Insights and tips on how to protect your property, giving you and your guests peace of mind.
As we approach the second half of 2023 and are in the thick of peak season, we’ve already experienced some exciting industry wins. With no COVID travel restrictions, revenge travel taking off and even more short-term rentals entering the market, the next 6 months are predicted to be full of success.
Droughts in the U.S. are increasing due to extreme weather and climate change. If your rental property is in a drought-prone area, you’ll want to take steps to reduce water usage and communicate with your guests. Keep reading for our best tips to conserve water supply at your vacation rental while keeping business up.
If your guests include children, you will need to take the necessary precautions to ensure that your vacation rental is safe for all ages. To keep your younger guests out of harm’s way, implement these safety precautions at your short-term rental property.
Winter is officially over, and springtime is bringing a sense of relief and a boost of serotonin. As you gear up for your busy season or prepare for your off-season, take the time to review these spring maintenance recommendations to avoid unwelcome surprises.
Insurance buyers are facing the hardest property insurance market in a generation, with historic inflation and natural disaster losses causing significant pressure.
Tornadoes are natural disasters that can leave devastating impacts on affected homes and communities. That’s why it’s important to know exactly what to do before, during and after a tornado strikes for you and your guests to stay safe at your vacation rental property.
Owning a vacation rental business is extremely rewarding, however, it’s still a business and susceptible to taxes. We’re diving in deep about what vacation rental owners need to know about paying taxes in the U.S. and the deductions they may be eligible for.
Vacation rentals present a unique opportunity to create a more personalized, memorable vacation experience when compared with traditional hotels. Vacation rentals have the practical comfort of an actual residence, the ability to explore the neighborhood and the opportunity to discover aspects of the destination guests might not encounter when staying at a hotel.
It can be easy to assume that most travelers staying at your vacation rental property will be exceptional guests. They’ll abide by your house rules, not disturb the neighbors and hopefully, won’t leave a trail of damage behind. However, you may be setting yourself up for issues in the future by thinking this way.
Energy costs are expected to reach a decade-long high this winter, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association. The rising prices will be felt most intensely for properties that rely on natural gas and heating oil.