation rental home and ideas for inspiration.

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Airbnb Expenses to Keep in Mind if You’re Going to Be a Host

Starting an Airbnb requires investment. But you can only make good investing decisions if you understand your expenses. So how much does it cost to start an Airbnb, keep it running, and ensure you can make money from it? Read this article to find out.

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Running an Airbnb: Tips for Success

If you have available space, running an Airbnb is a great way to make extra money on the side. But having a successful Airbnb isn’t simply listing your rental property and waiting for the bookings to roll in. There’s actually a lot more to it. How does it all work? Here are key things to remember and top tips for turning your property into an Airbnb success story.

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Your Guide to Vacation Rental Market Research

No matter how much you think you know your market, can you ever really guarantee an investment will be successful? Discover how to make informed decisions about where to purchase property and increase your chances of vacation rental investment success with data-driven market research.

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Airbnb Descriptions 101, Including Examples

It's up to you to write an attention-grabbing description that will convince travelers to click the Book Now Button. Need help getting started? Here are our top tips on how to write Airbnb descriptions and get travelers excited about staying in your space.

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Rental Property Maintenance: Guide for Airbnb Hosts

One of the biggest responsibilities facing any host or property manager is vacation rental property maintenance. If you have been struggling to meet all your maintenance responsibilities, this post is for you. It will help you understand the basic steps you need to take to avoid costly repairs.

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Do Short-Term Rental Hosts Really Need a PMS?

As a busy short-term rental host, you might be tempted to invest in a full-blown property management system (PMS). But you also want to keep things easy. Here’s our guide to figuring out whether you really do need a fancy PMS.

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Airbnb Pictures: Taking Photos for Your Listing

Typically, Airbnb listings with beautiful photos get more views and appear higher in search results. In this guide, we’ll provide you with tips on how to take pictures for a house listing to make a powerful first impression on your potential guests.

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Vrbo vs. Airbnb: What Is Best for Your Rental?

Airbnb and Vrbo are among the best international vacation rental platforms that have gained popularity among travelers and property owners. Choosing which one would best fit your rental property, or whether you should list it on both, could seem tricky at first. This post will help you get started.