Insights and tips on how to protect your property, giving you and your guests peace of mind.
From coast to coast, vacation rental properties capture something special. Your guests want to experience your unique property and the surrounding environment. In honor of June being National Great Outdoors Month, we broke down popular geographic regions and put together a list of essentials and safety precautions to consider for your vacation rental.
If you’re feeling stressed and anxious during these uncertain times, you’re not alone. Experiencing stress or anxiety over the health and economic fears brought on by COVID-19 is very normal, especially for vacation rental owners whose businesses have been highly affected. Not taking steps to cope with these feelings can put you at risk for long-term health effects.
As the travel industry begins to re-introduce itself into the “new normal,” stringent cleaning measures will not only be vital to the health and safety of vacation rental guests, it will also be a key factor in your property’s success. A fundamental component is ensuring guests trust that the short-term rental has been properly disinfected and cleaned.
The Coronavirus has had a significant impact on the travel and hospitality industries, leaving vacation rental property owners with unexpected financial loss. And with many headlines reporting that we are heading into a recession, short-term property owners are undoubtedly concerned for the future. While the total impact of the shutdown of short-term rentals businesses is yet to be seen, success will hinge on the financial planning you do now and when things return to a new normal.
In seconds a sunny, warm day may transpire into severe thunderstorms or even a tornado. Unpredictable weather doesn’t give you much notice or time to react. Preparing now helps protect your property and your guests. Create peace of mind this spring by following these simple steps to secure your property for spring weather.
You face unique risks each day as a vacation rental owner. Harsh winter weather elevates those risks with ice and snow build up, ice-covered tree limbs and walkways, and freezing pipes. Those risks lead to increased property damage and liability claims.
Take a look at the top five winter vacation home insurance claims, and ways you can reduce the risk of having to file a claim.
Having a fireplace or wood-burning stove in your vacation rental property creates a cozy ambiance and inviting aroma that guests love. While fireplaces and wood-burning stoves are popular features for vacation rental properties, they’re also among the leading causes of home fires. Fortunately, you can reduce the risk of fires this winter and let your guests enjoy these amenities with a little preparation and a few precautions.
Vacation rental located in a high-risk wildfire area? Learn how landscaping maintenance can protect your property from the growing threat of wildfires.