CBIZ Celebrates Vacation Rental Week 2024

  • 11 March 2024
  • Author: Ward, Hayden
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CBIZ Celebrates Vacation Rental Week 2024

CBIZ Vacation Rental Insurance is thrilled to participate in the fifth annual Vacation Rental Week! It’s time to spread awareness about the positive impact professionally managed vacation and holiday rentals have on guests, property owners and local economies across the country.

Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite . . . Your Guests!

  • 9 February 2022
  • Author: Sarah Dean
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Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite . . . Your Guests!

Few things can cause as much dread for a vacation rental property owner than the words “You’ve got bed bugs!” Taking preventive measures can help you avoid the aftermath of a bed bug infestation, but despite your best efforts, the nature of your business means you’re at risk.

iGMS | Essential Vacation Rental Rules and Regulations

  • 13 September 2021
  • Author: Ward, Hayden
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iGMS | Essential Vacation Rental Rules and Regulations

With the demand for vacation rentals increasing, so too have the vacation rental rules and regulations. Considering that these days it is a recognized and very popular industry, it makes sense that there should be some set of rules to protect the professional image of the vacation rental industry, after all. That being said, in many instances, objections from the broader community have meant that the regulations that cities impose are quite strict. 

6 Insider Tips for New Short-Term Rental Owners

  • 24 August 2021
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6 Insider Tips for New Short-Term Rental Owners

Welcome to the world of running a short-term rental vacation property. While owning an additional property and renting it out to others can make a good amount of money, there is a lot that happens behind the scenes. With decades of experience helping owners insure their most prized assets, we have seen it all and spoken to many amazing people. 

Are Security Cameras Safe to Use at My Short-Term Rental?

  • 13 July 2021
  • Author: Ward, Hayden
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Are Security Cameras Safe to Use at My Short-Term Rental?

Short-term rental hosts are allowed to use various surveillance devices to protect their property as long as they are disclosed in the listings, including on Airbnb and VRBO and other vacation rental booking sites. Further, while not forbidden on the exterior of the property, they are prohibited in private spaces, such as bedrooms, bathrooms and other sleeping areas. Here are a few security measures you can take to protect your short-term rental.

Host-Liability Policies Are Not What You Think and Here’s Why

  • 13 May 2021
  • Author: Ward, Hayden
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Host-Liability Policies Are Not What You Think and Here’s Why

Some vacation rental listing sites provide host liability coverage for free or at a reduced cost as part of their service offerings for vacation rental property owners. These types of insurance policies are a good start in managing property owners’ risks. However, relying exclusively on host liability policies could leave you, the property owner, without adequate coverage.

6 Vacation Rental Business Trends for 2021

  • 7 April 2021
  • Author: Ward, Hayden
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6 Vacation Rental Business Trends for 2021

With many continuing to work remotely, there is a new craving for travel and working on “vacation” which has opened up a plethora of opportunities for the short-term vacation rental industry. Simply creating an office space in your rental home, offering a contactless check-in, or being more flexible with your bookings, could increase your business earnings exponentially.

3 Severe Risks That Could Put Your Vacation Rental Business in Peril

  • 16 March 2021
  • Author: Ward, Hayden
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3 Severe Risks That Could Put Your Vacation Rental Business in Peril

While your vacation rental property may not be your only source of income, it is a business venture. You need the correct type and the right amount of commercial vacation rental property insurance to protect your investment and mitigate your legal liability risk.

One Small Business to Another: How to Help

  • 3 February 2021
  • Author: Ward, Hayden
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One Small Business to Another: How to Help

The travel and hospitality industries are some of the most helpful income generators to small businesses. By recommending restaurants, coffee shops, and local boutiques to guests, they can help these small businesses immensely. The impact COVID-19 has made on the short-term rental industry has been no joke. Working together to help pull each other out of these unprecedented times is needed.

Getting Started with a Vacation Rental Property

  • 27 January 2021
  • Author: Ward, Hayden
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Getting Started with a Vacation Rental Property

When starting a vacation rental business, there are many things you have to consider. Though it’s an exciting and profitable business, it constantly needs care and must operate like a traditional business. To help reduce the chance of headaches you may have when starting out, we’ve compiled our best tips for getting started on the right foot.

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About Us

CBIZ Vacation Rental Insurance, a division of CBIZ Insurance Services,Inc., is the largest insurer of short-term vacation rental properties in the United States. As part of an $850 million New York Stock Exchange traded company (CBZ), we are the first broker to develop specific policy coverage to meet the needs for vacation rental properties and the amenities offered by these businesses. We have insured vacation rental properties since 2002.

The CBIZ Vacation Rental Insurance team knows insurance, specifically the risks and exposures related to short-term vacation rentals.We won't confuse you with technical "insurance speak" ~ our representatives are well versed in explaining your coverage in plain English. With hands-on, personal customer service, we guarantee swift communication and a 24/7 claims team that is ready to respond to your call any time of the day. As specialist in the industry, we leverage our knowledge and passion to ensure you and your business are adequately protected.