As an Airbnb host, I quickly learned that the right technology can make or break your hosting experience. One of the best upgrades I ever made was switching from traditional keys to a smart lock. Not only does it simplify guest check-in, but it also saves me time,...
How I Turned My Former Home into a Profitable Short-Term Rental (And How You Can Too!) When I converted our old family home into an Airbnb property a few years ago – I had NO idea what I was getting myself into! Fast forward three years, and not only is it...
If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a host, it’s that consistency is king when it comes to cleaning. Those glowing 5-star reviews that keep your calendar full? They don’t happen by accident. Let me share something most successful hosts already...
In some areas, putting your listing up on Airbnb or VRBO is all it takes for the bookings to start rolling in. If you have a property in that type of area, congrats! For other owners, though, bookings may be seasonal or simply slow for whatever reason. If you find...
Let’s face it, no one is out there running short-term rentals for the fun of it. It can be a really fun job – it’s definitely not boring – but that does not mean you want to do it for free. The goal of owning and running short-term rentals on...
For my entire adult life I have been dreaming about getting into some type of real estate investing. My dad worked in construction and I always loved how tangible it felt when he completed a project. I got to see, touch, and go into the place he worked so hard to...
